Overview

• Time Out released its 2025 ranking of the 39 coolest neighborhoods worldwide, placing Tokyo’s Jimbōchō at No. 1.
• Barranco in Lima is the only Peruvian entry, highlighted for a bohemian atmosphere, street art, and galleries such as MATE and Dédalo.
• Six Latin American districts made the list—Barranco, Barra Funda (São Paulo), Botafogo (Rio de Janeiro), Perpetuo Socorro (Medellín), Villa Devoto (Buenos Aires) and Portales (Mexico City)—with Barra Funda ranked third globally.
• The ranking is based on a global survey that weighs community, local innovation, culture and the quality of urban life.
• Barranco’s profile is further lifted by culinary recognition, with Kjolle placing No. 9 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2025.