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Time Out Names Rua do Senado No. 1 on 2025 List of the World’s Coolest Streets

The editor-curated ranking spotlights lively local corridors defined by independent businesses.

Maybachufer, Berlin, Germany is number eight on Time Out's list. Time Out says the list offers inspiration for locals and tourists alike.
Fanghua Street in Chengdu, China is number four on Time Out’s round-up, described as the “city’s go-to strip for people-watching.”
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Rua do Bonjardim, in the center of Porto, Portugal is number three on Time Out's list. The street was praised for its old-school grocers, fun places to stay and innovative dining spots.

Overview

  • Time Out released its 2025 compilation of 31 streets worldwide that it says best capture authentic urban life.
  • Rio de Janeiro’s Rua do Senado leads the list, with Time Out highlighting its fresh energy, weekly samba sessions at Armazém Senado and longstanding institutions.
  • The top five continue with Orange Street in Osaka, Rua do Bonjardim in Porto, Fanghua Street in Chengdu and Sherbrooke Street West in Montreal, the highest-ranked address in North America.
  • Orchard Street on New York City’s Lower East Side is included, though outlets differ on its exact position, with CNN reporting No. 8 and The Independent listing No. 9.
  • Other U.S. entries are Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu at No. 25 and Roscoe Street in Chicago at No. 28, reflecting Time Out’s broader focus on community, creativity and independent venues.