Last Updated: January 17, 2022
Most Beautiful Streets In The World
Have you ever wondered what the most beautiful streets in the world are and where they are located? If you have, then you’ve certainly come to the right place because this guide covers all the most stunning streets on our planet!
From the cobblestone alleys of Canada to the colorful streets of Paris, we’ve included the 15 most stunning streets in the world. Some are famous for historic colonial buildings, and others are known for bright colors and unique trees that do not belong there. Read on to see all the prettiest streets in the world, and check whether you’ve already visited some of them!
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Petit Champlain, Quebec, Canada
Petit Champlain is the most charming street in Canada, Quebec City. It’s situated in Quartier Petit Champlain, which is the city’s popular shopping district that features some of the best indie shops, theatres, and restaurants in Quebec.
Boulevard Champlain is the main road here, but Petit Chaplain is a narrow cobbled street that can only be traversed by pedestrians. It is lined with cafes, restaurants, and shops in old stone buildings, but there are also a few residential buildings in the area.
What makes this charming alley even more beautiful are the countless potted plants and flowers that can be seen on either side of the alley. Petit Champlain remains one of the best-known tourist attractions in Quebec, and it’s virtually impossible to miss it while you’re exploring the Canadian city.
Rue Crémieux, Paris, France
Rue Crémieux is a short pedestrian street in Paris’ Quinze-Vingts district. It’s one of the most instagrammable streets in Paris, thanks to the colorful buildings on either side of the alley. The pastel-colored townhouses are lined with potted plants, which just make the entire alley even more charming and beautiful.
Most of the buildings on Rue Crémieux are residential buildings, and there are a few hotels and B&B that you could stay at. Considering that the 12th arrondissement is one of the best arrondissements to stay in while you’re in Paris and that this is one of the prettiest (and most quiet) streets in the city, it’s certainly not a bad idea to get an apartment on Rue Crémieux.
Streets of Spello, Italy
Spello is a commune and an ancient town in the Preguia province of Italy, and it is home to more than just one of the most beautiful streets in the world. Pretty much all the streets in Spello are narrow cobblestone streets lined with stone buildings and potted flowers.
Some of them are pedestrian-only alleys, but a lot of them also allow for vehicle traffic, which explains why most people in this famous Italian city drive small hatchbacks.
Via Consolare is one of the most beautiful streets in this charming Italian city. It is lined mostly with ancient stone buildings, with tonnes of flowers both on the street and on the building balconies. But the same could be said of Via Roma, Via Sant’Anna, and pretty much every street in Spello that is inside the old town walls.
Orchard Road, Singapore
Orchard Road is one of the most famous streets in Singapore, a city that is known as one of the most beautiful (and cleanest) places in the world. This is a notable shopping street in the city, where you can find most of Singapore’s high-end designer boutiques.
Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co, Tag Heuer, Dior, and many other famous designer stores are right there on Orchard Road. Opposite the fancy boutiques, you’ll find a variety of Singapore restaurants, ranging from fancy eateries to McDonald’s.
Orchard Road is the traffic road that separates these buildings, and it has this name because beautifully manicured trees line both its sides. It’s absolutely stunning, and just one glance is enough to see exactly why it’s widely agreed this is one of the most beautiful streets in the entire world!
Dark Hedges Avenue, Antrim, Northern Ireland
Dark Hedges Avenue is an 18th-century street lined with huge birch trees on either side. It’s probably the most famous street in Northern Ireland, considering that it was used as a filming location in Game of Thrones, as well as a few other movies.
This iconic street is also known as Northern Ireland Bregagh Road. The “Dark Hedges Avenue” is just the part of the long road that leads to the Hedges estate, which is nowadays a popular hotel.
It’s worth noting that the estate used to be privately owned by James Stuart. He named the house Gracehill House after his wife and planted the 150 or so beech trees that this street is famous for even today.
Pink Street, Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon’s Pink Street is a narrow alley in Cais do Sodre, one of the most popular neighborhoods in the city. It’s known for great nightlife because it’s where you’ll find some of the best bars and clubs in the city.
The official name of the street is Rua Nova do Carvalho, and before it became famous for the bright pink concrete, it was known as the center of Lisbon’s Red Light District. Once upon a time, Pink Street was notoriously known for its many brothels, gambling dens, and very shady bars. It was often a meeting place for criminals, and pretty much the office for most streetwalkers and prostitutes in the city.
You can still find some testaments to the street’s history, but they’re more of an homage than anything else. The bar Pensao Amor still features an erotic bookstore in the back, and you can also see a lingerie shop or two.
Streets of Colmar, France
Colmar is a town in France near the border with Germany, famous for its old town that is full of cobbled streets. Colmar isn’t home to just one of the most beautiful streets on the planet, but several of them.
The entire old town of this French town is worth visiting, from the cobblestone streets that are lined with charming timber-framed buildings, to the small neighborhood of Little Venice, which is known for boat rides on the canal.
Colorful timber structures can be observed throughout the entire town, as well as countless Renaissance and medieval buildings. The 13th-century Gothic church is the most prominent tourist attraction in the city, but it is only one of many stunning sights in Colmar.
Lombard Street, San Francisco, USA
San Francisco is famous for many different things, and one of those is the iconic Lombard Street. The steep street features a winding path with eight hairpin turns that connect the upper and lower levels of the longer Lombard Street road.
The winding street is lined with trees, flowers, and bushes on either side, as well as lots of beautiful residential buildings. There’s not much else to say about this iconic San Francisco street, other than it’s so famous that it was even featured in Watch Dogs 2, the popular game from Ubisoft that takes place in San Francisco!
Cherry Blossom Avenue, Bonn, Germany
One of the prettiest streets in the world is lined with cherry blossom trees on either side. You’d think it’s a street somewhere in Japan, but Cherry Blossom Avenue is actually a famous tourist attraction in Bonn, Germany.
This iconic city street in Germany’s former capital is famous for the trees that the people of Japan donated to the city as a symbol of friendship. The best time to visit this colorful street is in March or April when all the trees are in full bloom and they create a sort of a pink tunnel right there in the middle of Bonn.
In addition to the pink cherry blossoms, this famous street in Bonn is also lined with historic buildings, as well as many of the city’s best bars and restaurants. It’s an attraction you shouldn’t miss if you’re ever in the city, especially if you’re visiting in the spring!
Caminito, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Caminito is a narrow alley that’s been turned into a street museum. It’s situated in the famous La Boca neighborhood of Buenos Aires, and it’s best known for the small, multi-colored buildings that were painted by local street artists.
This is the most colorful street in Buenos Aires, and easily one of the most beautiful streets in the entire world. The charming street is lined with souvenir shops and countless restaurants, so even though it’s only two blocks long, it’s very easy to spend several hours admiring its beauty.
Andriyivskyy Descent, Kyiv, Ukraine
Andriyivskyy Descent is a famous historic street in Kyiv, best-known for being home to the Castle of Richard Lionheart. The famous street connects the Upper Town of Kyiv to the Podil neighborhood, and it’s often compared to Paris’ Montmartre. Although it’s not quite as stunning as the spectacular hill in the 18th arrondissement, it’s certainly a beautiful sight.
The cobblestone street is included in the list of national landmarks in Ukraine, and it’s one of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyiv. It’s part of “Ancient Kyiv”, which is a historic reserve that encompasses most of the oldest attractions in Ukraine’s capital.
The downhill street is 720 meters long, starting at the end of Volodymyrska and descending all the way to the Kontraktova Square. If you’re going to explore this charming street in Kyiv, we’d recommend doing the downhill route. It is the Montmartre of Kyiv after all, and an uphill climb can be tiring enough that you don’t notice the beauty around you.
Nevsky Prospect (Avenue), St. Petersburg, Russia
Nevsky Prospect is the main street in St. Petersburg. It’s named after Alexander Nevsky Lavra, which is the monastery that dominates the eastern end of the street. This iconic Russian street runs all the way from the famous monastery to the Admiralty in the west, and it’s lined with famous St. Petersburg attractions.
The famous street is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to the wide variety of historic landmarks and monuments that line it. The Rastrelliesque Stroganov Palace, Russian National Library, Anichakov Bridge, and the Alexandrinsky Theater are just a few of the most notable landmarks that can be found on Nevsky Avenue.
Zrinyi, Budapest, Hungary
Zrinyi is a narrow street that leads from the riverside St. Stephen’s Plaza to St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest’s old town. The pedestrian street is lined with bars, art galleries, and restaurants, and it offers a spectacular view of the beautiful basilica in Budapest.
Due to the central location of Zrinyi Street in the historic center, it’s virtually impossible to miss it while you’re in Budapest, especially if you’re trying to make your way from the riverside to the old town. It’s also a must-stop if you’re looking for a smoking-friendly bar in Budapest, considering that it’s home to one of a few locales in the city that feature an open-air area where you’re allowed to smoke while having a drink.
Grapevine Street, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
Jerez de la Frontera is a Spanish city known for excellent wine, and even the prettiest street in town has something to do with the famous beverage! There’s a narrow alley between two wineries in town, and the grapevines have become so overgrown that they’ve created a roof for the street.
The charming Spanish street is one of the most famous attractions in Jerez de la Frontera, even though there’s really not much else to do here other than walk for a few meters and see it in person. It’s certainly an interesting street, but definitely not the most impressive attraction in this gorgeous city. Nonetheless, it’s certainly worth checking out while you’re doing a tour of all the best landmarks and attractions in this Andalusian city.
Aldama Street, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
This centrally located Mexican city street is easily one of the prettiest streets in all of Mexico. It is lined with historic buildings painted in various bright colors, as well as loads of trees and flowers.
The colorful Aldama street features a variety of great cafes and restaurants, as well as plenty of hotels and guest houses that are very popular with tourists. If you want to stay in a part of San Miguel de Allende that truly feels like you’ve stepped into a fairytale, this cobblestoned street is certainly one of the best options in the city.
About the Author Anna Timbrook
Anna is the co-owner of expert world travel and can't wait to share her travel experience with the world. With over 54 countries under her belt she has a lot to write about! Including those insane encounters with black bears in Canada.
