Quang An among top 30 coolest streets in the world: TimeOut

According to the rankings, the street was placed at 25th in the list. In terms of Southeast Asia, Quang An came in at third place, just behind Jalan Petaling street of Kuala Lumpur and Ban Tad Thong of Bangkok.

“Running along the eastern shore of Tay Ho, Quang An Street is the vibrant, cosmoplitan heart of Hanoi.

“New businesses have been steadily cropping up along the 1km stretch in recent years, transforming the lakeside road into a hub of cosy cafes, boutique shopping and global cuisine,” says the magazine.

It shared that it is situated just five km north of Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter, and whilst all of its restaurants and a popular nighttime flower market keeps Quang An lively, the waterfront location provides the street with a peaceful vibe.

“We can’t think of a better place for a stroll,” the magazine stressed.

This data was collected by TimeOut through a global team consisting of editors and local contributors, all of whom are experts in their field, in order to create a definitive ranking of the best streets worldwide.