Rio’s Rua do Senado Tops Time Out’s 2025 ‘Coolest Streets’ List

Overview

• Time Out placed Rua do Senado at No. 1 for 2025, marking the first time a South American street has led the global ranking.
• Orange Street in Osaka and Rua do Bonjardim in Porto rounded out the top three, with Chengdu and Montreal also in the top five.
• The selection highlights a blend of historic anchors like Armazém Senado, operating since 1907, with newcomers such as Destilaria Maravilha.
• Coverage credits chef-driven spots like Lilia and the Labuta venues, regular samba sessions, and the street’s ongoing revitalization for its appeal.
• Local outlets followed the announcement with practical guides noting cultural spaces such as Solar dos Abacaxis within the Mercado Central initiative.