The two Aussie neighbourhoods named among the coolest in the WORLD 

REVEALED: The two small Aussie neighbourhoods named among the coolest in the WORLD

  • Two Aussie neighbourhoods have been listed among the coolest in the world 
  • Richmond ranked 10th for its bustling cafe and food culture 
  • Surry Hills ranked 19th for its bustling bars and restaurants 
  • The suburbs were named in Time Out’s latest annual ranking


Richmond in Victoria and Surry Hills in New South Wales have been listed among the ‘coolest neighbourhoods’ in the world, beating out suburbs in Singapore, Barcelona and Tokyo.

Richmond was dubbed the 10th coolest neighbourhood in Australia in Time Out’s latest annual ranking, while Surry Hills took the 19th spot.

Nørrebro in Copenhagen was crowned the coolest suburb in the world for its ‘dazzling blend of historical landmarks, ultramodern architecture and food’, with Andersonville, Chicago hailed as second best.

Richmond (pictured) was dubbed the 10th coolest neighbourhood in Australia in Time Out’s latest annual ranking

Surry Hills took out the 19th spot in Time Out's ranking

Surry Hills took out the 19th spot in Time Out’s ranking

Richmond, located in Melbourne’s inner east, was praised for its combination of café culture, bustling Vietnamese eateries and fashion outlets.

The popular suburb is home to the Corner Hotel – which is dubbed to be one of Melbourne’s most beloved live music venues.

According to the publication, the ‘perfect day’ in Richmond is started by enjoying blueberry and ricotta hotcakes at Church Street café, Top Paddock, followed by shopping at the fashion and furniture retailers. 

Best activities to do in Richmond, Victoria

Bars and restaurants  

Richmond is home to a grand selection of pubs, bars and restaurants to suit city-goers. Popular options include Harlow, Fonda, Kong, Sister of Soul and Slowbeer 

Live music 

The popular suburb is home to the Corner Hotel – which is dubbed to be one of Melbourne’s most beloved live music venues. 

Shopping 

You’ll need all the sustenance you can get for the marathon shopping sprees at Bridge Road’s major label factory outlets and seconds stores – get good deals at Gorman, Bonds, Patagonia, Kathmandu and Country Road 

Source: Visit Melbourne 

Surry Hills in the heart of Sydney is known for a seemingly endless options of restaurants and bars to choose from along with terraced housing.

Surry Hills in the heart of Sydney is known for a seemingly endless options of restaurants and bars to choose from along with terraced housing.

The suburb is perfect for those wanting easy access to the city and trendy eastern beaches

The suburb is perfect for those wanting easy access to the city and trendy eastern beaches

With Sydney's lockdown restrictions easing on Monday October 11, businesses and cafes across Surry Hills are set to reopen doors to the public

With Sydney’s lockdown restrictions easing on Monday October 11, businesses and cafes across Surry Hills are set to reopen doors to the public

Surry Hills in the heart of Sydney is known for a seemingly endless options of restaurants and bars to choose from along with terraced housing.

The suburb is perfect for those wanting easy access to the city and trendy eastern beaches, including Bondi Beach.

With Sydney’s lockdown restrictions easing on Monday October 11, businesses and cafes across Surry Hills are set to reopen doors to the public. 

Richmond is praised for its combination of bustling café culture, bustling Vietnamese eateries and fashion outlets.

To determine the ranking, Time Out polled 27,000 people

Richmond, located in Melbourne’s inner east, is praised for its combination of bustling café culture, bustling Vietnamese eateries and fashion outlets.

The top ten also included pockets in Seoul, Edinburgh, New York, Budapest and Hong Kong.

To determine the ranking, Time Out polled 27,000 people and asked local experts to rank the best places to go for food, fun, culture and community.

Last year Yarraville in Melbourne ranked in 5th place while Sydney’s Marrickville ranked in 10th position.

Best activities to do in Surry Hills, New South Wales

Surry Hills is Sydney’s answer to London’s Notting Hill – a village bursting with creative energy, stylish restaurants, galleries, small bars and unique shopping experiences 

Markets – the Surry Hills Markets are a must-visit for everything from vintage fashion to antique decor, upcycled goods, handmade beauty products, ceramics and fashion

Cafes – the suburb is also known for its cafe culture and is home to one of Sydney’s most popular bakeries – Bourke Street Bakery

Restaurants – other popular restaurants include The Winery, Four Ate Five, The Dolphin Hotel and Chin Chin 

Source: The Culture Trip 

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