Megan duBois Updated: Aug. 04, 2020
Cities all over the world are filled with vibrant colored streets to explore.
A rainbow of color
Around the world, there are hundreds of cities with brightly colored streets and incredible graffiti that help to bring the streets alive with vibrant hues. Some streets have rows of houses that are known as a “rainbow row” because of the variety of colors. Some streets have ornate decorations flying high above as an art installation or as part of a local festival. And some streets are even painted varying shades of the same color that means something to the community. We’ve rounded up 14 of the most colorful streets in the world to add to your list of places to visit. If you’re looking for even more color, check out the most colorful cities in the world.
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El Caminito, Buenos Aires
Within the La Boca neighborhood of Buenos Aires lies El Caminito Street. This small but colorful street has rows of homes and businesses painted in every color imaginable. On the ground, you’ll find pretty turquoise and yellow pavers that make the street even more beautiful. Home to cafes and shops, this street is typically a hot spot for tourists. Find out some of the most colorful natural wonders in the world.
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Rainbow Row, Charleston, South Carolina
Rainbow Row is one of the most Instagrammed places in South Carolina. In fact, many people claim that if you don’t visit Rainbow Row then you haven’t really been to Charleston at all. The row of 13 houses, painted an array of pretty pastel colors including baby blue, soft pink, lemon yellow, and green, are private residences that date back to the 1700s. Just around the corner in the same neighborhood, you’ll find small ice cream shops, coffee shops, and independently owned stores to do some window shopping for a fun girls getaway weekend. Read more from Readers Digest.
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