The most beautiful and historic Streets in the world

Acorn Street, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Located in Boston's historic Beacon Hill neighborhood, Acorn Street is often said to be the most photographed street in the US. Wealthy tradesmen and artists lived here in the 19th century, and today it's one of Boston's most famous attractions, instantly recognizable thanks to its Federal-style brick rowhouses and gas lanterns.

Via Giudecca, Burano, Italy

Arguably the most popular spot on the Italian island of Burano, Via Giudecca looks out to the lagoon, with the island's brightly colored houses lining the street and the canal. It's thought that the island got its signature look back in the day when fishermen painted their houses as bright as possible, so they would be easier to spot in the thick fog so common on the lagoon. A popular day-trip destination from Venice, Burano is also famous for its lace work

Rue du Petit-Champlain, Quebec City, Canada

Although Quebec City isn't short of romantic streets, Rue du Petit-Champlain has to be the prettiest, especially come Christmastime when it's generally covered in snow. One of the oldest commercial streets in North America, it's now a pedestrian-only boulevard located at the foot of the cliff below the Château Frontenac. Named after Samuel de Champlain, who founded Quebec City in 1608, the charming street is home to boutique shops and family-owned restaurants, many of which have been here for decades.

Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee, USA

An American icon, the three blocks of Beale Street in downtown Memphis are synonymous with music. This is where blues, jazz, rock 'n' roll, country and R&B come together, and where some of the most famous names in music history have performed. Walking down Beale Street you'll hear music spilling out of the countless clubs, music bars and restaurants, and see visitors posing for photos near the arching blue sign that marks the start of the street. 

Streets of Alberobello, Italy

It's simply impossible not to find a picture-perfect street in Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety. The small town in Italy's heel – Puglia – is famous for its unusual trulli homes, built from white-washed local limestone, with a characteristic conical rooves. You'll find the prettiest streets in the historical heart of the town. Rione Monti is the more commercialized side with plenty of hotels, restaurants and shops, while Rione Aia Piccola is much quieter and still largely residential.

Jinli, Chengdu, China

With a history that can be traced back to as early as the Qin Dynasty (221 BC–206 BC), Jinli has been a destination for traders and travelers for centuries. Opened in 2004 to tourists, Jinli is pedestrian only, offering a glimpse into the life of days gone by. The age-old stores along the street sell everything from Shu embroidery and folk handicrafts to lacquer products and calligraphy tools. You'll also find plenty of street-food stalls here, selling typical Chengdu snacks. 

Quai de la Poissonnerie, Colmar, France

Nestled among vineyards, Colmar is a dreamy collection of quaint medieval houses, canals and floral displays – and Quai de la Poissonnerie, which runs alongside the Launch River, is like something out of a fairy tale. Take a boat trip or admire the half-timbered fishermen's houses on a casual stroll, and be sure to pause at one of the bridges to drink in the view. 

Umbrella Sky Project (R. Luís de Camões), Águeda, Portugal

What began in 2011 as an art installation for Águeda's annual art festival has turned into the city's most famous attraction. Today, four of Águeda's streets are turned into a colorful spectacle with the help of more than 3,000 umbrellas, attracting thousands of tourists.