Time Out has done the math (well, asked the experts) and crowned the coolest neighbourhoods across the planet once again for 2025. Based on culture, nightlife and food, plus many other factors that make a city shine, this year’s list is packed with underrated gems and thriving arty quarters.

Alongside destinations in the Americas , Oceania , Europe and Asia , two African cities made the top 39 list. So, if you're looking for a base for your next trip to the continent, these neighbourhoods should be on your radar.

First up is Labone in Accra, ranked tenth on the global ranking. Once a quiet residential district known for its bungalows and mango trees, it’s now one of the Ghanaian capital’s liveliest districts.

Here you’ll find luxury shops, bookstores, and even the chance to

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