Most beautiful umbrella streets in the world - Where are they?

No, it’s not Mary Poppins, but maybe it was inspired by her…

What is it about streets covered in rainbow-colored umbrellas that makes us smile?

Maybe it’s the playful colors, or the way it instantly brightens up an ordinary day. Maybe it’s that little spark of excitement when you turn a corner and suddenly find yourself under a ceiling of floating umbrellas. It feels a bit magical — and completely unexpected.

All I know is, I absolutely love it.
These umbrella streets have become a huge hit with people looking for perfect Instagram photo spots. So, we’ve put together a list of some of the best places around the world where you can find them. Most of these streets are lined with charming little cafés too — perfect for taking a break after a morning of exploring.

The questions we get asked the most:

Where are the streets with the umbrellas?
Where can I find those colorful umbrella streets?
Where do I go to see the streets covered in umbrellas?

Here’s the answer:
We’ve put together a list of some of the best umbrella streets around the world for you to explore!

1. Avignon, France
2. Siófok, Hungary
3. Bucharest, Romania
4. Timisoara, Romania
5. Brno, Czech Republic
6. Vernazza, Italy
7. Ferrara, Italy
8. Agueda, Portugal
9. Nicosia, Cyprus
10.Viana do Castelo, Portugal
11.Athens, Greece
12.Amman, Jordan
13.Kaleici, Turkey
14.Antalya, Turkey
15.Sardinia, Italy
16.Quebec, Canada
17.Warsaw, Poland
18.Rouen, France
19.Cartagena, Colombia

20. Novigrad, Croatia

21. Tlaquepaque, Mexico

22. Syros, Greece

23. Miami, Florida

24. Dublin, Ireland

25. Belgrade, Serbia

26. Zabbar, Malta

27. Malang, Indonesia

28. Ipoh, Malaysia

29. Port Louis, Mauritius

30. Abu Dhabi, UAE

31. Porto de Galinhas, Brazil

32. Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

33. Liverpool, United Kingdom

Travel Tip(s)

To find the exact location, you can just contact the local tourist centre of the specific town or city you are visiting. Some cities change the location at times, so it is best to get the information first hand.

Umbrella Streets that have been around for a while

A few umbrella streets have been around for many years and have become quite famous — almost permanent attractions. They might refresh the umbrellas every now and then, but the installation stays.

Here are some of the well-known ones that have been fairly fixed for years:

Águeda, Portugal – This is the original and most famous one. The Umbrella Sky Project started here in 2011 as part of the Ágitagueda Art Festival. Every summer, the umbrellas go up, and it’s now an expected tradition. You’ll find them: Rua (Street) Vasco da Gama, Jose Maria Velosa and just around the corner at Rua Luis de Camoes (the most famous and informally known as the Umbrella Street).
Paris, France (Bercy Village) – Bercy Village often has umbrella installations, especially in the spring and summer months. It’s become a bit of a seasonal tradition.

A few of my favorite Streets

Zmaj Jovina Street in Novi Sad, Serbia is truly wonderful! (I just have to mention this one)

It’s one of the city’s main pedestrian streets, starting right near Liberty Square (Trg Slobode) and stretching into the heart of the old town. It’s full of life, lined (or should I say “JAM-PACKED” with outdoor cafés, little shops, and historic buildings with beautiful facades. Even without umbrellas, it’s the kind of street where you just want to stroll slowly, take photos, and sit down for a coffee to soak it all in.

Sometimes they decorate parts of it with lights or seasonal displays (especially during festivals like the Novi Sad Christmas Market or Exit Festival times), but it’s not a regular “umbrella street” the way Oradea or Timișoara are.

You can actually spend a lovely few hours just wandering from Zmaj Jovina into Dunavska Street, which connects you to Danube Park (Dunavski Park). The whole area feels almost like a little secret — peaceful, colorful, and very easygoing.

The umbrella street in Timișoara, Romania is Strada Alba Iulia.

This pedestrian-only street connects Liberty Square (Piața Libertății) and Victory Square (Piața Victoriei) in the heart of the city. The colorful umbrella canopy is typically installed during the warmer months, creating a vibrant and picturesque walkway. Strada Alba Iulia is lined with shops, cafés, and restaurants, making it a delightful spot for a leisurely stroll or a coffee break. The umbrella installation has become a popular attraction, drawing both locals and tourists to experience its charm.

If you’re planning a visit, it’s advisable to check local event calendars or contact the Timișoara Tourism Office to confirm the presence of the umbrella installation during your travel dates. As I have missed it several times. I would still recommend a visit to these squares as it is really remarkable.

📍 Timișoara Tourist Information Center

Address: Strada Alba Iulia 2, 300254 Timișoara, Romania
Phone: +40 256 437 973
Email: infoturism@primariatm.ro
Website: www.timisoara-info.ro Discover a fairy tale Romania+1MapQuest+1

This center is located right on Strada Alba Iulia, the street known for its colorful umbrella canopy during the warmer months. They can provide current details about the installation’s status and any related events

By, Jo-Anne Naude Traveler, storyteller, seeker of hidden beauty. She captures life’s simple joys through journeys that inspire wonder, reflection, and a deeper connection to the world.

If you have visited any of them, please share photos on our Facebook Chat Group, and maybe you can add a few extra places to our list, as the streets are growing by the day…

Some of them are part of the Umbrella Sky project (Whose motto is Coloring life, bringing color to gray spaces, and making people smile! – …and it really was inspired by Mary Poppins 🙂 ).

We just love it and hope it stays forever and ever…