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Best Things to do worldwide (2026)

50 places · Updated October 23, 2026

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42. Balat and Fener

Historic neighbourhood walkBalat

Two historic Golden Horn neighbourhoods of colourful houses, synagogues and churches, including the iron-built Bulgarian St Stephen Church and Ahrida Synagogue.

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47. Kite Beach

Public beachUmm Suqeim

A wide public beach in Umm Suqeim with views of Burj Al Arab, a running track, watersports and casual food outlets along the sand.

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49. Omoide Yokocho

Historic alley of bars and eateriesNishi-Shinjuku

A narrow post-war alley by Shinjuku Station's west exit, packed with around 60 tiny yakitori counters, izakaya and bars under glowing lanterns.

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50. Times Square

Neighbourhood and Theater DistrictMidtown / Theater District

The neon-lit junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue is the heart of the Theater District, home to the TKTS booth and the New Year's Eve ball drop.

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