Lonely Planet’s Top Cities To Visit In 2019 Are Peak Hipster Goals

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Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2019 lists are here to add miles to your ever-growing bucket list. Hope you have your bags ready, because this Lonely Planet list can give anybody a serious case of wanderlust. This year’s best cities will blow you away, with Insta-worthy destinations in nearly every corner of the globe. Here’s which metros made the list.

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1. Copenhagen, Denmark

Danish Copenhagen is teeming with food markets, hiking trails and speedy public transit. And the architecture isn’t too shabby, either.

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2. Shenzhen, China

The Silicon Valley of China has become a booming industry center, flourishing with a variety of tech hubs, cool cafes, breweries and bustling nightlife.

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3. Novi Sad, Serbia

Home to several music festivals and alternative culture events, the Balkan city is reviving the old-school traditions through new-age events.

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4. Miami, United States

Miami’s beaches are no secret, but the city’s art deco history is still vastly underappreciated. Go for the art and the food and, yes, the sun.

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5. Kathmandu, Nepal

The old city of Kathmandu offers winding mazes of tiny streets. Get off-the-beaten-path and discover the hidden gems of this Nepalese city.

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6. Mexico City, Mexico

Named the World Design Capital in 2018, Mexico City is poised to become a creative giant on the global stage. And the food is out of this world as well.

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7. Dakar, Senegal

Often overlooked, Dakar’s daytime markets (or beaches) and snazzy nightlife will awe anyone who heads to the West African coastal city.

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8. Seattle, United States

We don’t need to tell you why Seattle is hipster heaven. The Pacific Northwest has been shouting about it for years and in 2019 it’s finally time that you go visit.

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9. Zadar, Croatia

Zadar is filled with bars, cafes and a unique ocean powered by the Adriatic Sea’s waves. With scenic views and city life, this getaway offers something for any traveler.

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10. Meknès, Morocco

Fez, Marrakesh and Chefchaouen get all the buzz, but Meknès offers similarly stunning fortresses, palaces and ruins.

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