Archive · 16 Sep 2026
Delhi’s Humayunpur Ranked Among World’s 40 Coolest Neighbourhoods
Humayunpur is a neighbourhood in South Delhi.
Time Out named it the 16th coolest neighbourhood in the world.
The area is famous for having more than 50 places to eat.
People can try foods from Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Korea and Tibet.
Many students and workers from Northeast India live or spend time there.
Humayunpur also has small shops, tattoo studios, thrift stalls and karaoke venues.
Time Out says visitors should explore its lanes without following a strict plan.
The guide suggests trying different foods and discovering unusual shops and community activities.
Humayunpur in South Delhi ranked 16th on Time Out’s list of the world’s 40 coolest neighbourhoods.
The neighbourhood has more than 50 eateries serving Naga, Manipuri, Mizo, Korean, Tibetan and other Asian dishes.
Humayunpur has become a residential and social hub for students and professionals from Northeast India.
Its independent businesses include tattoo studios, streetwear shops, K-pop stores, thrift stalls, karaoke venues and photo booths.
Time Out recommends exploring Humayunpur’s food, shops, desserts, boba, thukpa, laphing, kimbap and karaoke spots.
- Who
- Humayunpur and Time Out, which published the global ranking.
- What
- Humayunpur was ranked 16th among Time Out’s 40 coolest neighbourhoods worldwide.
- When
- The ranking was announced in Time Out’s annual global list; the article does not specify a date.
- Where
- Humayunpur, an urban village in South Delhi’s Safdarjung Enclave.
- Why
- It was recognised for its diverse food, independent businesses, community spirit and everyday liveability.
- Global ranking
- 16th among the world’s 40 coolest neighbourhoods
- Location
- Humayunpur, South Delhi’s Safdarjung Enclave
- Food options
- More than 50 eateries and kitchens
- Cuisine
- Naga, Manipuri, Mizo, Korean, Tibetan and other Asian-inspired food
- Community
- A residential and social hub for students and professionals from Northeast India
- Businesses
- Tattoo studios, streetwear stores, K-pop merchandise shops, thrift stalls and karaoke venues
- Publisher
- Time Out’s annual global ranking