Who else loves being enveloped with the aromatic scent of fresh coffee the moment you step into a Starbucks store? There are a lot of insanely beautiful and unique Starbucks stores across the globe - from a store where you can sip your coffee while seated on tatami mats, to one on board a train that goes through the Swiss Alps and one located in a gorgeous castle! Add these 15 beautiful Starbucks stores onto your travel list and hunt them down once it's ok to fly again.
1. Starbucks Kyoto Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya, Japan
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A coffee shop located in a 100-year-old traditional Japanese house, how does that sound? This Starbucks store nestled in the heart of a quaint district in Kyoto has two stories and boasts 51 seats - take off your shoes and head to the second floor if you'd like to sip on your coffee while seated on tatami cushions!
2. Starbucks at Prague Castle, Czech Republic
It's your chance to feel like royalty as you sip on your coffee from the Starbucks at Prague Castle, one of the largest ancient castles in the world. This store offers cozy interior and exterior seating as well as majestic panoramic views of one of Europe's most breathtaking cities.
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3. Starbucks Reserve Roastery, Milan, Italy
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The Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Milan spans over 25,000 square feet and is basically like a dine-in museum for coffee lovers. Get ready for a visual feast as you step into this space! What's more - you'll be spoilt for choice with over 100 different types of drinks to choose from, you can even order some delicious bakery treats, hand-crafted ice cream, or cocktails infused with coffee.
4. Starbucks Hualien Bay Mall, Taiwan
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This store was designed by Japan-based architect Kengo Kuma and was built using a total of 29 shipping containers! Seating space is spread over two floors and the exterior offers an extremely stylish aesthetic that's perfect for that insta-worthy shot.
5. Starbucks Davis Bangkok Hotel, Thailand
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You might think the photos above were taken against the backdrop of Rome, but it's actually the exterior of a Starbucks store located in the heart of Bangkok! The Roman-inspired architecture of this particular outlet has made it a hotspot for locals and tourists wishing to capture a perfect shot.
6. Starbucks Fast Fac Wang Noi, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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Ayutthaya is Thailand's hidden archaeological gem that houses many ancient palaces, temples, statues, and monasteries. The ancient city is a mere hour from Bangkok, making it a perfect day trip location for tourists.
Pop by the beautiful Starbucks Fast Fac Wang Noi, a store with a striking orange brick exterior meant to mirror the same look and materials of Ayutthaya's ancient temples. The interior is just as cozy as it looks on the outside!
7. Starbucks Capucines, Paris, France
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Starbucks Capucines is located near the stunning Opéra Garnier in Paris, housed in a 17th century building that dates back more than three centuries. The space is dotted with elegant chandeliers and ornate murals that will take your breath away. Of all the stores on our list, this one bags first place as the most romantic Starbucks we know of!
8. Starbucks Famille Park, Seoul, Korea
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Known as the most beautiful Starbucks in Korea, Starbucks Famille Park's exterior is a modern, geometric glass dome structure whereas the interior features mostly wooden panels and furniture that resemble an urban coffee forest, as well as huge floor-to-ceiling windows. Our favourite part of the store is definitely the centrepiece decor with flying birds as pictured above!
9. Starbucks Reserve Dewata, Bali, Indonesia
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The Starbucks Reserve in Bali is the largest in Southeast Asia! Designed as a coffee sanctuary, Starbucks Reserve Dewata is a spacious location that spans across 20,000 square feet and includes a coffee seedling nursery.
Visitors can enjoy more than 100 handcrafted beverages that are exclusive to the reserve such as the Lavender Latte, House Affogato, and Origin Flight! Pssst, don't forget to also shop for some Dewata-exclusive merchandise such as uniquely-designed mugs and tumblers you can't find elsewhere!
10. Starbucks Pike Place Market, Seattle, United States
Though a lot humbler and less fancy than the other stores on our list, this one deserves a very special mention. The Starbucks store located at Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle is lovingly known as the Original Starbucks - it's the first Starbucks store in the world, established in 1971.
The store has kept most of its early appearance including the original Starbucks logo that has changed a lot over the years (fun fact: the Starbucks mermaid started out being brown and is now green!).
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11. Starbucks train, Switzerland
All aboard the Starbucks Express! This two-level Starbucks train in Switzerland boasts a sleek red and white exterior and can fit a total of 50 patrons. The interior of the train provides a lounge-like experience where travellers can sit back and relax with their favourite cup of beverage.
12. Starbucks Dazaifu Tenmangu Omotesando, Fukuoka
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Be surrounded by traditional woodwork in Kyushu's unique Starbucks concept store. This store in Fukuoka is located along a pathway that leads to Dazaifu Tenmangu, a popular shrine in the city. Besides a cozy interior, you can also shop for limited-edition Starbucks merchandise with unique Fukuoka-based designs that will serve as great souvenirs for yourself or your loved ones.
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13. Seattle Roastery Reserve & Tasting Room, United States
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The Seattle Roastery is Starbucks' first-ever Starbucks Reserve Roastery that opened its doors back in December 2014! The space invites coffee lovers to experience coffee from bean to the cup.
14. Kobe Kitano Ijinkan, Kobe, Japan
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Sip on your coffee in an adorable century-old Western-style building in Kobe, Japan! This Starbucks store is housed in a cultural heritage site, and is a delightful coffee hub that's extremely popular amongst tourists and locals alike. Painted green and white on the outside, it's hard to miss it when you walk up the slope of the neighbourhood. Our favourite spot in the store is the terrace seating that's lovely in spring or autumn when it's not freezing nor too humid!
15. Starbucks Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai
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Located in Dubai's extravagantly decorated mall, the Starbucks store in Ibn Battuta Mall will make you feel small with its high ceiling dome, beautiful chandelier, monumental arches, grand decor, and breathtaking artwork!
16. Starbucks SanFang QiXiang, Fuzhou, China
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SangFang QiXiang is a historic and cultural area located in the heart of the city of Fuzhou in China. The Starbucks store located in the area is a real-life example of 'traditional meets modernity' - the beautiful wooden exterior blends in to the landscape of the historic area, but the interior is an unexpected surprise that includes modern furniture, minimalist decor, and trendy graffiti art!
17. Starbucks Ketchum, Idaho
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Ketchum is a city nestled in the Rocky Mountains of the United States and is home to America's first destination ski resort. Here you'll find a rustic Starbucks store located inside an old church, designed with natural stone and wood that gives the store an outdoosy, ski lodge feel that's aligned with what the city has to offer. Pop by for a warm cup of coffee before heading off to the ski slopes!
