For basketball fans, there's nothing quite like shooting hoops on an incredible court. While most courts are simple flat surfaces, some have been designed and built to be truly mind-blowing.

From crazy locations to wildly creative artwork, these six basketball courts from around the globe are guaranteed to make your jaw drop.

<b>Leblon Waterfront Court, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil</b>

Rio de Janeiro is famous for its breathtaking beachfronts, and the Leblon neighborhood offers one of the most picturesque outdoor basketball courts around. Situated just steps from the golden sands of Leblon Beach, the court features glass backboards surrounded by a wooded boardwalk court surface. Palm trees line the sides, and mountains loom in the background, making every shot you take feel like it's happening inside a paradise postcard scene. Combine that with the always lively "Marvelous City" atmosphere of Rio, and you've got one sensational setting to play some basketball.

<b>Angel's Gate Park Basketball Court, Los Angeles, USA</b>

Boasting one of the world's most breathtaking backdrops, the Angel's Gate Park Basketball Court in San Pedro, California, is a true scenic wonder. Located along the Pacific Ocean cliffs, players can enjoy sweeping views of the beach, coastline, downtown Los Angeles skyline, and Catalina Island in the distance. The vibrant blue and pink court itself provides a brilliant visual pop against the natural scenery. Dubbed "The Brightest Court on Earth," it offers an unforgettable experience for basketball fans.

<b>Garrica Court - Mexico City, Mexico</b>

Mexico City is full of urban art and color, which they incorporated perfectly into the Garrica Court. The court itself uses typical plain concrete floors and plain walls surrounding it. But then incredible, vivid murals cover every inch of those walls, blending indigenous designs with modern inspiration. It's an absolute work of art that makes you feel like you're playing inside a museum.

<b>Venice Beach Basketball Court, Los Angeles, USA</b>

You can't talk about amazing basketball courts without mentioning the legendary Venice Beach courts in Los Angeles. They're located right on the Venice Beach boardwalk, with the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean just yards away as the backdrop. The views are breathtaking, and the scene is always lively, with street performers, vendors, sunbathers, and tourists all watching the action on these iconic purple courts.

<b>Sport Court at Dusk, Melbourne, Australia</b>

We've already covered some picturesque beach courts, but Australia presents its famous Sport Court located along St. Kilda Beach in Melbourne. The court itself is nothing fancy, but it's the setting that draws people from around the world. At dusk, the skyline of Melbourne's skyscrapers lights up to provide epic backdrop views as you hoop it up right by the beach. The photos are always breathtaking.

<b>Stožice Basketball Court, Ljubljana, Slovenia</b>

Part of the Stožice Sports Complex in Ljubljana, this iconic outdoor court features an abstract, futuristic design that is a work of art. The multicolored lines, shapes, and patterns blend together in a trippy optical illusion style. The modern buildings surrounding the court add to the avant-garde vibe. Simply put, there's no other basketball court design like it in the world.

So whether it's beaches, mountains, cities, islands, or just creative artwork and vibrant atmospheres, there's an amazing basketball court experience waiting for you somewhere around the world. Start making your travel plans, because playing or watching hoops on one of these jaw-dropping courts is a bucket list item for any true basketball fan.