Discover the Most Walkable Cities of 2024 -
Exploring a city on foot allows travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and uncover hidden gems. But which are the most suitable cities for pedestrians in 2024? A report provides new details.
Insider Monkey, a financial and investing website, has collected together a list of the most walkable cities in 2024. These towns are good for tourists who believe that walking through streets and neighbourhoods is the best way to discover any place.
This list has been compiled from varied data sources by Insider Monkey. City walkability scores compiled from platforms like Tourlane and WalkScore were considered as well as distances between key tourist attractions, air quality information from IQAir and safety index provided by Numbeo. Using these criteria we were able to come up with thirty cities where each step is an adventure.
Top Walkable City: Riga, Latvia
The capital of Latvia, Riga leads – this Baltic nation is renowned for its attractive architecture as well as tireless cultural life. The city’s compact layout makes it perfect for pedestrians since there are several tourist spots within relatively short distances. “Riga’s historic center is perfectly made for walking” describes this document pointing on charming cobbled streets leading to places such as House of Blackheads or St Peter's church.
Prominent European Cities
The top five positions on this list are all European. They include Florence, Italy; Hamburg, Germany; Porto Portugal; Madrid Spain. Europe had the highest number of walkable cities on the list, with 17 entries (including Istanbul, which straddles both Europe and Asia).
Global Highlights
In addition to two Australian cities one Asian city and one Middle East country also appeared on the list showcasing a diverse range of walkable destinations around the globe.
Whether you’re exploring Riga’s cobblestone streets or Florence’s old alleys, these towns provide amazing experiences for those who love walking. So come Discover the Most Walkable Cities of 2024.
Why not plan your next trip to Riga and discover this top walkable city yourself...
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