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This U.S. City Was Just Named the Most Walkable—and You Can See Its Top Sites in 30 Minutes
Now, new study revealed that there is one city that's a cut above the rest, making it perfect for casual strollers and step-count obsessives alike. The analysis from FitFlops named Seattle the most walkable city.
The report used a matrix that analyzed the distance, walking time, elevation gain, and step count between the top five attractions in 30 U.S. cities. Using that information and factoring in the city's Walk Score, FitFlop created an index. In that index, Seattle was named as the most walkable.
'Visitors can wander between the ethereal glass sculptures at Chihuly Garden and Glass, ascend the iconic Space Needle, and explore the lively stalls of Pike Place Market—all within a 1.4-mile radius,' the study states. 'A short stroll leads to the Museum of Pop Culture, a Frank Gehry-designed marvel celebrating music, sci-fi, and pop culture. Cap it off with a scenic jaunt to the Washington State Ferries terminal for a breezy ride across Puget Sound.'
In just 32 minutes, you can see all five top attractions and get about 3,360 steps in while you're at it. The Pacific Northwest city has been growing in popularity as a destination in recent years, with great access to outdoor adventure, a fantastic Chinatown, and experiences like sailing around in a hot tub boat.
To really get the best of what Seattle has to offer, you will have to travel outside of the 1.4-mile radius. But in that area there's even more to do than the activities above. There's the Museum of History & Industry, several great parks, a model boat pond, and so much more.
Plus when you get hungry, you can head to the very popular Queen Anne Beerhall to catch a basketball game and enjoy a smashburger, or pop in for some ceviche at Sal Y Limón. And don't worry, once you are ready to finally lay day after a long day of being out and about Travel + Leisure has the inside scoop on the best hotels in Seattle too.
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