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Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Daily Mail
The world's most walkable city revealed as European gem tops the list
Stroll into summer with a holiday in one of these incredible walkable destinations. A new ranking by the walking experts at GuruWalk, a booking platform for free walking tours, has revealed the globe's easiest cities to explore on foot. So, where is the world's most walkable city? Rome tops the list of this year's ranking. GuruWalk explains: 'The Eternal City remains a key destination for travellers fascinated by ancient history. 'The Colosseum, the Pantheon and the Baroque squares make Rome an open-air museum that deserves to be explored thoroughly, step by step.' Many of Rome's key attractions are located within walking distance of each other. The Italian capital's centre is also fairly flat making it easy to navigate. Second on the walkable list is Budapest, the capital city of Hungary. GuruWalk says: 'Known as the "Pearl of the Danube", Budapest blends imperial architecture with a vibrant cultural scene.' Tourists can stroll from St Stephen's Basilica to Budapest's Houses of Parliament in just 15 minutes. After exploring on foot, visitors can relax in one of Budapest's iconic thermal bath houses. Madrid, Spain's capital, rounds off the top three. GuruWalk says the Spanish metropolis 'offers the perfect combination of art, urban life and iconic parks'. The city's Museo Nacional del Prado, home to works by Goya and Velaquez, is just five minutes walk from Retiro Park, one of Madrid's best places to unwind. When it comes to the UK, London ranks highest for walkability. GuruWalk celebrates the Big Smoke's 'unrivalled combination of history and modernity'. Despite the UK capital's size, pedestrianised areas such as Covent Garden and the South Bank make it one of the country's most walkable cities. Edinburgh also earns a place in the top 20, ranking in 19th position worldwide. GuruWalk explains: 'Edinburgh enchants with its blend of medieval architecture and contemporary atmosphere.' Many of the Scottish capital's top attractions are centred around the city's Royal Mile, making it easy for tourists to explore the city on foot. Glasgow lands a place in the top 100 ranking, squeezing onto the scoreboard in 91st position. GuruWalk reveals: 'Strolling through its streets means discovering impressive Victorian buildings, contemporary galleries and an ever-changing culinary scene that reflects its young and dynamic spirit.' New York is the only U.S city to make the top 100, coming in 33rd position in the ranking. Guru Walk says: 'Walking through Central Park, along Fifth Avenue or exploring iconic neighbourhoods like Soho and Brooklyn offers a unique experience full of contrasts.' THE WORLD'S MOST WALKABLE CITIES 1. Rome, Italy 2. Budapest, Hungary 3. Madrid, Spain 4. Prague, Czechia 5. Barcelona, Spain 6. Lisbon, Portugal 7. London, UK 8. Florence, Italy 9. Amsterdam, Netherlands 10. Berlin, Germany 11. Paris, France 12. Porto, Portugal 13. Vienna, Austria 14. Seville, Spain 15. Venice, Italy 16. Toledo, Spain 17. Istanbul, Turkey 18. Milan, Italy 19. Edinburgh, Scotland 20. Krakow, Poland 21. Brussels, Belgium 22. Dubrovnik, Croatia 23. Copenhagen, Denmark 24. Marrakesh, Morocco 25. Split, Croatia 26. Malaga, Spain 27. Naples, Italy 28. Valencia, Spain 29. Bruges, Belgium 30. Dublin, Ireland 31. Santiago de Compostela, Spain 32. Munich, Germany 33. New York, USA 34. Granada, Spain 35. Mexico City, Mexico 36. Tokyo, Japan 37. Medellin, Colombia 38. Stockholm, Sweden 39. Hanoi, Vietnam 40. Cartagena, Colombia 41. Bilbao, Spain 42. Kyoto, Japan 43. Cordoba, Spain 44. Bratislava, Slovakia 45. Buenos Aires, Argentina 46. Tirana, Albania 47. Cusco, Peru 48. Santiago, Chile 49. Bucharest, Romania 50. Ljubljana, Slovenia Source: Guruwalk Prague, Barcelona, Lisbon, Florence, Amsterdam and Berlin also make the global top 10. Prague is described as a 'magical European capital' to discover on foot while Barcelona is the 'ideal city' to get a little lost in, says GuruWalk. Lisbon might be hilly but its compact city centre means it's suitable for walkers who don't mind tackling an incline. Looking for an under the radar getaway? A gorgeous city in Germany has been revealed as the cheapest place to fly to this summer and a beer there is only £2.50.
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Daily Mail
The best walkable destinations in Europe revealed - as gorgeous Italian coastline bags the top spot
Skip the car rental hire and put your best foot forward on a holiday in one of these walkable destinations. Joanne Lynn, head of European Product at Riviera Travel, has revealed the best destinations on the continent for a walking holiday. From a dreamy UNESCO Italian hotspot to an iconic canal city, find out which of Europe's cities are the easiest to discover on foot. Amalfi Coast, Italy One of Italy 's prettiest holiday destinations, the Amalfi Coast is also one of Europe's most walkable holiday hotspots, according to Riviera Travel. Joanne says: 'Situated between the Gulf of Naples and Salento, the Amalfi Coast offers stunning views of Italian landscapes and the Mediterranean Sea, providing an exceptional backdrop for a breathtaking walking holiday.' A UNESCO heritage site, the Amalfi Coast is world-renowned and loved for its lemon trees and colourful clifftop villages. And the beautiful holiday destination is set to get easier to reach with BA launching new flights to Salerno later this May. Amsterdam, Netherlands It might be best known for cycling but Amsterdam is also a fantastic destination to explore on two feet. Joanne explains that the Dutch capital has a combination of 'walkable streets' and 'pedestrian-only zones'. She adds: 'The canals dotted throughout the city only add to the scenic nature, providing some great views while travellers stroll around this bustling location.' Many of the city's top attractions including the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark are within a half an hour walk of each other. Dubrovnik, Croatia The historic city of Dubrovnik is an ideal option for a walking holiday, according to Joanne. She says: 'The city's Old Town is car-free, with its cobbled streets only accessible by foot. Additionally with the city located on the coast, travellers can enjoy some amazing views of the Adriatic Sea and the surrounding Dalmatian islands.' Walking Dubrovnik's historic walls is one of the city's highlights but tourists will need to buy a ticket to do so. However, the city's main attractions are all within an easy walk of each other which means tourists can save on the cost of car hire. Florence, Italy The Italian city's 'flat and compact' centre means it's 'easily accessible for exploration on foot' Florence is a popular honeymoon destination but it's also a great choice for holidaymakers who like to walk. Joanne says: 'Often considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is a city everyone should visit at least once during their lifetime. 'Located in the region of Tuscany, Florence is a wonderful city, home to well-known landmarks including Ponte Vecchio, Campanile di Giotto and Uffizi Gallery.' The Italian city's 'flat and compact' centre means it's 'easily accessible for exploration on foot'. Krakow, Poland Krakow, Poland's second-largest city, is another fantastic destination for holidaymakers who like to walk. 'The Polish city is relatively compact and easy to navigate on foot, with pedestrian-only zones in place in the city's Old Town,' reveals Joanne. She adds: 'Furthermore, there's plenty of history and medieval architecture to discover, making it a great place to explore while boosting fitness.' Tourists can walk from Rynek Glowny, the city's main square, to Wawel Royal Castle in just 15 minutes.
