A historic walk in a centuries-old piazza in Rome, a cozy eatery in Iceland’s urban village, or completing 1,000 daily steps by the beach – walking is the ultimate way to uncover new destinations.
TourLane, a travel expert company, announced the top 50 cities visitors can explore on foot, worldwide.
Among all destinations, here are the world’s 10 most walkable cities, offering more than your camera can capture within 10 miles of distance.
Best Walkable Cities
From Florence’s Renaissance alleys to Edinburgh’s medieval streets, lace up your shoes and let your footsteps trace the contours of these incredible cities.
Photo: St. Maria Fiore Cathedral / Pexels1. Florence, Italy
Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, tops the Tour Lane’s list of the world’s most walkable cities. In a 10-minute walk, travelers can visit;
The famous Romanesque-style arched river bridge, Ponte Vecchio, is lined with souvenir shops and colorful Boboli Gardens. The Uffizi Gallery features an impressive collection of medieval to Renaissance art and sculptures.
Piazza della Signoria, featuring Palazzo Vecchio- the city’s town hall and an open-air museum- showcases paintings, sculptures, and mosaics from the 14th century.
Piazza del Duomo, a UNESCO-listed site, exhibits classic Renaissance artistry, including San Giovanni Baptistery’s mosaic ceiling and Giotto’s iconic bell tower. Visit Brunelleschi’s masonry dome, placed on the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Photo: Bridge of Sigh in Venice / Pexels2. Venice, Italy
Venice, famously known as the ‘City of Canals,’ ranked second on Tour Lane’s most walkable cities list. The city is built on a lagoon of 118 islands interconnected with canals and boats, and no roads!
Stroll along the medieval Rialto Bridge, built by Antonio da Ponte in the 16th century, connecting San Marco and San Polo.
Explore the city’s rich past in St. Mark’s Square, surrounded by numerous historical buildings, including Byzantine-style St. Mark’s Basilica, a 15th-century astronomical clock tower, and musical cafes.
Spend the evenings along Venice’s glistening canals, passing through its rich historical and cultural heritage on traditional Gondola Rides. Serving as a former Venetian government seat, explore the city’s rich history in the Doge’s Palace, famous for its opulent halls, prisons, and Bridge of Sighs.
Photo: Monumental House of Blackheads in Riga3. Riga, Latvia
Ranked the top three on the most walkable cities list by Tour Lane, Riga is the largest and Latvia’s capital of Riga, which gave the world its very first decorated Christmas Tree in the 1500s.
From the iconic House of the Black Heads and Lutheran church- Riga Cathedral to the bustling central market, one of Europe’s busiest food markets and nightlife hub, visitors can explore much of the city within a 15-20 minute walking radius.
Wander through the labyrinthine medieval streets of pedestrian-only Old Town, dotted with wooden buildings and art nouveau architectural marvels.
Bastejkalna Park and Vērmane Garden offer a recreational stroll through the man-made cascades, small bridges, intricate sculptures, and a swan house on the canal.
Athens, Greece; Photo- Visit Greece4. Athens, Greece
The Greek city of Athens ranks fourth among Tour Lane’s top 50 global walkability cities, offering proximity between ancient ruins and charming urban neighborhoods within 10 miles on foot.
From the iconic Acropolis clifftop complex, housing Parthenon and ancient temples, to the largest pedestrian-only Plaka neighborhoods, visitors can explore Athens from the inside out in less than an hour of walking.
Admire the monumental remnants of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, or witness the ceremonial Changing of the Guards across the Parliament Building.
Walk through the ruins of the ancient Greek Agora of Athens or stroll beneath the shaded walkways of Athens’ National Garden’s green oasis, filled with thousands of diverse species of flora and fauna.
Photo: Warehouse District Buildings, Hamburg, Germany / Freepik5. Hamburg, Germany
Crossed by hundreds of canals, Hamburg, a bustling German port city, is listed among the top five in the world’s most walkable cities by the travel experts of Tour Lane.
The Hanseatic city offers a mix of historic charms and modernity, deeply rooted in its centuries-old culture, to explore within a 40-minute walking distance.
Admire the stunning architecture of the modern Elbphilharmoine concert hall, explore the UNESCO-listed site of Speicherstadt, for an interactive journey through the city’s dark history.
Gain insights into the city’s military past at the oldest warehouse district, exhibiting the maritime past at the International Maritime Museum. Hamburger Kunsthalle, with its medieval altarpieces and contemporary photography, is a perfect spot for art lovers.
Photo: Edinburgh Castle / Pexels6. Edinburgh, Scotland
Coming in next is Scotland’s quaint capital city of Edinburgh, known for its rich history, Gothic architecture, and the world’s largest art festival- the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
The historic Edinburgh Castle, perched on a volcanic rock formation, offers insights into the city’s rich history dating back to the Iron Age. Meander through a seamless blend of history and architecture in the Royal Mile’s streets in Old Town, connecting the castle to Holyroodhouse Palace.
The grand halls of the Scottish National Gallery feature great artworks of world-renowned artists, such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Vincent van Gogh, and Monet. Explore the charming Victoria Street, that said to have inspired J.K. Rowling to create Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series.
Photo: Cibeles Palace Facade with National Flags of Spain, Madrid7. Madrid, Spain
The Spanish capital city of Madrid secured a place among the top 10 walkable cities in the world by Tour Lane for 2025. Famous for its passionate football games, flamenco dance, lavish art museums, and traditional tapas culture, Madrid is perfect for every kind of traveler.
Explore the impressive repositories of European and Spanish art in world-class museums- Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen Bornemisza. Relax in the 19th-century Retiro Park, boasting a boating lake, rose garden, and the iconic Crystal Palace.
Enjoy sunset views from the ancient Egyptian Temple of Debod, now a museum. Discover the grandeur of Madrid’s Royal Palace, featuring a Rococo-style throne room and royal armoury, displaying 13th-century weaponry.
Explore the 400-year-old Plaza Mayor square for its grand architecture and calamari sandwiches.
Photo: Two-tiered Louis I Bridge in Porto, Portugal / Pexels8. Porto, Portugal
Ranks next in the Tour Lane’s world’s most walkable cities list for 2025 is the Portuguese coastal city of Porto, famous for its historic fortified wine culture.
In less than 3 miles on foot, visitors can explore an art nouveau-style bookstore, featuring a wooden winding staircase, a two-tiered arched Louis I Bridge, carrying a low-level road for vehicles and a high-level metro line, imposing architectures of Porto Cathedral and St. Francis’ Golden Church, built with Roman foundations, Gothic vaults, and Baroque decorations.
Relax and unwind amid the green oasis of Crystal Palace’s botanical gardens, inhabited by diverse varieties of flora, artworks, and a domed sports pavilion overlooking the River Douro.
Photo: Tallinn Old Town streets with historic buildings and cafes / Pexels9. Tallinn, Estonia
The birthplace of Skype, Tallinn, has been recognized among the world’s best walkable cities that travelers can explore in less than an hour of walking.
Discover the city’s rich cultural diversity and history winding its medieval streets amid relaxing seaside views.
The bustling Town Hall Square is surrounded by historic monuments, such as Viru Gate, and open-air markets, while Kadriorg Park, Estonia’s palatial and urban park, offers a European-style summer break.
Pay tribute to the war heroes at the Independence monument situated in the pedestrian-only Freedom Square. Admire Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn’s largest Russian Orthodox church, built to honor Russo-Turkish wartime Russian heroes.
Photo: Stockholm Old Town with the waterfront views, Sweden / Pixabay10. Stockholm, Sweden
Named the City of Islands, this Sweden capital, with its stunning natural surroundings intertwined with modern architecture, rich history, and cultural charms, ranked among the world’s best walkable cities, recognized by Tour Lane.
Visit the Royal Palace, an official residence of the Swedish Monarch, or unwind in Kungstradgarden’s green spaces lined with outdoor cafes and an ice rink in winter.
Walk down the scenic paths of Djurgarden, a park island with a well-preserved 17th-century warship in the Vasa Museum, and Skansen– the world’s first open-air museum displaying historical buildings and traditional Swedish crafts.
Bottom Line
Walking isn’t just a way to get around—it’s the most rewarding way to discover a city.
From Florence’s Renaissance streets to Stockholm’s island views, these destinations prove that the best travel memories are often made one step at a time.
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