New study ranks Porto city as one of the 4th most Walkable Cities in The World

Source: www.forbes.com

There’s nothing like walking in a city, absorbing the local culture, and stumbling upon hidden gems. So what are the most walkable cities in the world? A new report has the answers. Insider Monkey—an investing website—has curated a list of the most walkable cities in 2024, places that are perfect for travelers who believe the best way to experience a destination is by going to locations where every step is an adventure.

To come up with the list, Insider Monkey used data from a number of sources. First, the analysts at Insider Monkey tapped into city walkability scores from sources like Tourlane and WalkScore, then mapped out distances between the top tourist attractions. And because you want to have good air quality when you’re out and about—and to be safe—they analyzed IQAir data and safety indexes from Numbeo, to narrow down the list to 30 cities. Topping the list is Florence, Italy, a city known for its Renaissance history and timeless architecture. The city’s compact layout means that all major attractions are within a half-mile radius, making it easy for visitors to explore on foot. You can also walk through Central Florence in only two hours. “Florence’s walkability seeps through in its historic center, where narrow lanes lead to landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio,” according to the authors of the report.

Porto combines narrow cobblestone streets—perfect for exploring—and famous landmarks, such as the Dom Luís I Bridge and Livraria Lello. The city’s clean streets and well-maintained parks enhance its walkability. “Porto’s air quality is influenced by its coastal location,” notes the report.

Europe dominated the list, taking the first five spots: Riga, the capital of Latvia, came in second, followed by Hamburg, Germany; Porto, Portugal; and Madrid, Spain. With 17 cities (including Istanbul, which straddles Asia), Europe also had the most locations of any region. The United States, the United Kingdom and Canada each had three cities on the list. There were two in Australia, one in Asia and one in the Middle East.

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