{"id":1937112,"date":"2026-05-15T11:17:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:17:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1937112"},"modified":"2026-05-15T11:17:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:17:19","slug":"europe-dominates-new-ranking-of-the-worlds-best-walking-cities-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1937112","title":{"rendered":"Europe dominates new ranking of the world\u2019s best walking cities for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/1200x675_cmsv2_6e839917-4d90-5b58-a4a4-c2adaa5f1477-9759846.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"abe-2892220-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1\" data-nid=\"2892220\" data-cid=\"9751657\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2892220-label-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img 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src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/88\/41\/189x106_cmsv2_c925379e-7d9c-57ed-9d82-2c412a2714bc-9758841.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Maldives Atoll - archive photo\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Maldives<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"helper-site-row o-article-newsy\">\n<div class=\"helper-site-container o-article-newsy__container\">\n<div class=\"o-article-newsy__main\">\n<header class=\"h-grid o-article-newsy__main__header\">\n<nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"c-article-breadcrumbs\">\n<div id=\"adb-article-breadcrumb\" class=\"c-article-breadcrumbs__list\">\n<p>                          Travel<\/p>\n<p>                          Destinations<\/p><\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<h1 class=\"c-article-redesign-title\">\n                            Europe dominates new ranking of the world\u2019s best walking cities for 2026<\/h1>\n<div class=\"c-article-image-video u-position-relative \">\n<div class=\"js-superdiv u-aspect-ratio-16x9 u-position-relative \" data-sponsored=\"Partner content\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-poster-img c-article-media__img\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/1536x864_cmsv2_6e839917-4d90-5b58-a4a4-c2adaa5f1477-9759846.jpg\" width=\"1536\" height=\"864\" loading=\"eager\" alt=\"Walking is a great way to get to know a city, as the new ranking confirms\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-caption u-position-absolute\"><i id=\"article-caption-content\" class=\"c-article-caption__content\"><span class=\"c-article-caption__text\"><br \/>\n              Walking is a great way to get to know a city, as the new ranking confirms<br \/>\n                    <span class=\"u-color-white\">&#8211;\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"c-article-caption__copyright\">Copyright\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"c-article-caption__credit\">Dembee Tsogoo\/Unsplash<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-image-copyright c-article-image-copyright--novideo\">\n      Copyright\u00a0Dembee Tsogoo\/Unsplash\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"h-grid o-article-newsy__main__body u-article-content\">\n<div class=\"o-article-newsy__contributors-publication-date\">\n<div class=\"c-article-contributors\">\n  By&amp;nbspSaskia O&#8217;Donoghue\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-publication-date\" data-timestamp=\"1778843839\">\n         Published on<br \/>\n            <time datetime=\"2026-05-15 13:17:19 +02:00\">15\/05\/2026 &#8211; 13:17 GMT+2<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire u-align-items-center u-display-flex\"><span class=\"c-article-partage-commentaire__links u-align-items-center u-display-flex u-justify-content-center 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loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"c-article-summary\">\n        Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.<br \/>\n    <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-article-content c-article-content--travel js-article-content\">\n<p>Europe remains the world\u2019s top destination for exploring on foot, taking all 10 spots in a new ranking of the best walking cities for 2026. <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-mobile-only\">\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>From Rome and Madrid to Prague and Lisbon, the list \u2013 based on hundreds of thousands of traveller reviews \u2013 shows visits to European cities with excellent walkability are still leading the way, even as destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly rise in popularity.<\/p>\n<p>New research from walking tours company GuruWalk has revealed the 100 best walking cities worldwide, using real traveller data. Its list shows where tourists actually go, and how they rate their experience of walking a city with a local guide.<\/p>\n<p>The third annual Best 100 Walking Cities list drew on data from real activity on its platforms over the twelve months up to April this year, looking at more than 467,000 verified reviews from 3,600 tours across more than 800 cities worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>It decided on a final score by combining traveller volume, with a 65% rating and satisfaction rating with 35% and ranked the top 100. <\/p>\n<p>These are the top 10 most walkable cities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.662\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/808x535_cmsv2_3f966050-85aa-5324-b274-00923a85c67b-9759846.jpg\" alt=\"The Eternal city topped the ranking\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">The Eternal city topped the ranking<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Chris Czermak\/Unsplash<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Rome, Italy<\/h3>\n<p>Rome has been captivating visitors for nearly 2,800 years, thanks to its rich historical legacy. <\/p>\n<p>Walking through its cobblestone alleyways, must-sees include the ancient Colosseum, once home to sparring gladiators, the Pantheon and its unreinforced concrete dome, the largest in the world and, of course, Vatican City. <\/p>\n<h3>Madrid, Spain<\/h3>\n<p>While Spain\u2019s capital is less visited than Barcelona, it\u2019s very much worth a visit &#8211; especially if you explore it on foot. <\/p>\n<p>Retiro Park offers some 125 hectares of historic parks and gardens, while the Gran V\u00eda avenue is bustling and lively. Don\u2019t miss a visit to the iconic Prado Museum, home to one of the most important collections of European painting.<\/p>\n<h3>Budapest, Hungary<\/h3>\n<p>The \u201cPearl of the Danube\u201d dates back to the Roman Empire and is still drawing countless tourists \u2013 8 million visited in 2025. <\/p>\n<p>Budapest offers countless historical spots, best seen on foot, including its striking parliament and the Fisherman\u2019s Bastion with its seven towers. <\/p>\n<p>No visit to the city is complete without a visit to one of its thermal baths \u2013 the Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths are a particular favourite.<\/p>\n<h3>Prague, Czechia<\/h3>\n<p>The Czech capital is perhaps most famous for its Astronomical Clock, which has kept time since 1410, but there\u2019s so much more to see.<\/p>\n<p>Take in the rest of the Old Town Square when you\u2019ve seen the clock, before heading to St. Vitus Cathedral and the Charles Bridge, iconic for its Gothic statues watching over the pretty Vltava River.<\/p>\n<h3>Lisbon, Portugal<\/h3>\n<p>Despite its hills, Lisbon is still ideal for those who like to explore a city on foot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.75\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/808x608_cmsv2_cb8388a0-5ec9-5bce-a489-9fbf90002bc1-9759846.jpg\" alt=\"Lisbon's Alfama neighbourhood is one of its most popular - and most walkable\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">Lisbon&#8217;s Alfama neighbourhood is one of its most popular &#8211; and most walkable<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Liam McKay\/Unsplash<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Walk the centuries-old streets of Alfama, lined with shops selling traditional crafts and cafes, before visiting the history-lover&#8217;s dreams of Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery and S\u00e3o Jorge Castle. <\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re too busy enjoying the local cuisine to do much sightseeing, nearly every street boasts traditional Portuguese tiles, which are well worth seeing. <\/p>\n<h3>Amsterdam, Netherlands<\/h3>\n<p>Amsterdam may be known for its bikes and canals, but it\u2019s also one of Europe\u2019s best cities to explore on foot.<\/p>\n<p>Wander along the UNESCO-listed waterways, crossing some of the city\u2019s almost 1,200 bridges as you move between independent caf\u00e9s, flower markets and world-famous museums, including the renowned Rijksmuseum<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to visit the Jordaan district, packed with narrow streets, waterside bars and boutique shops.<\/p>\n<h3>Porto, Portugal<\/h3>\n<p>Set along the Douro River, Porto is one of Portugal\u2019s most picturesque cities, with colourful houses flanking the waterfront.<\/p>\n<p>Walking through the steep streets of the Ribeira district reveals tiled churches, family-run wine bars and historic buildings, while crossing the Gothic Dom Lu\u00eds I Bridge offers some of the best views in the city. <\/p>\n<h3>Barcelona, Spain<\/h3>\n<p>Barcelona combines beaches, historic streets and some of Europe\u2019s most famous architecture, making it ideal for exploring on foot.<\/p>\n<p>The recently finished Sagrada Fam\u00edlia remains the city\u2019s most famous landmark, while Park G\u00fcell and the Gothic Quarter are must-sees. A stroll down Las Ramblas is also a must, especially for first-time visitors.<\/p>\n<h3>London, United Kingdom<\/h3>\n<p>London\u2019s history stretches back nearly 2,000 years and, luckily, many of its best-known landmarks are within walking distance of each other.<\/p>\n<p>Take in Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace before heading along the Thames towards Borough Market or Tower Bridge. Neighbourhoods like Soho, Camden and Notting Hill each offer a completely different side of the capital.<\/p>\n<h3>Berlin, Germany<\/h3>\n<p>Berlin blends its complex history with a modern creative scene that\u2019s best explored on foot.<\/p>\n<p>Walk between major landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag and remnants of the Berlin Wall, before exploring the galleries, caf\u00e9s and street art that now define districts like Kreuzberg-Friedrichshain. <\/p>\n<p>The city\u2019s parks, like Tiergarten, and museums, including Neues Museum, also make it easy to spend hours wandering.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6665\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/808x539_cmsv2_e0e5968d-2503-5ef5-8b0a-c440d8c2cc62-9759846.jpg\" alt=\"Berlin cracked the top ten of the most walkable cities\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">Berlin cracked the top ten of the most walkable cities<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Florian Wehde\/UnSplash<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Where else globally has excellent walkability?<\/h3>\n<p>Asia has shot up the ranking like never before. <\/p>\n<p>Japan has done especially well, with Tokyo leaping 16 positions to 20th place, while Kyoto is ranked 35th and Hiroshima, a new entry, is in 81st. <\/p>\n<p>Elsewhere on the continent, Ho Chi Minh City climbed 22 spots to 38th, and Hanoi, a new entry for this year, is in 35th. <\/p>\n<p>In Latin America, Santiago de Chile shot up 23 places to 25th, and Mexico City 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data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Top under-the-radar destinations in Europe to visit this summer<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"articleBody\" data-key=\"articleBody\">Europe remains the world\u2019s top destination for exploring on foot, taking all 10 spots in a new ranking of the best walking cities for 2026.\u00a0From Rome and Madrid to Prague and Lisbon, the list \u2013 based on hundreds of thousands of traveller reviews \u2013 shows visits to European cities with excellent walkability are still leading the way, even as destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly rise in popularity.New research from walking tours company GuruWalk has revealed the 100 best walking cities worldwide, using real traveller data. Its list shows where tourists actually go, and how they rate their experience of walking a city with a local guide.The third annual Best 100 Walking Cities list drew on data from real activity on its platforms over the twelve months up to April this year, looking at more than 467,000 verified reviews from 3,600 tours across more than 800 cities worldwide.It decided on a final score by combining traveller volume, with a 65% rating and satisfaction rating with 35% and ranked the top 100.\u00a0These are the top 10 most walkable cities.Rome, Italy\u00a0Rome has been captivating visitors for nearly 2,800 years, thanks to its rich historical legacy.\u00a0Walking through its cobblestone alleyways, must-sees include the ancient Colosseum, once home to sparring gladiators, the Pantheon and its unreinforced concrete dome, the largest in the world and, of course, Vatican City.\u00a0Madrid, Spain\u00a0While Spain\u2019s capital is less visited than Barcelona, it\u2019s very much worth a visit &#8211; especially if you explore it on foot.\u00a0Retiro Park offers some 125 hectares of historic parks and gardens, while the Gran V\u00eda avenue is bustling and lively. Don\u2019t miss a visit to the iconic Prado Museum, home to one of the most important collections of European painting.Budapest, HungaryThe \u201cPearl of the Danube\u201d dates back to the Roman Empire and is still drawing countless tourists \u2013 8 million visited in 2025.\u00a0Budapest offers countless historical spots, best seen on foot, including its striking parliament and the Fisherman\u2019s Bastion with its seven towers.\u00a0No visit to the city is complete without a visit to one of its thermal baths \u2013 the Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths are a particular favourite.Prague, Czechia\u00a0The Czech capital is perhaps most famous for its Astronomical Clock, which has kept time since 1410, but there\u2019s so much more to see.Take in the rest of the Old Town Square when you\u2019ve seen the clock, before heading to St. Vitus Cathedral and the Charles Bridge, iconic for its Gothic statues watching over the pretty Vltava River.Lisbon, PortugalDespite its hills, Lisbon is still ideal for those who like to explore a city on foot.Walk the centuries-old streets of Alfama, lined with shops selling traditional crafts and cafes, before visiting the history-lover&#8217;s dreams of Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery and S\u00e3o Jorge Castle.\u00a0Even if you\u2019re too busy enjoying the local cuisine to do much sightseeing, nearly every street boasts traditional Portuguese tiles, which are well worth seeing.\u00a0Amsterdam, NetherlandsAmsterdam may be known for its bikes and canals, but it\u2019s also one of Europe\u2019s best cities to explore on foot.Wander along the UNESCO-listed waterways, crossing some of the city\u2019s almost 1,200 bridges as you move between independent caf\u00e9s, flower markets and world-famous museums, including the renowned RijksmuseumBe sure to visit the Jordaan district, packed with narrow streets, waterside bars and boutique shops.Porto, PortugalSet along the Douro River, Porto is one of Portugal\u2019s most picturesque cities, with colourful houses flanking the waterfront.Walking through the steep streets of the Ribeira district reveals tiled churches, family-run wine bars and historic buildings, while crossing the Gothic Dom Lu\u00eds I Bridge offers some of the best views in the city.\u00a0Barcelona, SpainBarcelona combines beaches, historic streets and some of Europe\u2019s most famous architecture, making it ideal for exploring on foot.The recently finished Sagrada Fam\u00edlia remains the city\u2019s most famous landmark, while Park G\u00fcell and the Gothic Quarter are must-sees. A stroll down Las Ramblas is also a must, especially for first-time visitors.London, United KingdomLondon\u2019s history stretches back nearly 2,000 years and, luckily, many of its best-known landmarks are within walking distance of each other.Take in Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace before heading along the Thames towards Borough Market or Tower Bridge. Neighbourhoods like Soho, Camden and Notting Hill each offer a completely different side of the capital.Berlin, GermanyBerlin blends its complex history with a modern creative scene that\u2019s best explored on foot.Walk between major landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag and remnants of the Berlin Wall, before exploring the galleries, caf\u00e9s and street art that now define districts like Kreuzberg-Friedrichshain.\u00a0The city\u2019s parks, like Tiergarten, and museums, including Neues Museum, also make it easy to spend hours wandering.Where else globally has excellent walkability?\u00a0Asia has shot up the ranking like never before.\u00a0Japan has done especially well, with Tokyo leaping 16 positions to 20th place, while Kyoto is ranked 35th and Hiroshima, a new entry, is in 81st.\u00a0Elsewhere on the continent, Ho Chi Minh City climbed 22 spots to 38th, and Hanoi, a new entry for this year, is in 35th.\u00a0In Latin America, Santiago de Chile shot up 23 places to 25th, and Mexico City reached its best-ever position, at 33rd.\u00a0Ever-popular New York City showed itself to be an unstoppable force, having risen a cumulative 30 positions from 53rd in 2024 to 23rd this year.\u00a0Interestingly, despite Europe\u2019s overall success, it\u2019s a top tourist destination on the continent which has experienced the biggest drop.Venice, plagued by overtourism, fell 76 places from 15th to 91st \u2013 something that should please the disgruntled locals.\u00a0<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/2026\/05\/15\/europe-dominates-new-ranking-of-the-worlds-best-walking-cities-for-2026&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/75\/98\/46\/1200x675_cmsv2_6e839917-4d90-5b58-a4a4-c2adaa5f1477-9759846.jpg&#8221;] Earth News Shrinking Caspian Sea is reshaping coastlines and ecosystems Culture news Sphere vision: The world&#8217;s most futuristic venue set for Abu Dhabi Destinations Why brutalist architecture is the next big travel trend Maldives Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy Earth News Shrinking Caspian Sea is reshaping coastlines and ecosystems [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[90],"tags":[226,36],"class_list":["post-1937112","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-international","tag-crawlmanager","tag-euronews-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1937112","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1937112"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1937112\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1937112"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1937112"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1937112"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}