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The 30 most walkable cities can give some ideas about promoting walkability in your own city.
How they developed the list:
- “…tapped into city walkability scores from sources like Tourlane and WalkScore, then mapped out distances between the top tourist attractions.”
- “…analyzed IQAir data and safety indexes from Numbeo.”
Via an AI-assisted search, other considerations the researchers might have considered or are recommended they consider:
- Infrastructure and accessibility
- Connectivity and network
- Safety and security
- Comfort and enjoyment
- Land use and mixed-use development
- Policy and planning
- Health and well-being
- Economic vitality
Some specific ideas from some of the cities on the list:
- Florence, Italy: “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.”
- Riga, Latvia: “Its most popular attractions—the Riga Cathedral, Riga Central Market, the House of Black Heads, Bastejkalna Park and Vērmanes Garden—are all within 1.5 miles of each other.”
- Hamburg, Germany: “The city’s efficient public transport and scenic sites contribute to its high walkability.”
- Porto, Portugal: “The city’s clean streets and well-maintained parks enhance its walkability.”
An AI-assisted search of walkability sites and articles yielded these tips:
- Get educated and stay informed
- Engage with local government
- Mobilize community support
- Raise public awareness
- Conduct walk audits
- Advocate for specific infrastructure improvements
- Encourage policy changes
- Engage with urban planning professionals
- Encourage local businesses to support walkability
- Take small steps for local improvements
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