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.
One of Italy ‘s prettiest holiday destinations, the Amalfi Coast is also one of Europe’s most walkable holiday hotspots, according to Riviera Travel
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’.
It might be best known for cycling but Amsterdam is also a fantastic destination to explore on two feet
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
Walking Dubrovnik’s historic walls is one of the city’s highlights but tourists will need to buy a ticket to do so
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
Tourists in Krakow can walk from Rynek Glowny, the city’s main square, to Wawel Royal Castle (pictured above) in just 15 minutes
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.
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