Top 5: European Cities for Walking Tours

Europe is a larger-than-life continent with some of the world´s most evocative history and deep-rooted legends. Taking a walking tour of a city is one of the best ways to see every angle of a city and learn about its history along the way. Although walking tours can be large and costly, most major European cities offer them for free if you know where to look. Read on for a list of Europe´s best cities for walking tours as a way to dig deep and see your destination from the eyes of a local.

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Amsterdam, the Netherlands

The city of canals has its own walking tour app: The Amsterdam Maps and Walks mobile app provides more than 15 unique walking tours that clue you into hidden spots of history and some of the lesser-known attractions throughout the city.

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Warsaw, Poland

World War II aficionados will find Poland´s capital to be ripe with fascinating walking tours, one of which focuses on the history of the Jewish population in Warsaw.

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Barcelona, Spain

Evidence of Ancient Roman rule is still present in the Mediterranean city where twice-daily free tours roam the streets of the Gothic Quarter and Old City (Ciutat Vella).

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Salzburg, Austria

The small size of this Austrian city at the foot of the Alps makes it perfect for travelers with limited mobility. Meander through the Old Town and board the funicular up to the fortress for captivating views.

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Munich, Germany

Smaller than other popular German cities, Munich is compact enough to see the important sites in just a few hours of strolling. Extend your tour with a visit to the Englischer Garten, a park larger than New York´s Central Park!