By Priyanka Roshan | Sept 30, 2025
Exploring a city on foot lets you soak in its culture, streets, and vibe—but some destinations make walking safer and easier. Compare the Market analyzed 90 cities worldwide, revealing the top safest cities for pedestrians.
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Dubai tops the list with a safety score of 83.89, offering secure streets, pedestrian-friendly areas, and well-maintained public spaces throughout the city.
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Croatia’s Zagreb ranks second with a score of 78.51, featuring charming pedestrian zones perfect for relaxed strolls and exploring local life.
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Canada’s Quebec City scores 77.58, renowned for cobblestone streets, scenic boardwalks, and safe walking routes for locals and visitors alike.
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Singapore leads Asia with a safety score of 77.36, combining excellent pedestrian infrastructure with high overall safety and reliable public transport.
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Zurich, Switzerland scores 76.88, offering easy navigation on foot, secure streets, and a well-designed cityscape ideal for exploring by walking.
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Poland’s Krakow scores 75.43, with numerous pedestrian-friendly zones, historical streets, and safe routes that appeal to both tourists and residents.
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Prague earns seventh place with a score of 75.39, featuring beautiful architecture, pedestrian streets, and safe pathways for walking around the city center.
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Seoul ranks eighth with 75.33, balancing a bustling city vibe with safe crosswalks, pedestrian-friendly streets, and easy walking plus public transit options.
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Tokyo surprises with a score of 75.29, offering megacity safety, pedestrian-first streets, and efficient transport, making it easy to explore on foot.
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Warsaw closes the top ten with 74.65, boasting historic streets, pedestrian-friendly areas, and safe walking routes for tourists discovering Poland’s capital.
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