[Graphic News] Seoul tops global ranking of most walkable cities
Seoul has been named the world's most walkable city for 2026 by British magazine Time Out, according to a survey of approximately 24,000 residents across major cities globally. The assessment considered factors like nightlife, street food, dating opportunities, public transportation, and pedestrian accessibility. Seoul received high marks for its compact urban layout, allowing easy access to popular areas like Myeong-dong, Insa-dong, and Bukchon Hanok Village. The city's pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, including the restored Cheonggyecheon stream, wide sidewalks, efficient crosswalks, and
Seoul has been named the world’s most walkable city for 2026, surpassing major tourist destinations such as New York City and Edinburgh.
British travel and culture magazine Time Out released the ranking based on a survey of about 24,000 residents across major cities worldwide. The survey assessed various aspects of urban life, including nightlife, street food, dating, public transportation and pedestrian accessibility.
Seoul earned high scores for its compact urban structure, which allows visitors to explore key attractions such as Myeong-dong, Insa-dong and Bukchon Hanok Village on foot.
The city’s pedestrian-friendly infrastructure also contributed to the ranking. The restoration of Cheonggyecheon, along with wide sidewalks, efficient crosswalk systems and clear signage, was cited as a key factor.
Seoul also ranked ninth on Time Out’s broader list of the world’s best cities, entering the global top 10 for the first time.
Seoul has been named the world's most walkable city for 2026 by British magazine Time Out, according to a survey of approximately 24,000 residents across major cities globally. The assessment considered factors like nightlife, street food, dating opportunities, public transportation, and pedestrian accessibility. Seoul received high marks for its compact urban layout, allowing easy access to popular areas like Myeong-dong, Insa-dong, and Bukchon Hanok Village. The city's pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, including the restored Cheonggyecheon stream, wide sidewalks, efficient crosswalks, and
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