Florida is often celebrated for its sunny beaches, palm-lined boardwalks, and culture, but it’s also home to cities that are surprisingly easy to explore without a car.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or considering a move, these walkable destinations make it easy to ditch the car and soak in the local charm on foot.
Here are 10 of the most walkable cities in Florida where you won’t need four wheels to get around.
1. Miami
Miami ranks as Florida’s most walkable big city, especially in neighborhoods like Downtown, Brickell, and Wynwood.
With a Walk Score of 77, it’s packed with coffee shops, bars, restaurants, art galleries, and nightlife that are all close together.
Public transportation, such as the Metrorail and the free Metromover, makes it even easier to get around without driving.
If you’re staying in Brickell, you can live, eat, work, and play all within a few blocks.
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2. St. Augustine
America’s oldest city is also one of its most pedestrian-friendly. St. George Street, the city’s car-free central avenue, is full of colonial architecture, cafes, boutiques, and historic landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos.
You can explore the entire historic district easily on foot.
Whether you’re wandering through cobblestone streets or visiting ghost tours and art galleries, walking is the best way to experience the charm of St. Augustine.
3. Miami Beach
Just across the bridge from the mainland, Miami Beach (especially the South Beach area) is a dream for pedestrians.
The iconic Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue, and Lincoln Road are all filled with shopping, food, and entertainment, and they’re all completely walkable.
Plus, the beach is always just steps away. Many hotels and vacation rentals include bike rentals or access to trolleys for longer trips.
4. Coral Gables
Known as “The City Beautiful,” Coral Gables was master-planned with walkability in mind.
The downtown area near Miracle Mile is filled with palm-shaded sidewalks, Mediterranean Revival architecture, and upscale shopping and dining.
You can easily walk from your hotel to sidewalk cafes, museums, and even the Venetian Pool, one of the most unique public swimming pools in the country.
5. Fort Lauderdale
Over the last decade, Fort Lauderdale has become one of Florida’s most walkable coastal cities.
The Las Olas Boulevard area offers a stylish mix of restaurants, boutiques, and nightlife just blocks from the beach.
You can walk the scenic Riverwalk along the New River, visit museums, or hop on a water taxi.
While Fort Lauderdale isn’t walkable everywhere, the downtown core is growing fast—and on foot.
6. Hialeah
Hialeah is one of Florida’s most densely populated cities, and much of it is very walkable—especially near Westland Mall, Amelia Earhart Park, and Palm Avenue.
Many residents can walk to bakeries, grocery stores, and parks without needing to drive.
While it doesn’t have the glitz of Miami Beach, it offers authentic culture and walkable neighborhoods that cater to everyday needs.
7. Winter Park
Just north of Orlando, Winter Park feels like a small European village—with wide sidewalks, brick-lined streets, and a pedestrian-friendly downtown.
Park Avenue is the star attraction, packed with shops, outdoor cafes, and museums.
You can walk to Rollins College, take a boat tour of the chain of lakes, or spend the day exploring the farmers market and art festivals.
It’s an oasis of walkability in Central Florida.
8. Sunny Isles Beach
Nestled between Bal Harbour and Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach is a luxury-friendly beach town that’s also extremely pedestrian-friendly.
The main stretch along Collins Avenue is walkable and full of beachfront hotels, parks, and restaurants.
There’s a scenic pedestrian trail along the ocean, and it’s easy to spend an entire day on foot exploring cafes, public beach access points, and local markets.
9. West Palm Beach
Downtown West Palm Beach has transformed into a thriving, walkable hub—especially around Clematis Street and The Square (formerly Rosemary Square).
You can walk from the waterfront to local restaurants, breweries, and cultural attractions like the Norton Museum of Art.
Plus, the Brightline train station is right downtown, making it easy to travel to Miami or Fort Lauderdale without a car.
10. Key West
Key West is renowned for its compact, walkable layout, earning it a Walk Score of 63.
Duval Street and Mallory Square are popular pedestrian areas filled with shops, bars, and historic sites.
The island’s size and design make it easy to explore on foot. When I was in Key West, I parked at the Butterfly Conservatory and was able to walk from the Southernmost Point Buoy to Mallory Square on the other end!
Final Thoughts
Florida might be known for its sprawling suburbs and car culture, but these 10 cities break the mold.
Whether you’re walking historic streets in St. Augustine, enjoying beach breezes in Miami Beach, or sipping coffee on a quiet morning in Winter Park, these cities are meant for walking.
If you’re looking for a vacation spot—or even a new place to live—that doesn’t require renting or owning a car, these cities make it easy to leave the keys behind and just start walking.
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