pedestrian friendly

Good for strolling

Pedestrian friendly describes streets, neighborhoods, or cities designed with walkers in mind—featuring wide sidewalks, safe crossings, limited traffic, and destinations within walking distance.

Copenhagen is one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in Europe.

The phrase often signals urban planning that prioritizes people over cars.

Related

car-free zones · crosswalks · transit-oriented development · street lighting · window shopping · café culture · street festivals · bike lanes · speed limits · local markets · traffic calming · rain gardens · cultural landmarks · community gardens · stress reduction · obesity prevention · outdoor seating · curb cuts

Opposites
urban design priority

pedestrian friendlycar-centric

Designed around automobiles

suburban sprawl

walkability/safety

pedestrian friendlyunwalkable

Cannot be traveled on foot

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G