Urban Footprints City Walks 

Mapped by TravelKiwis

Self-guided city walks designed for curious travellers who prefer stories, hidden corners, and walking at their own pace.

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Every Urban Footprints walk is designed to reveal the city beyond the obvious.

There’s a special kind of magic in wandering through a city on foot — the kind that can’t be found in a tour bus window or rushed itinerary. At Urban Footprints, we believe the best way to truly know a city is to walk it.

With our self-guided city walks, you can explore over 80 of Europe’s most captivating cities at your own pace. Our walking tours are the best city guides to use.

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Imagine arriving in a new city and knowing exactly where to wander. 

You may have already viewed a walking video of a virtual walk or a virtual tour, but now you can use one of Urban Footprints tours.

With a guide that includes a map, photos, and descriptions of iconic landmarks and hidden gems, it reveals the heart and soul of every city.

Our city walking guides are designed for curious travellers who prefer to explore at their own pace — whether you’re a weekend wanderer, a seasoned traveller, or someone who just loves to get lost with purpose.

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Walks of Europe

We are Terry and Maura (aka TravelKiwis), creators of Urban Footprints City Walks, offering you over 80 walks in Europe. 

When we left behind our life in Wellington, New Zealand, in 2016, we discovered our love of exploring a city on foot by combining full-time slow travel road trips with house sitting

That’s why we created our walks, giving you an authentic experience of the culture and history of a city.

Grab your Walk today.

What Is a City Walk?

city walk is more than just a route — it’s reveals a different layer of the city’s character: its architecture, its people, its hidden gems, and its quiet corners.

When you download one of our Urban Footprints City Walks, you get:

  • 🗺️ A detailed LIVE self-guided route – easy to follow on your phone or print out.
  • 📍 Insider stops and local tips – from landmarks and markets to secret gardens and cafés.
  • 📸 Photography prompts – perfect spots to capture those memory-making moments.
  • 🕰️ Flexible timing – wander at your own pace, pause for a pastry, or detour when something catches your eye.

Every walk is carefully curated to give you a genuine feel for the place — whether you’re in Paris, LisbonBerlin, or Prague.

How It Works

  1. Choose your city – From Barcelona to Budapest, Venice to Vienna, we’re adding new walks across Europe every month.
  2. Download your walk – Instantly get your self-guided route, complete with maps, insider notes, and local secrets.
  3. Start walking – Lace up your shoes, grab your camera, and let the city unfold before you.

That’s it. No complicated apps, no internet connection needed once downloaded — just you, your curiosity, and a city waiting to be explored.

Why Choose an Urban Footprints City Walk?

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When you arrive in iconic cities like Paris, Rome, or London, navigating from one landmark to another can be daunting.

If you love to plan your itinerary when visiting Europe, a self-guided city walk will give you more confidence (and time) to explore.

And without the confusion about which museums, architectural gems, monuments, or local eateries to visit, our walks can help you make the most of your time.

👉 [Choose what to see in Europe]

Let us guide you through the charming streets and iconic landmarks, ensuring you make the most of your visit.

We have the favourites like LondonParis, Rome, and Budapest; they are must-see destinations for a good reason. 

Which is why we have bundled together the popular city walks of Europe.

You can choose from:

  • Paris
  • London
  • Rome
  • Barcelona, and many more.

We have designed our walks for those:

  • visiting a city for the first time or
  • returning to see more places of interest.

Each walk is an easy-to-follow guide providing:

  • Google Maps to the best locations 
  • A photo of the location 
  • Comprehensive information on each location.

Our walks are meticulously crafted to save you time and effort, eliminating the need for extensive research and planning.

A Hassle-Free Travel Experience

One of the joys of travel is wandering a city freely — stopping for a photo, a pastry, or a peek into a local shop.

With our guides, you can do just that.

You’ll find it easy to navigate the city on foot while appreciating the atmosphere, architecture, and authentic moments that make travel so rewarding.

Each route has been created to help you:

  • Discover unforgettable places of interest
  • Avoid the stress of planning or missing out
  • Experience a city the way locals do — on foot

Whether you’re spending a day in Prague, a weekend in Lisbon, or a week exploring London’s neighbourhoods, our walks turn sightseeing into a story worth telling.

Now it’s time to choose which walk will inspire your next adventure.

Start Your Next Walk

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Walk Madrid city

Where will your next footsteps take you?

Browse our growing collection of European city walks and find your perfect match:

  • 🏛️ Rome – Ancient stones and gelato stops
  • 🎨 Paris – Hidden corners and café culture
  • 🌉 Lisbon – Hilltop views and tiled charm
  • 🌿 Berlin – History, street art, and green escapes
  • 🕍 Prague – Cobblestones, castles, and quiet courtyards

👉 View All City Walks and start exploring today.

Because the best souvenirs aren’t things you buy — they’re the moments you find along the way.

Where Will Your Footprints Take You?

Whether you’re strolling through Parisian backstreets, climbing Lisbon’s hills, wandering Berlin’s neighbourhoods, or exploring Prague’s cobbled lanes, Urban Footprints City Walks help you experience Europe one city at a time.

Browse our collection and choose the walk that fits your plans and your curiosity. Because the best souvenirs aren’t things you buy — they’re the moments you discover along the way.

Urban Footprints City Walks continue to evolve as we travel, learn, and explore. Each new walk builds on experience, feedback, and a shared love of walking cities slowly and thoughtfully.

Urban Footprints – Where every city tells a story, one walk at a time.

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