Pleasing Car-Free Cities in the World

Suhaani Gupta
Sep 24, 2024

Mackinac Island, Michigan, USA

Accessible only by ferry, this island prohibits cars, offers only carriages, bicycles, and walking as transportation.

Giethoorn, Netherlands

Known as the "Venice of the Netherlands" Giethoorn has no roads or cars; travel is done by bike or boat.

Sark, Channel Islands

The smallest of the Channel Islands, Sark has no cars, with only bicycles, horse-drawn carriages, and tractors allowed.

Hydra, Greece

Cars and motorcycles are banned in this Greek island, where visitors navigate the streets on foot or by donkey

Venice, Italy

Known for its canals and bridges, Venice is vehicle free and is Europe’s largest pedestrian area, attracting millions of tourists annually.

Lamu, Kenya

Lamu features narrow streets where donkeys and dhows replace cars for transportation it has banned cars.

Fes el-Bali, Morocco

This medieval city boasts narrow alleys and historic architecture, making it one of the largest car-free areas globally.

Ghent, Belgium

Ghent encourages walking and cycling, showcasing beautiful architecture and a lively cultural scene. It is car free since 2017

Yelapa, Mexico

This seaside village has no cars; most people get here by boat, which helps to preserve its peaceful ambiance and natural beauty.

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