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What is the late night walk in Italy?

The name originates from the verb passeggiare, which means to walk. Sociologists label la passeggiata a cultural performance, and on Saturdays and Sundays entire families participate, this frequently being the main social event of the day. Afterwards, everyone heads home together for the evening meal.



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The streets of central Rome are safe and inviting for a walk at dusk, and there's no better way to feel the city's pulse. If you want to be elegant, join Rome's passeggiata in the area around the Spanish Steps, where chic people window-shop in front of upscale boutiques.

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Locations: Where to walk at night So if you're in a city, see if any local parks or green spaces are still open in the evening. If you're already in the countryside, head to a place away from any street lights. Consider reflective clothing as well to make you more visible and encourage safe walking.

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Florence, Italy. No list of walkable cities in Europe would be complete without mentioning Florence. When your feet hit the streets of Florence, the discoveries are endless. The top sites in Florence are all easily accessed on foot.

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