Canada: coastal city walks
Many Canadian coastal cities present the water as a natural guide. Walkways hug inlets and harbors, and transit lines meet them at several points, making flexible loops easy to design. The result is a day that is readable at a glance: start, midpoint, and return all follow the shoreline.
Linking transit and viewpoints
Start with a station near the water, walk toward a viewpoint, and end at a ferry or bus stop that returns you to the start. Along the way, markets offer simple places to pause. Because the route is linear, it helps to mark three markers on the map—start, midpoint, and end—so it always feels clear where you are.
Slopes and small detours
Coastal neighborhoods often climb gently from the water. A short detour up a slope rewards you with a different angle on the harbor. Keep these ascents short and rejoin the main walkway soon after. The pattern—shore path, detour, return—adds variety without adding complexity.
Weather windows and buffers
Harbor areas can feel windier and cooler. Bring a light layer and add small buffers to your plan for brief indoor stops if needed. These pauses keep the loop comfortable while you watch for clear breaks in the clouds to enjoy viewpoints at their best.