This is one thing that Google Maps now solves very well, by highlighting popular areas in pale orange. While I prefer Apple Maps for walking and public transit

This is one thing that Google Maps now solves very well, by highlighting popular areas in pale orange. While I prefer Apple Maps for walking and public transit directions, I must say I love Google Maps for providing the data to achieve strategic serendipity. Thirty minute walk back to the hotel? Let's detour down this parallel road, it looks like there's a lot going on there!