11 Cities With The Most Beautiful Commutes

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1. Seattle, Washington

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Bainbridge Island Ferry is a breathtaking 35-minute ride across the Puget Sound.

2. Madison, Wisconsin

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This picturesque college town has an equal balance of cultural and historical attractions. Enjoy the view while you drive past numerous restaurants, pubs, cafés, and bookstores.

3. San Francisco, California

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The iconic Golden Gate Bridge connects Marin to San Francisco. San Francisco has the second-worst traffic congestion in the U.S., but at least this portion of your drive will give you beautiful views of the city and Alcatraz through columns of international orange.

4. Santa Barbara, California

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From Mugu Rock to the Ventura Freeway, driving down Highway 101 through Santa Barbara offers scenic ocean views and dramatic sunrises.

5. Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Noted as one of the best biking cities in the country, Minneapolis has mile-long paths that wrap around lakes and offer stunning views of the city.

6. Anchorage, Alaska

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Winding along the coast of Alaska for 11 miles, the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is one of the most beautiful costal trails in the nation. There's no better way to start your morning than biking into the open skies of downtown Anchorage.

7. Chicago, Illinois

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If you’re crossing the Wells Street Bridge on your morning commute, you’ll get the chance to admire the architecture of the city skyscrapers. Along with this view comes the views from above, looking down at the flowing Chicago River.

8. New York, New York

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This concrete jungle offers quite a view no matter which direction you're commuting from.

9. Tucson, Arizona

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You can ride along Rillito River on "the Loop" or past Santa Cruz River Park and Pantano River Park. The Loop in Tucson allows you to get both a scenic commute and great exercise in one commute.

10. Portland, Oregon

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Interstate 5 divides Portland between east and west. While you’re stuck in morning traffic, glance over to either side, and enjoy the sunrise over this metropolis.

11. Boulder, Colorado

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The iconic mountains surrounding Boulder give you chills. While you're biking or walking in the morning, the stunning skyline of the Flatirons give you peace of mind.

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