Why go
The city makes more sense when travel mode follows the geography. The subway is usually the cleanest way to cross long north–south or east–west stretches, while streetcars reveal surface neighbourhoods but share busy roads. A car can help beyond the central grid, yet downtown parking and congestion can erase the time it appears to save. Build the day around one corridor instead of zigzagging between distant stops.
Useful to know
- Use the subway for long cross-city moves, then walk the final neighbourhood segment.
- Choose streetcars when the route itself is part of the visit and you can absorb slower traffic.
- Check current service alerts, fare rules and parking conditions before committing to a timed connection.