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Accessibility is an issue that is still rife across most urban landscapes. But did you know that there are many cities across the globe that have spent much time and money investing in making their attractions more wheelchair-friendly?

If there's somewhere you've always wanted to go but that worries about accessibility have held you back from, then think again! Here is a list of the cities that offer the best options for those with mobility restrictions. Click on to discover them all.

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Stockholm (Sweden) - Stockholm has been investing in accessibility ever since it set itself the goal to become one of the most accessible cities in the world.

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Stockholm (Sweden) - This means it has wide, flat streets and pavements, and public transport that is highly adapted for this purpose.

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Vienna (Austria) - Fairly flat streets make Vienna a great destination for wheelchair users.

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Vienna (Austria) - Tourist attractions and businesses are generally well adapted in terms of accessibility.

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Berlin (Germany) - The German city is one of the best adapted urban centers for visitors with mobility issues. 

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Berlin (Germany) - As well as accessible streets and hotels, Berlin's public transport has also been well adapted.

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London (United Kingdom) - Disrespect to wheelchair users in London is a crime according to a law that was passed in the 1990s.

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London (United Kingdom) - And respect for wheelchair users is not on paper alone, but visible across the English capital's public transportation system. 

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Playa del Carmen (Mexico) - Playa del Carmen is popular with travelers from around the world, but it is also famous for is accessibility.

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Playa del Carmen (Mexico) - Hotels and even beaches have been adapted to be more accessible for visitors with disabilities. As it's a small city, getting around is usually quite simple too.

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Ljubljana (Slovenia) - Ljubljana's transport system is pretty good in terms of accessibility, and the Slovenian capital is also considered one of the most sustainable cities in the world.

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Ljubljana (Slovenia) - Elevators to help wheelchair users can be found around the city.

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Melbourne (Australia) - In Melbourne, public buildings generally have special entrance facilities for people with mobility difficulties.

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Melbourne (Australia) - The city has one of the most highly accessible public transport systems in the world, comprising trains, buses and trams.

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Manchester (England) - Manchester has undergone a huge renovation project, which has made the city flatter.

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Manchester (England) - Tourist attractions and hotels have been largely adapted to be wheelchair friendly.

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Barcelona (Spain) - Barcelona's good accessibility legacy has lasted ever since the city hosted the 1992 Olympic Games.

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Barcelona (Spain) - As well as flat streets and adapted public transport, tourist attractions are also fairly accessible for those with mobility restrictions.

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Las Vegas (United States) - Las Vegas draws crowds to its casinos and nightclubs, and wheelchair users certainly aren't left behind.

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Las Vegas (United States) - Access ramps are found in many hotels, theaters and casinos, and public transport also has adaptations to improve its accessibility.

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Singapore (Singapore) - Because it is so flat, Singapore is considered one of the most accessible cities on the planet.

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Singapore (Singapore) - But that's not all! Singapore's buildings, metro and parks are well served by elevators and special stairs.

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Seattle (United States) - In the center of Seattle, buildings, shopping malls and transport services are all well adapted in terms of accessibility.

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Seattle (United States) - Tourist sights such as the Seattle Space Museum, for example, boast great accessibility features.

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Sydney (Australia) - This Australian city also has great installations to improve accessibility on streets, in bars and in shops.

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Sydney (Australia) - Mobility is one of Sydney's strong points, with all transports, from taxis to the subway, providing accessibility options.

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Dublin (Ireland) - In Ireland, the city of Dublin is well adapted to those with mobility restrictions.

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Dublin (Ireland) - In particular, the city's street lights have been adapted to give people more time to cross the road.

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Montreal (Canada) - Montreal gives wheelchair users tons of options when it comes to getting around and doing fun activities.

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Apartments, public buildings, and tourist destinations such as museums, parks, and cathedrals all have good accessibility installations.

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