Esplanade often implies a leisurely atmosphere where relaxation and enjoyment are expected.

Leisure Context

Esplanades are usually in scenic areas, providing a pleasant view, often of the water.

Scenic Locations

An esplanade is a public space, freely accessible and often a gathering place for community events.

Public Space

Esplanades can be major tourist attractions, drawing visitors with their beauty and activities.

Tourist Attraction

Esplanades are informal venues, suitable for casual strolls, picnics, and gathering with friends.

Casual Use

Esplanades are especially popular in the evenings, as a place to walk and enjoy the cooler air.

Evening Walks

 I wrote a one-and-a-quarter-million dollar federal transportation grant to design the plan for a waterfront esplanade with dedicated on-street bike paths. Physical improvements help inform public policy regarding traffic safety, the placement of the waste and other facilities, which, if done properly, don't compromise a community's quality of life.