A new public square on Belle Isle could make the spacious island feel more walkable. Why it matters: The 1.5-square-mile park ...

Leaders at Belle Isle are hoping to create a new public commons area aimed at making the park more accessible and connected for the more than 5 million annual visitors.

From there, you can walk to Belle Isle via the suspension bridge beneath the highway. GRTC route 5 and the Pulse bus routes both have stops approximately a mile from the pedestrian bridge ...