I’ve walked that path a few times and I’ve always walked down Pratt until I hit Charles and then take that straight north. Never done it late at night, but it’s usually got a bit more foot traffic (and car traffic) than the streets running parallel.

It’s basically fine along there as long as you’re practicing normal city street smarts. Maybe wouldn’t do it late at night if you’re a small woman by yourself. I’d personally cut down to Pratt to walk that route, but that’s mostly because I like any excuse to walk by the water!