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Atlas Obscura Travel Guide

Atlas Obscura Travel Guide

Discover hidden wonders

9.7K ratings
218 reviews
#155 in free Navigation
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 29, 2021
  • August 18, 2026

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Developer

Atlas Obscura, Inc
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About

Discover unique and hidden places around the world, contributed by a global community of explorers. Plan your trips, track your adventures, and learn the fascinating stories behind each location.

✓Interactive map of unique places
✓Detailed information and photos
✓Community-contributed content
✓Custom trip planning and bucket lists
✓Track visited locations
✓Browse by interest categories
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Atlas Obscura Travel Guide. Based on 9.7K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Navigation app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great for travel and discovering unique places
  • 👍Helpful for finding interesting local spots
  • 📍Useful map and location features
  • 🗺️Comprehensive database of obscure destinations
  • 💡Innovative concept for exploring the world

Negative things

  • 🐛Buggy and glitchy app performance
  • ⏱️Slow loading times and crashes
  • 🔋High battery consumption
  • 🤔Unintuitive and difficult to navigate
  • 📍Inaccurate location tracking and marking
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What's New in Atlas Obscura Travel Guide

1.19.0

August 18, 2026

- Bug fixes and performance improvements

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User reviews

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W app

Theres nothing wrong with this website except i cant seem to find the “add place” button
McjExplorerMcjExplorer

Amazing app!!

Amazing app
Tomy3033Tomy3033

Want to see the world but can’t afford the cost?

Atlas Obscura is a wonderful quick trip away from anything that may be bothering you. While waiting for the dentist or other appointments, let your mind wander. I wish my phone app had a feature that could let me search for a location I once visited and if AO had been there, I could see it once again.
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LbryctLbryct

Issue

This is a high-quality site but it’s not allowing me to login with my credentials so I’m frustrated
Joe FriscoJoe Frisco

Great for adventurers

I’ve always wanted an app like this
mr wattzmr wattz
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Login button not functioning

Bug

Inability to allow location access

Bug

Inconsistent display of visited/want to go places

Bug

Map pins difficult to accurately select

Bug

App forgetting previously visited locations

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Requested Features

5 requests

Option to use Apple Maps instead of Google Maps

Feature

Better syncing between app and website accounts

Feature

Improved search and filtering capabilities

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iPad-optimized version of the app

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Ability to add custom locations and submit new places

Feature

FAQ

What does the Atlas Obscura Travel Guide app do?

This app helps you discover unique and hidden places around the world, contributed by a global community of explorers. You can explore these places on an interactive map, get detailed information and photos, and plan your adventures.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include an interactive map of the entire Atlas Obscura database, detailed information and photos for each place, the ability to create custom lists for itineraries or bucket lists, and a 'Been There' feature to track your explorations.

Is the Atlas Obscura Travel Guide app free to use?

The app is free to download and use. However, it does contain advertisements.

What kind of places can I find with this app?

You can find a wide variety of unique and off-the-beaten-path places, ranging from historical sites and architectural marvels to natural wonders and unusual attractions. The content is curated and contributed by a global community of explorers.

Can I use this app to plan my trips?

Yes, the app allows you to plan your trips by creating custom lists to organize your itinerary or bucket list. You can also use the 'Been There' feature to track your progress as you explore the world.