# Great Places 2 See: Tours — Audio tours that work offline > Automated GPS-triggered audio tours for exploring destinations offline. (iPhone/iPad app by Great Places 2 See with Audio Tours.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/great-places-2-see-tours/id1594915494 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Great Places 2 See with Audio Tours](https://appshunter.io/developer/1594915496) - Category: Travel, Navigation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.70/5 from 39 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 132 MB - Languages: American English, European Spanish - Released: 2021-11-13 - Data updated: 2026-06-09 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/great-places-2-see-tours/id1594915494/reviews.md ## What is Great Places 2 See? Great Places 2 See provides audio commentary automatically as you travel. We allow you to put the maps and brochures in the glovebox and your eyes back on the beautiful sites as you travel. Your smartphone will be your Tour Guide. It works similar to turn by turn navigation. We will make sure you know where all of the highlights are located. Our app also provides links to festivals and events on your road trip. You will enjoy audio commentary about the scenic views, local legends, historic sites, hiking trails, wildlife and highlights on your adventure. Commentary plays automatically as you travel. There is no required timeline. You can take as much time at each stop as you wish. Once you purchase the tour, there is no need for Wi Fi or a cell signal. The audio tour is downloaded onto your device. Visit our website www.greatplaces2see.com to hear sample commentary. OUR APP -Plays audio commentary automatically as you travel. Similar to how turn by turn navigation works. -Uses GPS technology, so no Wi-Fi, data, or cell signal is needed while driving. -Provides road maps, trail maps, highlights and travel tips to help you plan your adventure before you travel. -Allows you to listen to the commentary from home to help plan your trip -Provides info on gas stations close to you as you travel. -Provides technical assistance if you need it. TOURS INCLUDE Blue Ridge Parkway Natchez Trace Parkway Great Smoky Mountains (coming in Fall of 2022) Local tours of various historic counties/provinces PRICING Each tour is a one time purchase. No Time Limits No monthly subscription Use as many times as you wish NOTES We highly recommend turning the Auto-Lock setting (Sleep Mode) to "Never" while using the tour. We also recommend charging your device while traveling because GPS services increase battery usage. ## Key features - Automatic audio commentary playback - Offline functionality via GPS - Detailed road and trail maps - Information on local events and festivals - Travel tips and planning tools - No time limits on tours ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Natchez Trace Parkway Tour | $9.99 | one-time | | DeKalb County Historical Tour | Free | one-time | | St. Clair County Historical | $5.99 | one-time | | Etowah County Historical Tour | $5.99 | one-time | | Blue Ridge Parkway Tour | $9.99 | one-time | | Sites Near Oxford, AL | $1.99 | one-time | | Historical Sites In Calhoun Co | $4.99 | one-time | | Great Smoky Mountains Tour | $9.99 | one-time | | Little River Canyon | $4.99 | one-time | | Cades Cove Audio Tour | $9.99 | one-time | | The Badland Tour | $9.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 19) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/great-places-2-see-tours/id1594915494/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great app *2024-05-17, version 9.0.96* A very great app to learn the history of any place you want, very easy to navigate through, I learned a lot and it is very informative. Very good for people who want to know more about local places or if you are traveling. ### 5/5 — Great app *2024-05-17, version 9.0.96* Very nice and informative about the history around Alabama! Lots of places to explore with this app. Will definitely recommend to others! ### 5/5 — Great app *2024-05-17, version 9.0.96* This app explained in great detail the significance of the school softball field and on of the old head coach and his impact on the program ### 5/5 — Great App! *2023-12-11* The history app offers a captivating journey through time, providing well-researched content, interactive timelines, and engaging multimedia. Its user-friendly interface makes exploring historical events a seamless experience. However, occasional glitches hinder the overall usability. With regular updates, it has the potential to become an indispensable tool for history enthusiasts. ### 5/5 — VERY amazing *2023-12-11, version 9.0.36* this app is very useful and helps find very awesome places to explore keep up the great work🤑🤑🤑🤑thats for true ### 5/5 — Cool *2023-12-11, version 9.0.36* It’s cool ### 5/5 — AMAZING 🤩 *2023-12-11, version 9.0.36* This app is very useful, includes fun activities to do, different historical sites to listen about, good commentary, and I learned a lot, all from home. ### 5/5 — Adrianna *2023-12-11, version 9.0.36* This is a great app I would recommend it to many people . It’s great to have something to tell us about our community . I had no problems with it it works great 👍🏽 ### 5/5 — Great Experiences *2023-11-08, version 9.0.36* Great app to use while on vacation. I’ll use it again! ### 5/5 — Awesome *2023-11-07, version 9.0.36* Easy to use and works perfectly. Make sure your phone is not on auto lock! Provided a wonderful experience for my family. ## Frequently asked questions about Great Places 2 See ### What does Great Places 2 See do? This app provides automated audio commentary that plays as you travel to points of interest. It acts as your smartphone tour guide, offering insights into scenic views, local legends, historic sites, and more, all without requiring an internet connection once a tour is downloaded. ### How does the audio commentary work? The app uses GPS technology to detect your location and automatically plays relevant audio commentary as you approach specific sites. This functionality is similar to turn-by-turn navigation, allowing you to focus on the scenery. ### How much does it cost to use the app? The app itself is free to download. Each individual audio tour is a one-time purchase, with no monthly subscriptions or time limits. You can use purchased tours as many times as you wish. ### Does the app require an internet connection? No, once you purchase and download a tour, it works completely offline. This means you do not need Wi-Fi or a cell signal while traveling, making it ideal for areas with poor connectivity. ### What kind of tours are available? The app offers tours for popular scenic routes like the Blue Ridge Parkway and Natchez Trace Parkway, as well as local tours of historic counties/provinces. More tours, such as one for the Great Smoky Mountains, are planned for the future. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 9.0.478 — 2026-01-19 Explore Cades Cove and the Smokies like never before! New Tour Added: Discover the history and wildlife of Cades Cove with our new hands-free GPS audio tour. Enhanced Offline Maps: We’ve improved our offline GPS triggering to ensure your stories play perfectly even when cell service drops deep in the mountains. Performance Updates: Enjoy a smoother, faster experience when browsing our library of historic parkways and safety guides. Thank you for choosing Great Places 2 See for your journey! ### 9.0.460 — 2025-12-05 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.365 — 2025-06-07 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.331 — 2025-04-24 Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.275 — 2024-11-07 Minor Bug Fixes and Improvement ## Apps similar to Great Places 2 See | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Blue Ridge Parkway Audio Tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-ridge-parkway-audio-tour/id1621690149) | 4.4 (55) | Free | Travel | | [Blue Ridge Parkway Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-ridge-parkway-guide/id1049069401) | 1.1 (16) | Free | Travel | | [Great Smoky National Park Tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/great-smoky-national-park-tour/id1567039023) | 4.7 (65) | Free | Travel | | [Natchez Trace](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/natchez-trace/id6746953451) | — | Free | Travel | | [Shenandoah GPS Audio Tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shenandoah-gps-audio-tour/id1606393993) | 4.6 (59) | Free | Travel | | [Explore Louisiana State Parks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-louisiana-state-parks/id1640460201) | 2.5 (8) | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Great Places 2 See with Audio Tours - [Shelters Near Here](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shelters-near-here/id6443584950) All apps by Great Places 2 See with Audio Tours: https://appshunter.io/developer/1594915496 ## Related topics [natchez trace epa](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/natchez-trace-epa) · [natchez trace parkway gps tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/natchez-trace-parkway-gps-tour) · [caydesa](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/caydesa) · [blue ridge parkway audio tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/blue-ridge-parkway-audio-tour) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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