# Tulum – Be Your Own Guide > Offline GPS guide to Tulum Maya ruins with detailed archaeological information. (iPhone/iPad app by Edwin Barnhart.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tulum-be-your-own-guide/id731412870 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Edwin Barnhart](https://appshunter.io/developer/305642807) - Category: Travel, Reference - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 3.10/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 65 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-10-30 - Data updated: 2026-09-07 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tulum-be-your-own-guide/id731412870/reviews.md ## What is Tulum? Tulum – Be Your Own Guide GPS locates and navigates you anywhere within the Maya ruins of Tulum in Quintana Roo, Mexico without using any external data. There’s no data usage for your mobile device’s automatic ability to locate satellite based cell signals, so no expensive charges apply for using the app. Created by renowned Maya archaeologist Dr. Edwin Barnhart, the Tulum app provides detailed information about virtually every feature of the site. The home page provides an interactive map of Tulum with each and every building clickable to reveal information regarding its construction, excavation history, and what was found inside. The “What Is That” function uses your gps location and allows you to point your mobile device at any structure to learn more about it. The “Take Me There” function allows you to choose any building at the site and receive guided navigation to its location. The descriptions for each building are available as text and audio files voiced by Dr. Barnhart. Photos of each structure are included, as well as drawings and photos of the features inside the temples – ones you can’t see because they are barred from tourist access. With the Tulum app, you can see the incredible murals that other visitors can’t! The Tulum app also includes: •General history of Tulum •Ed’s Tour – a recommended walking route •A complete buildings and features list •Personalizable photo and video galleries to remember your visit •Bibliographical references Whether you are planning on visiting Tulum or just want to learn more about the site, the Tulum app is an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to learn more about the ancient city. No other source of Tulum information, book or otherwise, is more complete. And thanks to wifi connections at selected restaurants in Tulum visitor’s center, you can download it data charge free right at the entrance to the ruins! ## Key features - Offline GPS navigation - Interactive site map - Detailed building information - Audio and text descriptions - Hidden mural access - Personalizable galleries - Recommended walking tour ## Recent user reviews (10 of 10) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tulum-be-your-own-guide/id731412870/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Not good for self guided tour *2019-08-22* Wised I would have researched more about tho app before purchase. Even thought it was only .99, it was no value to me while walking thru Tulum. You had to know where you were located in order find the building information. The “where am I now” didn’t help any either. ### 5/5 — Great little app, thank you *2018-05-17* Very informative, it was also great to turn the phone up and listen to your voice who actually knows what they are on about compared with all the local rip off self proclaimed ‘guides’ making things up as they please. Thanks again. ### 2/5 — Not worth it *2018-03-05* Audio doesn’t work and good luck finding all the structures to read a written description of each. Not worth even the $1. With a little work of fixing audio, gps tracking of where you are on the map, and changing the descriptions of locations from numbers to the actual names, it would be a great app. ### 2/5 — Big Potential But Falls Short *2017-12-11* While viewing Talum you definitely need a guide, an app, or a book. Otherwise you are looking at ruins with rich history but no way to get the information. The physical signs at Talum are non-descriptive. This app has a great map and a great idea where it knows where you are and can give you descriptions of each ruin. You don’t need WiFi for the guided tour which is a cool feature. The app falls short in the level of detail on the text and video. Very basic and not interesting. We found ourselves eaves dropping on the guided tours where they were giving interesting info. We stopped using the app halfway through. This app should incorporate vivid descriptions otherwise it’s not very useful. ### 1/5 — Doesn't download *2015-10-25* I've been trying to download this for 20 minutes and it won't even load. I have full wi fi connection ### 5/5 — Great App! *2015-09-05* I have had the privilege of using this app at Tulum Ruins and it really enhanced my experience there. I have heard some of the guides give inaccurate information at other sites, so I wanted to see what a real expert had to say, and wow, does this app have a lot of really interesting and real information! Thanks so much for this app! ### 4/5 — Use This App OR get a Guide *2015-06-12* You're going to be surprised at how nice Tulum is but also at how little information there is. The information boards are often not there or weather beaten to the point of being unreadable. I found this app and it had 1 bad review but I was desperate so I gave it a whirl. Took a while to download because I was literally AT Tulum but after doing so you pick #1 and it literally guides you there...to the very spot, very reliably. I don't know what the problem was that the previous reviewer had because it worked surprisingly well. When you get there you click the "about" button and it brings up a picture, an audio file and a script with hyperlinks. You don't need a guide if you have the app. If I'm being picky, I would like the "Ed's Guide" option to be a little more Rick Steves-like and walk you through. It's possible, however, that it does and I never figured it out. ### 5/5 — Perfect way to know what you're looking at... *2014-06-18* Great app. Easy to follow, download before you go, and you can use it offline. ### 2/5 — Help *2014-06-01* Hi, I have this app and went to Tulum, I have taken some nice photos using this guide and the self guide was great. The big problem now is that since then, I wasn't able to see the photos because every time I open the photo album it crashes and close the app and We are dying to see those photo. Can you please help? Thank you ### 5/5 — Great app for IPad and IPhone *2013-11-12* This app offers great photos and detailed descriptions of this site's structures. I learned more from this app than from any tour guide I have used in the past. ## Frequently asked questions about Tulum ### What is the price of Tulum? Tulum costs $0.99 to purchase. This is a one-time fee and does not involve any recurring charges. ### Does Tulum require an internet connection to use? No, Tulum is designed to be used without an external data connection. It uses your device's GPS to navigate the Maya ruins of Tulum. ### What devices is Tulum compatible with? Tulum is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work on iOS platforms. ### What is the age rating for Tulum? Tulum has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for most users. It contains educational content about history and archaeology. ### How often is Tulum updated? The latest version of Tulum is 1.4, which was last updated on May 12, 2021. Users can expect updates to maintain compatibility and potentially add new information. ### Who developed Tulum? Tulum was developed by Edwin Barnhart, a renowned Maya archaeologist. The content is based on his extensive research and expertise. ### What kind of information does Tulum provide about the ruins? Tulum offers detailed information on virtually every feature of the site, including construction, excavation history, and artifacts found inside. It also provides access to hidden murals not visible to regular tourists. ### Does Tulum have ads? No, Tulum does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted user experience. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4 — 2021-05-12 - Minor bug fixes. ### 1.3 — 2014-11-09 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Enable GPS service for iOS 8 ### 1.2 — 2014-11-05 Added home page description ### 1.1 — 2013-12-11 iAd and iPad version Integration ### 1.0 — 2013-10-30 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Tulum | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Coba Ruins Cancun Mexico Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coba-ruins-cancun-mexico-guide/id1473404754) | 4.2 (11) | Free | Travel | | [Tulum Ruins Audio Guide Cancun](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tulum-ruins-audio-guide-cancun/id1441113329) | 4.7 (32) | Free | Travel | | [Chichen Itza Audio Tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chichen-itza-audio-tour/id6747410992) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Travel | | [Mexplor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mexplor/id6476958969) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Travel | | [Easy Fish ID Caribbean](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-fish-id-caribbean/id1361443855) | 4.6 (12) | $9.99 | Travel | | [Tulum Ruins Tour](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tulum-ruins-tour/id6752439327) | — | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Edwin Barnhart - [Maya Calendar](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maya-calendar/id305642777) All apps by Edwin Barnhart: https://appshunter.io/developer/305642807 ## Related topics [tulum travel guide offline](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/tulum-travel-guide-offline) · [tulum ruins audio guide cancun](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/tulum-ruins-audio-guide-cancun) · [tulum ii](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/tulum-ii) · [secrets tulum](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/secrets-tulum) · [tulum](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/tulum) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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