walkipedia

walkipedia

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Released
March 27, 2026
Updated
May 21, 2026

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Discover Wikipedia articles about your surroundings as you walk. Save your journeys and revisit points of interest with a map of saved waypoints. Get real-time alerts for nearby significant locations.

✓Location-based article identification
✓Adjustable discovery distance
✓Save journeys and waypoints
✓Map of saved points of interest
✓Real-time notification alerts
✓Uses Wikipedia GeoSearch API
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What's New in walkipedia

3.5

May 21, 2026

Improved the map UI (now it can go fullscreen) and I also added the ability ti export journeys as gpx files.

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FAQ

What is walkipedia?

walkipedia identifies Wikipedia articles about subjects near your current location as you walk. It helps you learn about landmarks, museums, and historical sites around you.

How does walkipedia use my location?

walkipedia uses your location to find GeoTagged Wikipedia articles within an adjustable distance. You can enable or disable notifications for real-time alerts when you approach significant places.

Can I save places I discover with walkipedia?

Yes, walkipedia allows you to save your journeys and attach a map with waypoints corresponding to the locations of articles you find interesting. This lets you revisit them later.

What devices does walkipedia support?

walkipedia is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

What is the age rating for walkipedia?

walkipedia has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

How often is walkipedia updated?

The latest version of walkipedia is 3.5, and it was last updated on May 21, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality.

Does walkipedia have ads?

No, walkipedia does not contain advertisements.

What is the user rating for walkipedia?

walkipedia has an excellent rating of 5.0 stars based on 1 review, suggesting a highly positive user experience.