Best Roadside America Apps

4.6😐(2.4K ratings)

$3.99In-App Purchases

#9in Travel

Discover quirky and unusual attractions across the U.S. and Canada with expert-curated stories, photos, and tips. Plan your next road trip or find hidden gems just off the highway.

What We Love

🚀 Fun and interesting app
🚀 Helps find unique roadside attractions
🚀 Useful for planning road trips
👍 Detailed information and ratings on attractions

Room to Improve

🐛 App crashes and freezes
🐛 Difficulty accessing full content
💰 Expensive to unlock all regions
🔍 Hard to navigate and find desired content

Roadside Attractions Guide by TripBucket Inc.

Strong Contender

Roadtrippers - Trip Planner

4.6(369 ratings)

Free

Discover unique points of interest, from quirky statues to natural wonders, on your road trips. Plan your journey by exploring nearby attractions, adding them to a "Want to Do" list, and tracking your progress. Share your experiences with photos and feedback.

Atlas Obscura Travel Guide by Atlas Obscura, Inc

Discover hidden wonders

Worth Considering

🗺️ Navigation

4.8😐(9.7K ratings)

Free

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.

What We Love

🚀 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

Room to Improve

🐛 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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Planner, Map, & Travel Guides

AI-powered trip wizardCampground reviews and insightsComprehensive map overlays

Plan your next road trip with an AI-powered wizard and discover millions of unique places. Find campgrounds, RV parks, and attractions with detailed reviews and map overlays. Customize your itinerary with up to 150 stops and navigate with offline maps and CarPlay support.

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The official app of 420+ parks

National Park Service

Interactive park mapsSelf-guided park toursOffline park content download

Explore over 420 national parks with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information. Plan your visit with details on amenities, operating hours, and fees. Download park content for offline use, ensuring access even without internet service.

by American Automobile Association

TripTik® Travel PlannerAAA Approved & Diamond Rated listingsMember discount offers

Access essential AAA services on your mobile device, including trip planning with approved hotels and restaurants, exclusive member discounts, and convenient roadside assistance requests. Plan your journeys, find savings, and get help when you need it, all from your smartphone.

🌟 Lifestyle

(368K)

iExit Interstate Exit Guide

Your Interstate Pitstop Finder

Interstate exit finderGas price comparisonFood and restaurant search

This road trip companion helps you find essential services at upcoming interstate exits. Discover the cheapest gas prices, compare food options with Yelp reviews, find hotels with discounted rates, and locate specific chains or amenities.

(37K)

Route 66 Travel by TripBucket

by TripBucket Inc.

Detailed descriptions and mapsPoints of interest recommendationsPersonalized "to do" list

Explore the historic Route 66 with this comprehensive travel guide. Discover towns, museums, landmarks, and attractions with detailed descriptions, maps, and photos. Plan your trip, create a "want to do" list, and share your experiences.

Read historical markers

Read historical marker inscriptionsView marker and area photosAccess markers from all 50 states

Access and read historical markers from across all 50 states on your iPhone or iPad. View marker inscriptions, photos, and filter by category or read status. Save your favorite historical discoveries.

📚 Education

(15)

Autio: Road Trip & Travel App

Culture & History Guide

Location-based audio stories20,000+ stories worldwideNarrated by celebrity voices

Discover the history and culture of the places you travel through with location-based audio stories. Narrated by famous voices, this app provides a hands-free way to learn about local landmarks and stories as you drive. Enjoy new content weekly and connect deeper with your surroundings.

(4.3K)

ExploreHere - Roadtrip Guide

Discover Landmarks Driving

Hands-free audio storiesAutomatic landmark discoveryWalking and driving tours

This app transforms your drives into engaging audio journeys. It automatically plays stories about historic landmarks and hidden places as you travel, allowing for a hands-free and immersive discovery experience.

(797)

Concord Group Insurance Roadside Assistance

by Nation Safe Drivers

Easy access to roadside assistance benefitsDirect breakdown information submissionQuick and accurate dispatching

Access your roadside assistance benefits with ease. This app sends your breakdown information directly to the dispatch call center for quick and accurate service.

AAA app for SoCal, TX and more

24/7 roadside assistanceMembership and insurance managementBill payment

Access AAA membership benefits, insurance, and roadside assistance from your phone. Find gas prices, book travel, and discover exclusive discounts. Manage your account and get help when you need it.

🌟 Lifestyle

(86K)

by Signature Motor Club, Inc.

AARP Roadside Assistance

Request emergency roadside assistancePinpoint vehicle location via GPSDiagnose mechanical issues

Request 24-hour emergency roadside assistance quickly and conveniently. This app helps pinpoint your location, diagnose issues, and track service arrival times for AARP members.

Roadside America on Route 66

$7.99

Discover offbeat and essential landmarks along U.S. Route 66 with detailed maps, trip planning tools, and captivating stories. Explore over 1,600 points of interest, from classic attractions to quirky sights and giant statues.

Over 1,600 points of interest on Route 66Detailed maps and trip planning toolsStories and photos of landmarks

National Parking Association

(5)

paid

by NATIONAL PARKING ASSOCIATION INC

Event informationConvention detailsExpo resources

This official app provides essential information for the annual NPA Convention & Expo. Access details about the event and related resources.

Celebrate 250 years of freedom

Explore 250 destinationsDiscover local spots and hidden treasuresCollect stamps from destinations

Embark on a nationwide adventure to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Discover historical sites, cultural landmarks, and natural wonders across the country. Collect stamps and earn badges as you explore local gems and hidden treasures.

(20)

Verizon Roadside Assistance

by Signature Motor Club, Inc.

24-hour emergency roadside serviceRequest assistance for various vehicle issuesGPS and map-based vehicle location pinpointing

Provides 24-hour emergency roadside assistance for Verizon customers. Request help for various vehicle issues, track service arrival, and confirm your membership eligibility. Travel with confidence knowing support is available.

(5.5K)

ODOT Roadside Safety Guide

by The Ohio Department of Transportation

by ROADSIDE PROTECT, INC.

🔍 Reference

(0)

Roadside Protect Mobile

Real-time tow truck trackingConnect with towing companySee provider progress

Track your tow truck's arrival in real-time. This app connects you with your towing company, showing you their progress to your location. Designed for existing members, it provides peace of mind while you wait.

🔧 Utilities

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