152+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Out of 152+ smithsonian institution apps and games on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (419) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 5.0★ (7) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (663) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 5.0★ (12) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.9★ (115K) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.0★ (1) | No | No | May 2026 |
Access a digital version of a renowned magazine covering history, science, culture, and travel. Enjoy in-depth articles, photos, and departments. Purchase single issues or subscribe for ongoing access to engaging content.
Explore an immersive art exhibition from your device using virtual reality. Experience large-scale installations by nine contemporary artists celebrating a renowned gallery.
Explore Washington D.C. with a comprehensive offline travel guide. Discover attractions using augmented reality, navigate with interactive maps, and follow curated itineraries. Get practical tips for shopping, dining, and nightlife.
Explore a virtual portal to 1912 Paris and discover artifacts from the Smithsonian's Open Access collection. This augmented reality experience immerses you in "La Belle Epoque" for an educational journey.
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.
Explore the Smithsonian Fossil Hall with a self-guided audio tour designed for blind and low-vision users. Learn about evolution, ecosystems, and the interconnectedness of life from its origins to the Age of Humans. Features include screen reader compatibility, alt text, and zoomable text.
Explore Tibetan Buddhist art and practice within sacred spaces. This app offers virtual access to a shrine room and enhances understanding of Buddhist activities and objects.
Dive into an underwater adventure and explore the mysteries of the ocean. Discover extinct species, ancient organisms, and creatures adapted to the deep sea.
Explore the sun's path over the Smithsonian Castle in a 360° environment. Observe how its position shifts across different seasons and record your findings using the provided data sheet.
Access exhibition content through text and audio. Enter a content number to read descriptions, use a screen reader, or listen to audio recordings. Videos and images with verbal descriptions are also available.
Explore global cuisines and learn about nutrition by planning healthy meals from different countries. Meet daily nutritional needs and stay within budget while discovering diverse foods and cultural influences. This educational game is designed for both classroom and home use.
Explore plant and animal habitats through interactive questions. This simulation aligns with a grade 2 life science module focused on finding optimal growing conditions for plants.
Explore animal skeletons in 3D augmented reality. This app brings the Bone Hall experience home, allowing you to view skeletons on display or from printed materials. Discover fascinating facts, watch videos, and play games to learn about the natural world.
Explore different light sources within a simulated dark cave environment. This educational tool is designed to align with grade 1 physical science curriculum, focusing on how we can illuminate our surroundings.
An offline identification guide for Caribbean shore-fish. It features detailed species descriptions, over 8,200 images, and a search engine to identify fish by various characteristics. Users can also create and export observation lists.
Become a field researcher and solve a life science mystery by observing bees and collecting data on snapdragon flowers. Interpret your findings to understand why white snapdragons are spreading. This game is designed for emergent readers and aligns with science standards for grades 3-5.
Help a golden lion tamarin reach fruit by building a tower, but beware of collapsing structures. This educational game teaches basic engineering design principles through problem-solving and reflection.
Explore the science of sugar dissolving in water and water evaporating. This educational tool visually demonstrates particle behavior, aligning with physical science curriculum for grade 5.
Explore two decades of cosmic discoveries with this image explorer. View composite, X-ray, and optical wavelengths of wondrous objects, watch films, and zoom into detailed images. Future updates promise more insights into the universe's mysteries.
Explore physics and engineering principles by designing solutions for mini golf challenges. This educational tool aligns with kindergarten science modules focused on changing an object's motion.