250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 250+ smithsonian museum apps 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 | 4.8★ (425) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.5★ (37K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (75) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.9★ (124K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (420) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (701) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.8★ (384) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
Navigate museum exhibitions with an interactive guide. Discover stories, access audio tracks, and locate amenities. Enhance your visit with augmented reality and skip ticket queues.
Get real-time transit predictions for Washington DC's Metro rail and bus routes. Plan your trips with step-by-step directions, view interactive maps, and receive alerts for service disruptions. Save your favorite stops for quick access.
Explore Washington D.C.'s historical landmarks with a self-guided GPS audio tour. Discover iconic monuments, museums, and government buildings at your own pace, with stories that play automatically as you walk. Works offline once downloaded.
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.
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 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 the American Museum of Natural History with this comprehensive offline guide. Discover exhibits, learn about the museum's history, and access practical visitor information. Includes a full New York City travel guide with maps and itineraries.
Enhance your museum experience with this official mobile guide. Access self-guided audio tours, interactive maps, and digital membership cards to explore exhibits. Make the most of your visit to the Heard Museum.
Explore Washington D.C.'s significant historic locations and spaces. This app is built upon the city's official inventory of sites recognized for their cultural heritage contributions.
Embark on a guided or unguided tour of the Museum Five Continents with an audio guide, detailed object biographies, and zoomable images. Explore seven departments and gain insights into cultural diversity from around the world. Available in German and English.
Explore masterpieces from all centuries with this offline mobile guide. Discover the history, architecture, and highlights of the collection, including the Sculpture Garden. Access a complete city travel guide with offline maps and itineraries.
Manage your SmarTrip card and account with this optional tool. Register your card for balance protection, check benefits, set up auto-reload, or purchase transit passes. It can also be added to Apple Wallet for easy tap-to-pay.
Explore a historical colonial estate and its plantation society with this digital guide. Discover the site's history, slavery on Reunion Island, and access 360° views, videos, and audio commentaries. The app also highlights connected historical sites.
