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With the advent of mobile technology, traveling solo and touring around a city has gotten so much easier. You can now download dedicated apps that can convert your smartphone to a mobile tour guide.
You may find that one of the best ways to experience a new city would be to go on a walking tour. There are many free walking tours in major cities especially in Europe that you can experience. These are generally organized tours by foot that take you through the nooks and crooks of a city that most tours don't include in the itinerary. It's a great way to have hours of fun with those that are part of this guided tour. Certain walking guides are paid but there are many tours that rely just on tips.
However, should you decide to explore the world by yourself, you could decide to download local tour apps that provide navigations through major attractions within a city. For instance, Rick Steeve's audio walking tour guides is a great addition to your suite of apps to install when exploring Europe. It includes a wide range of guides on attractions across multiple cities and gives you self-guided walking tours for you to enjoy at your own pace. Some of these apps have the option of using them offline allowing you to not use excessive mobile data when you're on the move.
Meanwhile, several other walking tour apps are designed to turn your smartphone into a walking tour guide which works great especially if the city is completely alien to you. You could also find navigation apps such as Google Maps very useful to find local cafés or restaurants nearby. Depending on which city you decide to explore, you could download specific tour guide apps for free and have adventures in a very cost-effective way.
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Just Ahead: Audio Tour Guides
Turns your smartphone into a GPS audio travel guide for road trips and vacations
Just Ahead
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Rick Steves Audio Europe ™
Download and listen to Rick Steves' podcasts related to your travel plans.
Rick Steves' Europe, Inc.
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If you're a fan of exploring a city on foot by yourself, you'll need an audio guide that can take you through popular attractions providing explanations every step of the way. If you're in a city for 2-3 days, it's a cost-effective method to experience the city during that short stay.
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REI National Park Guide & Maps
Trail maps and guides for many National Parks and surrounding areas.
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
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Not everyone knows enough about America's 61 national parks to truly appreciate them. If you feel like you need a tour guide, the REI app will serve that purpose well. Apart from a collection of navigational and safety features, it also offers a guide to some of the most iconic places.
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When you have 3 days in a new city, your first night could be spent on an immersive walking tour with the right guide, a free guide right on your phone. Experience firsthand adventure and knowledge at your fingertips.