Atlas Obscura Travel Guide

Name: Atlas Obscura Travel Guide
Rating: 4.8031497 (2414 reviews)
Author: Atlas Obscura

By: Atlas Obscura App

Discover hidden wonders

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

291,368 ▲ 1.60K

Data as of 2026-08-03

Rating:

4.80 +13

(2,414)

Version:

1.54.0-166

Last updated: 2026-07-18

Ranking

#130,247 ▲ 100

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Discover your adventurous spirit with the Atlas Obscura Travel Guide Chrome extension. Dive into a global map filled with unique, hidden wonders contributed by a vibrant community of explorers. Easily find fascinating places near you or plan far-reaching trips by browsing detailed entries enriched with photos, backstories, and community tips.

Organize your travel plans effortlessly by creating custom lists and track your progress with the "Been There" feature. Whether fascinated by history, architecture, art, or natural wonders, this extension helps you explore the world's most unusual destinations off the typical tourist path.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education

By:

Atlas Obscura

Downloads:

291,368 1.60K

Rating:

4.80

(2,414) 13 new ratings

Version:

1.54.0-166 Last updated: 2026-07-18

Version code:

166

Creation date:

2022-07-31

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk

Size:

19.03MB

Email:

ap*****@atlasobscura.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 130,247 ▲ 100

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Developed by:

Atlas Obscura

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.atlasobscura.android

Email:

ap*****@atlasobscura.com

Website:

http://atlasobscura.com

User Reviews

Atlas Obscura Travel Guide is praised for its fun, discovery-driven focus on quirky places and its value as a road-trip travel companion with worldwide reach. Users enjoy saving favorites and exploring nearby attractions, and many prefer the mobile experience for travel planning. However, repeated login/authentication and connectivity issues, flaky loading, and a sometimes difficult search/navigation experience hamper use. Some users also feel the app prioritizes mainstream spots over obscure finds, or that recent design changes dilute the niche appeal. Overall, strong concept, but reliability and usability need improvement.

Pros

Discover quirky, offbeat places and hidden gems.
Excellent travel companion for road trips; works worldwide and inspires trips.
Useful in-app features like saving places and learning about nearby attractions.
Mobile-friendly experience that many users prefer over the website for travel planning.

Cons

Frequent login/authentication problems (401/403) and issues saving favorites.
Connectivity and loading failures; app sometimes doesn't load.
Difficult navigation, search, and adding new locations; not user-friendly in practice.
Coverage can be limited to popular landmarks, not very obscure in some areas.
Changes to app design feel fake or sponsored; diminished niche appeal.