Reviews of VoiceMap: Audio Tours & Guides

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List of user reviews and ratings for VoiceMap: Audio Tours & Guides

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4.80 (Rating count: 3,353)

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Review summary

VoiceMap is praised for flexible, self-guided tours with GPS navigation and engaging narration across a broad catalog. Key drawbacks are price concerns, unclear pass value, occasional tour discontinuations, and uneven quality due to community-contributed content.

Pros

Self-guided tours that you can go at your own pace, with GPS-triggered stops and the ability to pause, relisten, or explore on your schedule.
Engaging, well-paced narration by knowledgeable hosts.
Very easy to use and convenient; can be used hands-free with headphones (AirPods) and at any time.
Wide, diverse catalog of tours across many cities, with previews of routes and narrators before buying.
Great for solo travelers and avoiding crowds while still gaining rich local insights.

Cons

Tours can be expensive; price per tour and overall cost can be high.
Unclear value of Tour Passes and discounts before purchase.
Some tours disappear or are no longer available over time, reducing the catalog.
Quality can vary because many tours are community-submitted, leading to uneven experiences.

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Recent rating average: 4.60

All time rating average: 4.80

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5% (3)

Date	Author	Comment
2026-06-17	sa*****	My favorite sound in the natural world is flowing water in a stream. This audio tour was a perfect accompaniment to this peaceful walk along the falls and the stream. I highly recommend the tour.
My favorite sound in the natural world is flowing water in a stream. This audio tour was a perfect accompaniment to this peaceful walk along the falls and the stream. I highly recommend the tour.
2026-06-17	Ch*****	What an amazing idea for an app! Download this app for your own personal tour guide to hundreds of cities and towns around the world! We’ve used this app multiple times in Europe and have not been disappointed! Tired of the cattle car excursions offered by cruise ships? You know, the ones where someone or two from your group of 30+ gets lost, or stuck in the bathroom line… Not with is app! Just you, and your bestie sharing you earbuds and having a private, at your own pace, tour! Stopping for coffee or gelato when you want! Kudos to whoever thought this up! Fantastic!
What an amazing idea for an app! Download this app for your own personal tour guide to hundreds of cities and towns around the world! We’ve used this app multiple times in Europe and have not been disappointed! Tired of the cattle car excursions offered by cruise ships? You know, the ones where someone or two from your group of 30+ gets lost, or stuck in the bathroom line… Not with is app! Just you, and your bestie sharing you earbuds and having a private, at your own pace, tour! Stopping for coffee or gelato when you want! Kudos to whoever thought this up! Fantastic!
2026-06-14	Mi*****	Anyone visiting St. Simons would thoroughly enjoy this beautifully narrated tour. You will get an incredible overview of the history of this Island while enjoying the scenic views along the way. This is the perfect introduction to St. Simons Island and will help you decide which other attractions you want to explore while visiting.
Anyone visiting St. Simons would thoroughly enjoy this beautifully narrated tour. You will get an incredible overview of the history of this Island while enjoying the scenic views along the way. This is the perfect introduction to St. Simons Island and will help you decide which other attractions you want to explore while visiting.
2026-06-09	Ca*****	This was the third VoiceMap tour I’ve done and while the other two were excellent, this was my favorite. The author did a fabulous job of bringing the city to life through engaging stories and interesting comments. It is obvious she is passionate about the city. The tour takes you to various historical sites in a logical manner, starting and ending in the main downtown area. Pay attention to the directions while walking. They are detailed and will keep you on the right track and use the map only as a backup. The author brings history to life and explains the significance of Annapolis during the revolutionary war period as well as the contributions of enslaved people. Standing on the spot where Kunte Kinte was sold into slavery was chilling. I highly recommend this tour which takes only about an hour but is filled with so much information. After the tour we went back to explore some of the places mentioned in more detail. Going into the State House to see the room where George Washington submitted his resignation was a highlight. Actually reading his original letter with the markings and edits he made, forced me to reflect on this historical moment in our history. This tour will not disappoint. You can go at your own pace and not worry about keeping up with some tour guide or dealing with other patrons monopolizing the tour. Kudos to the author.
This was the third VoiceMap tour I’ve done and while the other two were excellent, this was my favorite. The author did a fabulous job of bringing the city to life through engaging stories and interesting comments. It is obvious she is passionate about the city. The tour takes you to various historical sites in a logical manner, starting and ending in the main downtown area. Pay attention to the directions while walking. They are detailed and will keep you on the right track and use the map only as a backup. The author brings history to life and explains the significance of Annapolis during the revolutionary war period as well as the contributions of enslaved people. Standing on the spot where Kunte Kinte was sold into slavery was chilling. I highly recommend this tour which takes only about an hour but is filled with so much information. After the tour we went back to explore some of the places mentioned in more detail. Going into the State House to see the room where George Washington submitted his resignation was a highlight. Actually reading his original letter with the markings and edits he made, forced me to reflect on this historical moment in our history. This tour will not disappoint. You can go at your own pace and not worry about keeping up with some tour guide or dealing with other patrons monopolizing the tour. Kudos to the author.
2026-06-08	T8*****	I’ve done multiple voice tours so far and loved all! So much so that I helped with a funding request. Strasbourg was particularly good!
I’ve done multiple voice tours so far and loved all! So much so that I helped with a funding request. Strasbourg was particularly good!
2026-05-25	Wh*****	App buttons don’t do anything, can’t download any tours, and even the previews will freeze after playing for 5 seconds. Don’t waste your time or money
App buttons don’t do anything, can’t download any tours, and even the previews will freeze after playing for 5 seconds. Don’t waste your time or money
2026-05-22	Pa*****	Evening is best
Evening is best
2026-05-20	Pa*****	I don’t often write reviews, but I will this time in order to encourage others to get this app. I’ve used it multiple times and it’s like having your own tour guide in your ear. I’ve gone to some hidden gems that I didn’t know existed thanks to the various tours.
I don’t often write reviews, but I will this time in order to encourage others to get this app. I’ve used it multiple times and it’s like having your own tour guide in your ear. I’ve gone to some hidden gems that I didn’t know existed thanks to the various tours.
2026-05-18	sr*****	If you are someone that wants information but go at your own pace and not be stuck in large crowds this is for you. The interactive map and step by step directions were helpful. We didn’t get lost, learned information we wouldn’t have found without hours of research.
If you are someone that wants information but go at your own pace and not be stuck in large crowds this is for you. The interactive map and step by step directions were helpful. We didn’t get lost, learned information we wouldn’t have found without hours of research.
2026-05-15	Am*****	Such a cool idea—audio tours are unique in letting you explore at your own pace. Doing a city tour this way can sometimes be challenging, but not if you have great landmarks and directions!
Such a cool idea—audio tours are unique in letting you explore at your own pace. Doing a city tour this way can sometimes be challenging, but not if you have great landmarks and directions!