Frequently asked questions
The basics
What is Strolio?
Strolio is an AI walking tour app for iPhone and Android. Get a personal route, hear stories at each stop, and ask about what you see.
Which cities does Strolio work in?
Any city with mapped streets. You can build a walk from anywhere, including your own neighbourhood. Our example hometown walks are in Barcelona, and we publish self-guided walks with maps for visitors in Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Rome, New York, Berlin, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Dublin, Lisbon and Porto.
How much does Strolio cost?
Free during beta. Planned pricing is $2.90 for 1 hour of audio or 15 routes, with no subscription.
Does Strolio work offline?
No. You need a data connection for maps, routes, stories, and answers.
Which languages does Strolio speak?
Stories and answers are available in 93 languages. Choose your guide language in the app settings.
On a walk
How accurate are the stories?
Strolio builds stories from documented sources and labels facts, local stories, and legends. Errors are still possible. See how we check stories or report a mistake.
Can I ask questions during a walk?
Yes. Type, speak, or attach a photo from your camera or gallery. You can listen to the answer or read it.
Will it drain my battery?
An active walk uses GPS, including in the background. We have not published battery measurements yet, so start longer walks with a charged phone.
What happens if I leave the route?
Strolio can reroute from your location. You can also add, remove, or replace stops, including a coffee or food stop.
Can I save a route or walk with friends?
Yes. Save a route to walk later, or share a live walk. Friends join with a code or QR code to follow your route, location, and current story.
Getting started
Do I need an account?
No. Your walks, settings, and saved routes stay tied to the app on your phone.
How do I install Strolio?
On iPhone, install Strolio from the App Store. On Android, install Strolio from Google Play.
What does Strolio do with my location?
With your permission, Strolio uses your location to plan routes and play stories as you arrive. We do not sell personal information. Read the privacy policy.