Self-Guided Tours

A digital city walk with GPS and audio led by your property. Each step acts as a virtual guide for your guests.

FreeGuides creates 3 for you, but you can create as many as you want!

Add your stops on the left, click the green button, and AI writes all the content. Once published, this text is converted to audio for guests.

Yes, we highly recommend it for authenticity.

The guide introduction where the guest "meets" the guide.

Yes, upload an MP3 as Custom Audio to replace the AI voice. Real human voices feel more authentic to the hostel vibe.

No, it uses live GPS to show their "blue dot" on the route.

A view to help guests see buildings in 3D.

90 minutes to 3 hours is ideal.

Always. Make the last stop the hostel bar for a social finish.

Yes, but reach out to support@freeguides.com for help.

Click the "Share" button next to the tour for a unique direct URL.

Yes, drop pins in parks where there are no businesses.

Keep tours under 20 stops for the best guest experience.

Tours are self-guided experiences guests can do anytime by themselves, following a map with audio narration. Events are scheduled activities (like pub crawls or cooking classes) that happen at specific times with other guests or staff.

No, Tours are designed for self-guided exploration where guests see the full route. For activities where you don't want guests knowing the stops in advance (like pub crawls), use the upcoming Events feature instead.

Switch to satellite view, zoom in to the location, and drop a pin wherever you want. This is perfect for nature walks, viewpoints, or hidden spots that aren't listed businesses.