Earlier this month, Google rolled out the "Ask Maps" feature. Now, Google said it is "available to everyone in the U.S. and India."
Ask Maps is a new feature in Google Maps that leverages Gemini to help users research local businesses, plan trips, get recommendations, and more.
Google Maps posted on X saying, "Ask Maps is now available to everyone in the U.S. and India. Here are six prompts to get you started."
I'll embed those now:
Looking for a bar quiet enough to read in? To find this specific atmosphere, Ask Maps sifts through millions of community reviews, cross-references Popular Times, and checks local event schedules to help you find peace and quiet. pic.twitter.com/NmflNyifFz
— Google Maps (@googlemaps) March 30, 2026
Any time you’re going for a walk, ask Maps to generate a custom route based on scenery, historical landmarks, or local events. It can even calculate your departure time backwards so you arrive perfectly synced with the sunset. pic.twitter.com/v6SIfHg23h
— Google Maps (@googlemaps) March 30, 2026
When finding a spot to eat, Ask Maps can combine multiple constraints to help you book a reservation instantly. pic.twitter.com/bByNxHw7cR
— Google Maps (@googlemaps) March 30, 2026
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