Roadside America

Name: Roadside America
Price: 3.99 USD
Rating: 4.6 (2424 reviews)
Author: This Exit LLC

by This Exit LLC

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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At a glance: $3.99
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Travel
Navigation

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Price: $3.99
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Last verified 31 Jul 2026

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4.6 2424 ratings · App Store

5/5Most fun app on my phone!
If you love driving around and randomly stopping to see some odd monument to something long forgotten or museum full of things you never dreamed you’d care about, this is the app for you! Remember the great molasses flood of Boston? Ever seen 2 thousand arrowheads in one place? My partner and I are crazy for the hilariously written factoids and have gone on little adventures trying to find some of the destinations on this map. I used to try and find these things on my own, but it’s so much easier and fun with this little tool. I bought their book in the 90’s and I’m so excited that technology has managed to find its way to put that big book in my pocket. If you are on your way to Niagara Falls, why not stop at the Jello Museum? Headed to Harrisburg? Stop in at Mr. Ed’s Elephant museum. It’s obviously great for children, but I don’t have any and it’s my favorite thing to do when I have time off! There’s a small fee to unlock all the USA, but it’s totally worth it if you travel. Last weekend I learned all about Lizzie Borden and saw her spooky grave. I never would have done that if it weren’t for these kooky authors and their fabulous app! Thanks for the weird memories!

Martinixox · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Where is “restore previous purchased”
Original review: “I paid for access to the whole United States a few years ago and used it several times, but rarely used the app afterwards. I just noticed my app has updated and now I have no US access and it’s shows I need to pick a single free region. I do not see a button to “restore previous purchases”. What gives??!” Update:A few days after I posted the above initial review, the developer responded to my issue and after a couple of emails they figured out why I was having an issue (I had updated my email account) and told me how to resolve it. I’m up and running. I’m very impressed with a developer who took the time and effort to fix my problem on an app I purchased almost eight years ago. Excellent app and excellent Developer!

JimAtVerizon · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Worth it, even if only enjoyed from my armchair
I had a little trouble figuring out how access the app at first and can understand why some frustrated users gave it less than a 5-star rating. THEN I read the FAQs and more of the directions and found the app works just as advertised. Gee, imagine that. I am now traveling the entire country from my armchair, delighted with the many quirky sights, roadside parks, museums & oddities. If I never leave home again the reasonable cost was worth it to me (and I have limited resources). From now on, every future trip will start with a review of potential places and sights to see along the way (or even out of the way). Thanks Roadside America.

Auto Museum Buff · 31 Jul 2026
5/5This app has made my life better
I have used this app for years, i was just singing its praises to a friend and stated “the quality of my life is better because of roadside America.” It crossed my mind that posting a review is probably in order because I’ve had such a wonderful experience with it so far. It makes trips more fun and you discover so many hidden gems that you wouldn’t know about otherwise. I recommend it to anyone moving to a new area or those would love to road trip around. Pay the full price to open up all of the US, it’s worth it, you never know where your going to end up.

martha_green · 31 Jul 2026
5/5I loooove this app
Help find interesting things to do when just entering a town and have time to waste. Also to find historical spots that you would never think to search for. Plus weird and cool things too. My kids always calls this my adventure I take them on. Especially now that they are getting their drivers licenses and needs hours behind the wheel. I look for something and not tell them then once we get to the spot they will say, “really mom?” Or “wow, now this is cool!”. We have tons of fun with this app.

Smurfette AJIE · 31 Jul 2026

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Privacy

Data Linked to You — App Functionality — Contact Info — Email Address Developer declared
Data Linked to You — App Functionality — Identifiers — User ID Developer declared
Data Linked to You — Contact Info Developer declared
Data Linked to You — Identifiers Developer declared
Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Location — Precise Location Developer declared
Data Not Linked to You — Location Developer declared

Accessibility

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Versions

App Store

1.8.6
- More iOS 7 optimization - "Submit Tip" now easier to find
1.8.7
- iOS 7 optimization - Added "What's New" launch message - About section: "Version History" and app review links added. - Web View progress spinner fixed - First time users: To select your region to use the app, first turn on your iPhone Location Services! In Settings, Privacy: Location Services must be turned ON. Otherwise regions "just flash" and app setup won't work.
1.8.8
- iOS 8 adjustments - Location privacy settings updated - Region not unlocking? Please request our help to complete via More: Feedback link or roadsideamerica.com/mobile/support/
1.9.0
- Fixes bug in region in-app purchases (and also in the Restore function) that might fail to unlock content - Directions Options: Support added for Waze; also Google Maps adjusted - Increases saved lists to up to 750 places - Various bug fixes and optimizations - Region unlock issues? Contact us in the app via More > Feedback
1.9.1
Now you can: - Filter by RA Editors' "Smiley Tower" rating on select lists and maps (funnel icon) - View an attraction on its own map - Export/import Saves & Been There list for use on your other devices - We fixed bugs and optimized stuff. FAQs at >More >Feedback
1.9.2
- Fixed photo format for Tip Submissions - Improved Near Me location address searches - Streamlined location to “When in Use,” reducing battery drain - We fixed bugs and optimized stuff. FAQs at >More >Feedback
1.9.3
- Fixed FAQ display at More>Feedback - Fixed photo format for Submit Tip. Send 'em!
1.9.4
- Regions/Welcome map: Fixed "Done" button - Improved Near Me location searches, bug fixes - From Account tab, login to export Saves/Been Theres
1.9.5
Bug fixes and optimizations.
2.0.0
- "On Route" tab - See attractions between a Start and End location. Adjust range from route - Deep map pin tap bug fixed - Password reset with email address or username - Website Links to Latest Tips, Sight of the Week, Blog
2.0.1
- Bug fixes and performance improvements for iOS 13 - On Route - city-to-city tweaks
2.1
- On Route: Within 1 mile (or 5-10-15-20-25 mi.) - New map filter: Hide Saved places - Fixed blog links, filters, more enhancements!
2.1.1
- Fixed bug that might cause an attraction info view to crash. - Travel Tip: Some (mostly indoor) attractions require reservations, or have changed public days/hours open. It's a crazy year. Call ahead!
2.2
- Refined maps, Filters - Export Saved Data without account - iPad views for easier planning
2.2.1
- List "unsave" bug fixed - Export your lists to 2nd device. No account needed. - iPad improvements
2.2.2
- On Route start bug fixed; maximum length increased to 700 mi. - Save increased to 600 places; Been There: 950
2.3
- iOS15 adjustments and layout optimizations - Bug fixes
2.4
- Bug fixes and improvements - Account deletion option added
2.5
- Fixed region unlock/restore bug - Increased On Route to 1,000 mi. max
2.6
More oddball sights! Plus: bug fixes, larger thumbnails, personal list max: Saves 800, Been There 1,100; optimized for iOS 16+
2.7
- Bug fixes and updated data transmission. - New oddities, status changes.
2.8
Bug fix to external links to RoadsideAmerica pages, map route apps.
2.9
Bug fixes and iOS updates. And new "research" attractions!
3.0
Various bug fixes and code refinements.
3.0.1 · 3 Jul 2026
Fixes crash in version 3.0

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Alternatives

Fotospot Road Trip Community — Same category + similar ratings
Autio: Road Trip & Travel App — Same category + similar ratings

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Last verified: 31 Jul 2026
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