tech
January 29, 2026
Gemini will be your tour guide while using Google’s walking directions.
Google says you can now use the AI chatbot to ask questions while using walking or cycling directions in Google Maps, which already worked for driving directions.
TL;DR
- Google Maps now supports AI chatbot (Gemini) questions during walking and cycling directions.
- This functionality was previously only available for driving directions.
- Users can ask Gemini about their current neighborhood or for nearby restaurant recommendations.
- Gemini's recommendations are based on Google Maps' real-world data.
- The update is rolling out on both iOS and Android.