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Even among the most seasoned urban dwellers here at the App Store, this transit app is our go-to for navigating a city. It’s hands down the smartest way to explore cities using all the options available—whether that’s by subway, bus, electric scooter, taxi, or your own two feet.
We knew we loved it when: We realized picking the perfect route depends on the moment. Sometimes we want to walk as little as possible. Sometimes reducing the number of transfers is a priority. (Traveled with extended family lately?) And, of course, there are times we just need to get there as fast as humanly possible. Citymapper gives us all the options—and continually refreshes its ETAs based on up-to-the-minute conditions.
The biggest surprise: How handy the Live Activities feature proved to be. See the number of stops until you reach your destination, right on your Lock Screen!
Our favorite discovery: That taking a bus to a bike share is often the most efficient way to get somewhere. We sometimes get stuck in a subway rut, but Citymapper’s smart algorithm has opened our eyes to all the options around us.