A new way to discover places with generative AI in Maps

Google is launching an early access experiment that uses generative AI to help users discover places in Maps, rolling out this week to select Local Guides in the U.S. Users describe what they want in natural language, and Google's large-language models analyze Maps information about more than 250 million places along with insights from over 300 million contributors to suggest where to go. Results are grouped into categories with photo carousels and review summaries, and follow-up questions such as "How about lunch?" or "What about options for kids?" refine the suggestions. Google says Local Guides' feedback will help shape the feature before it reaches everyone over time.