What are the best places to visit?

Emblem Passports guide you to the best cultural sites, hidden gems, and must-see attractions. Each passport is a curated self-guided tour created by local experts.

How do I find things to do nearby?

Download the free Emblem app and browse passports for your area. Each passport shows you local attractions, cultural sites, and hidden gems with GPS directions.

Is Emblem free to use?

Yes! The Emblem app is free to download and many passports are free. It's your personal self-guided tour guide with digital souvenirs you collect at each location.

How It Works | Emblem

Six simple steps

From download to your first Emblem in minutes

Download the free app

Get Emblem: Digital Souvenirs on iOS or Android. Create your free account in seconds and you're ready to start exploring.

Explore the map

Open the app to see a world map filled with Emblems – unique digital artworks created by local artists and linked to real places. Each pin represents a collectible piece of art waiting to be discovered.

Visit the location

Travel to the location of an Emblem you want to collect. The app uses GPS verification to confirm you're actually there – no cheating allowed!

Collect your Emblem

When your GPS confirms you're at the right spot, tap to collect. The Emblem becomes yours – a verified digital souvenir proving you were there.

Learn the story

Each Emblem comes with cultural and historical context about the location. Discover the stories behind the places you visit and deepen your connection to them.

Build your personal passport

Your collected Emblems form a personal archive of cultural memories – places you've been, stories you've discovered. Share individual emblems if you choose; your collection is yours to keep.

What makes Emblem different?

More than just a check-in app

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Real digital art

Each Emblem is a unique artwork created by a real artist who knows or explored the location. Not stock photos – genuine creative work.

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GPS verified

You must physically be at the location to collect. Your Emblem proves you were actually there – a verified memory, not a screenshot.

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Cultural context

Learn the history and stories behind each location. Emblem transforms tourism into cultural education.

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Supporting artists

Artists earn from their work. When you collect an Emblem, you're supporting the creative economy of the places you visit.

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