Get around more easily with wheelchair accessible walking routes in Google Maps

With the option to request wheelchair-accessible walking routes rolling out globally on iOS and Android wherever Google has data available, you can get stair-free routes when you request walking directions in Maps. Not only is this helpful for people who use wheelchairs, but it’s also useful for people traveling with things like luggage or strollers.

This feature builds on the wheelchair-accessible transit navigation option in Maps that shows you step-free transit routes. If you’ve already selected the wheelchair-accessible option in your transit preferences, this will automatically be applied to walking routes as well. If you haven’t, just tap the three dots at the top of the screen when you request walking directions, and toggle “wheelchair-accessible” on under route options to receive stair-free directions.