Digital guides for parks and gardens

Pladia helps parks and gardens connect visitors to nature with intuitive digital guides. Our browser-based Progressive Web Apps (PWA) make it easy for guests to explore trails, discover plant collections, find amenities, and access seasonal programs in one place.

A mobile phone screen displaying a cultural precinct’s ‘What’s On’ guide with free activities and family-friendly events, part of Pladia’s Progressive Web App for visitor information.

Support everyday visits and seasonal programs

Make every visit more engaging with structured navigation, rich media storytelling, and easy access to event details. Pladia’s Progressive Web App (PWA) runs in any browser, so visitors can scan a QR code and instantly access trails, activity highlights, and programs, and more.

Mobile guide for Inner City Gardens showing free activities and seasonal trails, helping visitors explore park attractions, events, and nature experiences in one digital platform.
Abstract map graphic highlighting Pladia Pathways feature, showing a connected route through park attractions including seasonal blooms, a kids’ trail, and waterfront activities.

Connect every garden, trail, and public space

Large outdoor destinations often feel fragmented, with plant displays, play areas, and events spread across wide grounds. Pladia links all your spaces digitally, helping guests move seamlessly between zones and experience the park as one connected destination.

Wayfinding with landmark-based navigation

Exploring a large park can be confusing. Pathways provides clear, step-by-step navigation that guides visitors between trails, gardens, amenities, and activity areas without relying on GPS or beacons.

Digital map of a cultural precinct showing landmark-based navigation with directions from Adventure Playground to Haven Coffee, displayed on Pladia’s wayfinding app.

Keep visitors informed

Keep visitors updated with seasonal activities, guided walks, and outdoor events. Publish changes or new information in real time, eliminating the need for reprinted signage or static noticeboards.

A mobile phone screen displaying a cultural precinct’s ‘What’s On’ guide with free activities and family-friendly events, part of Pladia’s Progressive Web App for visitor information.

Accessible audio

Visitors can listen with headphones, hold their phone to their ear, or read a transcript. Ideal for children, non-English speakers, or visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Mobile screen offering audio guide options in a city park, with choices for headphones, phone-to-ear listening, or transcript mode for accessible visitor experiences.

Immersive audio for open-air events

From after-dark trails to seasonal festivals, Event Sync delivers perfectly timed audio across your site. Visitors hear immersive soundscapes, narration, or music through their own device. A simple way to create rich, audio-led experiences at scale.

A person holds a smartphone displaying the Event Sync interface for “Night Lights in the Gardens,” an outdoor event running from January 3–7. The screen shows event details, listening instructions, a start button, and partner logos for Melbourne Art Fund and Port City Council, emphasizing digital audio guidance for park visitors.

Identify insights for future planning

Use built-in analytics and feedback tools to understand how visitors engage with digital content on-site. Track usage, popular stops, and dwell time to improve engagement, increase digital uptake, and support ongoing content strategy.

Key features

Unlock innovative opportunities for storytelling, navigation, and engagement.

Feature

Pathways

Offer step-by-step indoor and outdoor navigation that adapts to how people explore. No beacons, no downloads—just intuitive wayfinding that works in real spaces, in real time.
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Feature

Audio Access+

Let visitors listen their way with phone speakers, transcripts, or headphones. No extra hardware needed—just a smartphone for accessible, on-demand audio in any setting.
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Feature

Tours

Guide visitors every step of the way. Configure and publish tailored paths that highlight key stops, stories, or spaces - adapted to any audience or environment.
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Feature

Accessibility

Make every visit inclusive with step-free routes, multilingual content, screen reader support, and adjustable text sizes. Designed to meet diverse needs across languages and abilities.
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Visitor Analytics & Feedback

Track visitor behavior, content views, and engagement trends. Use real-time data to measure impact, improve storytelling, and make informed decisions about what’s working.
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How digital tools improve park navigation and storytelling

01

Launch seasonal trails and themed tours

Design and publish interactive tours highlighting seasonal blooms, rare plant displays, or special garden themes. Trails update dynamically so visitors always see what’s in season and where to find it.

02

Real-time updates for events and programs

Promote guided walks, outdoor concerts, night garden light shows, and family activities with instant digital updates. Keep visitors informed without relying on static signage or printed flyers.

03

Conservation and education storytelling

Bring your park’s mission to life with multimedia stories about plant research, sustainability efforts, and wildlife conservation projects. Visitors can access rich audio, images, and videos that deepen their connection to nature.

04

Smarter navigation across large outdoor spaces

Help visitors find gardens, trails, and amenities without confusion. Landmark-based navigation shows walking times, accessible paths, and routes that work even in low-connectivity areas.

05

Tailored digital experiences for families, schools, and groups

Offer structured tours and content tailored to group visits, including accessible features, flexible navigation options, and rich interpretation for education and family audiences.

06

Reduce reliance on printed maps and signage

Lower operating costs and improve accuracy by moving wayfinding, updates, and interpretation into a browser-based digital guide. Changes go live instantly without reprints or manual updates.

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Analytics to understand and enhance visitor engagement

Gain insights into how guests use your park, from popular trails to high-engagement exhibits. Use data to optimize paths, plan new attractions, and improve the overall visitor experience.

Empower

Unlock a new era of visitor interaction with innovative, adaptable tools for creating a digital companion as unique as your campus.

Your own PWA—not another portfolio app
Storytelling and navigation combined
Analytics and Visitor Feedback

Event Sync

Deliver high-fidelity audio to visitors’ headphones with lip-sync precision to visuals on screens, projections, and public displays.

Browser-based—no app download required
Ready to go live in days
Unlimited number of end users
White-label configuration