Maps' new update is also designed to help you beat the winter blues with a little help from Gemini. Just type in something like “fun winter activities in NYC” and let the ideas roll in. Once you find a spot that catches your eye, you can check for perks like free parking and get the lowdown from user reviews summarized with Gemini.

With Google Maps' latest update, you spend less time figuring out where you're going and more time doing what needs to get done.

If you're a last-minute shopper, Google Maps has you covered this holiday season. If you're someone who saves your shopping until the very end, you can now search for products in Google Maps to find nearby stores that have them in stock.