How to write helpful reviews at train stations

Restaurants, hotels, and stores are some of the most popular types of places to review on Google Maps. A review can inspired by great service, an exciting collection of products, or a unique menu. However, it’s equally important to add reviews of everyday places such as the train or subway station you commute through each morning.

Here are some helpful tips for writing train station reviews.

Describe cleanliness, crowds, and service

Help others know what to expect when they get there. How frequently do the trains come? Is service often delayed? Are trains too crowded during rush hour? Including answers to these questions can help people better plan their travel.

Include info about convenient amenities

Restrooms, Wi-Fi, charging stations, or an information booth are just a few examples of helpful details to include in your train station reviews.

Share what makes the station special

Some train stations, such as Grand Central Terminal shown above, are iconic thanks to their remarkable architecture, location, and dining options. Other stations are special thanks to beautiful art adorning the walls or exciting street performers practicing their craft. These details will be interesting to include for art and culture lovers. Tell others about great places to shop at the station or pick up a to-go meal.

Include a helpful tip for first-time visitors

For example, many reviewers at metro stations in Paris tell others to be cautious of pickpockets and hold their belongings close. In New York City, reviewers recommend getting a 7-Day Unlimited Pass for visitors staying a full week. Be sure to include any advice you think might be useful for others to know.

Add details about accessibility

Public transportation can be one of the best ways to get around cities, but that presents a challenge for people with mobility needs. Information about which stations are wheelchair friendly isn’t always easy to find. That’s why it’s so important to include these details in your reviews. Let others know whether or not there’s elevator access, ramps, or step-free entrances.

What other details do you wish more people included in their reviews? Have you written a great train station review? Share it with us in the comments below!

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Nice where are you

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It is great! Thanks so much

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Great suggestion! Thank you :slight_smile:

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Great tip! I travel a lot in my country using public transport. I’ll write more about them!

Unfortunately the reviews for stations are hidden in the first place on Google Maps because the it first shows the live timetable. I think Google could improve this feature for stations.

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Hello guys I am new here so I don’t know where exactly should I ask my doubt so I want to know what happens if we submit a meet up and it didn’t get approved. basically my question is it is mandatory for every meet up to get approved then only can we proceed? Please help me with this

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Nice ,welldone

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Thank you @AriMar for sharing that useful tips!

really appreciated!

also, I’ve one suggestion while adding a review!

I always prefer to take 360 photos of the place so this will be more helpful!

Thank you!

Happy Mapping & Keep Contributing :slight_smile:

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Very clear explanations, thanks for the tips.

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Wao @AriMar ,

Amazing post. I learn from every post and this post is really very helpful. Would to see more amazing post.

Thank you very much.

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Thanks for the tip, appreciate it!!

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hey hi have you apply yet

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Very good one. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us

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GReat

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I totally agree! this is really helpful,

I am never sure how to get from stations/airport to the city, in a safe and cheap way of course

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Hello @RahulSinghRajput

Please read this post to know the process and also get useful tips on how to get your meetup request approved ; https://maps.google.com/localguides/meetup/how-to.

Since you are new on connect you may want to can introduce yourself in here first; Introduce Yourself,

I hope this helps

Cheers

demolawaluk

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How can I get the links of my posts?

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thank you so much! these is all new to me

I dont undertand how to create the post to introduce myself, but i was able to read other examples

what should i do?

thank you,

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Hi @AriMar ,

Thanks for sharing this with us.

It was really helpful.

Thanks again.

#LetsGuide

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Thanks AriMar for your valuable tips.

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