Imagine strolling through the historic streets of a city, guided not by a human tour guide but by an artificial intelligence that weaves together captivating narratives, historical facts, and anecdotes with unparalleled precision.
That paragraph was written by ChatGPT, version 3.5 of the OpenAI app, when asked to describe its ability to create walking tours. The AI app’s potential as a travel agent and itinerary planner has been both praised and panned, so I’m testing its chops in the city I know best: Sydney.