Access Mars: Stand on Mars with the Curiosity rover, in your browser. Dark Site Finder: Find a dark place to see the stars near you.
| Access Mars | Dark Site Finder | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Space, Planets & Sky Maps | Environment & Wildlife Maps |
| Coverage | Mars (Gale Crater) | Worldwide, sites mainly in North America |
| Updates | Static archive | Static archive |
| Data source | NASA JPL Curiosity imagery | Satellite night light data |
| Made by | Google and NASA JPL | Dark Site Finder |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Works well on phones |
| Map view | 3D | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Access Mars
- 3D Mars terrain from Curiosity imagery
- Guided tour
- Works in VR headsets
What you can do with Dark Site Finder
- Light pollution overlay
- Recommended dark sites
- Simple and fast
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.