What is Apple Maps?
Apple Maps is available on the web as well as on Apple devices, with search, directions and place cards. On devices it adds detailed 3D city views and Look Around street-level imagery in many cities.
Free
Apple Maps
Apple Maps in the browser: directions, places and Look Around
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Community
- Price
- Free
- Sign-up
- Not needed
- View
- Flat map
What you can do
- Search and directions
- Place cards and guides
- Satellite view
The details
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Continuously (community edits)
- Data source
- Apple and partners
- Made by
- Apple (company)
- Price
- Free
- Account
- No account needed
- On phones
- Phone app available
- Map view
- Flat map
Tips for using Apple Maps
- Use Guides on Apple devices to find curated lists of places.
Who it is for
Apple Maps is especially useful for travelers.
Questions about Apple Maps
Is Apple Maps free?
Yes. Apple Maps is free to use.
Do I need an account to use Apple Maps?
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is Apple Maps updated?
It changes continuously as the community adds and edits information.
Where does Apple Maps get its data?
Apple and partners.
Can I use Apple Maps on my phone?
Yes. There is a phone app (iPhone), and the website also works in a browser.
What are some alternatives to Apple Maps?
Similar maps include Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, map.geo.admin.ch and Géoportail. See the full list of Apple Maps alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about Apple Maps. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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