Esri's Living Atlas of the World is a huge collection of maps, apps and data layers: demographics, imagery, environment, infrastructure and live feeds, contributed by Esri, governments and organisations.
Many layers can be opened and explored directly in the browser.
What you can do
Browse thousands of curated layers
Live feeds such as weather and traffic
Apps and story maps
The details
Coverage
Worldwide
Updates
Continuously (community edits)
Data source
Esri, governments and organisations
Made by
Esri (company)
Price
Free
Account
Free to view, account for extras
On phones
Best on a computer
Map view
Flat map
Tips for using ArcGIS Living Atlas
Filter by "Subscriber content" vs public content; some layers need an ArcGIS account.
Who it is for
ArcGIS Living Atlas is especially useful for researchers & analysts, urban planners and students.
No account is needed to view the map. Signing in unlocks extra features such as saving, alerts or more detail.
How often is ArcGIS Living Atlas updated?
It changes continuously as the community adds and edits information.
Where does ArcGIS Living Atlas get its data?
Esri, governments and organisations.
Can I use ArcGIS Living Atlas on my phone?
It opens on phones, but it works best on a computer with a larger screen.
What are some alternatives to ArcGIS Living Atlas?
Similar maps include Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Apple Maps and map.geo.admin.ch. See the full list of ArcGIS Living Atlas alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about ArcGIS Living Atlas. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.