Historical maps of Scotland, Britain and the world, including side-by-side viewers
The National Library of Scotland offers one of the best online collections of historical maps, especially Ordnance Survey maps of Great Britain from the 19th and 20th centuries. Its georeferenced viewers let you compare old and new maps side by side or with a transparency slider.
National Library of Scotland Maps is especially useful for history lovers, researchers & analysts and map lovers.
Yes. National Library of Scotland Maps is free to use.
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
It is updated from time to time when new data or versions are released.
National Library of Scotland collections.
Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.
Similar maps include David Rumsey Map Collection, Old Maps Online, Library of Congress Maps and OpenHistoricalMap. See the full list of National Library of Scotland Maps alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about National Library of Scotland Maps. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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