Google Maps

Navigation for everyday travel

Google Maps is a mapping and local search app for drivers, walkers, cyclists, public transport users, and anyone looking for nearby places. It provides turn-by-turn directions, route planning, traffic information, and location details for businesses and other destinations. The app suits users who want one tool for getting around, checking a place before visiting, and finding services in an unfamiliar area.

Routes and map tools

• Get navigation for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport.
• Use live traffic information and route changes to respond to incidents and delays.
• Download selected map areas for navigation when a data connection is unavailable.
• Explore locations with Street View, panoramic imagery, and other visual map information.
• Use camera-based walking guidance in supported areas to help identify the right direction.

Find places and plan visits

Google Maps also works as a local discovery guide. Search for restaurants, shops, hotels, services, attractions, and other points of interest, then compare details such as ratings, cuisine, price information, opening hours, and busy periods where available. Business profiles can include photos, reviews, contact details, directions, and information about entrances or nearby parking.

Usage and app details

The app is published by Google LLC in the Travel & Local category. It has more than 10,000,000,000 installs and a listed rating of 3.17 from 19,302,412 reviews. Because it combines navigation, public transport information, local search, and map imagery, it can be useful both for regular commutes and for planning trips in places you do not know well. Continuous location tracking, traffic updates, and camera features may use more battery than basic map browsing.