Best City Map Apps & Games

197+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

Citymapper is the household name in city map, but it's far from the only option. We track 197+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top City Map Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Citymapper: All Live TransitCitymapper: All Live TransitFree4.9★ (104K)YesYesJul 2026
2CityMaps2Go – Offline MapsCityMaps2Go – Offline MapsFree4.6★ (5.1K)NoYesJul 2026
3Tube Map - London UndergroundTube Map - London UndergroundFree4.7★ (19K)YesYesJul 2026
4New York Subway MTA Map NYCNew York Subway MTA Map NYCFree4.6★ (109K)YesYesJul 2026
5Google MapsGoogle MapsFree4.7★ (7.3M)YesYesJul 2026
6City Rail Map - Travel OfflineCity Rail Map - Travel OfflineFree4.6★ (3.5K)NoYesJul 2026
7City Map - Ann ArborCity Map - Ann ArborFree3.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
8Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (959K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for City Map

Citymapper: All Live Transit#1

Citymapper: All Live Transit by Citymapper Limited

Live Bus, Subway, Train Times
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.9😊(104K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#16in Navigation
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Plan and navigate your journeys using real-time public transit, ride-sharing, and micro-mobility options. Get turn-by-turn directions, live updates, and compare travel times and costs across various modes of transport.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent navigation
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚇 Comprehensive public transport information
  • 🗺️ Accurate route planning

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate schedule information
  • 🔧 Unreliable live updates
  • 🚧 Limited coverage in some cities
CityMaps2Go – Offline Maps#2

CityMaps2Go – Offline Maps by Kulemba GmbH

for Travel, Cycling & Hiking
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.6😞(5.1K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides detailed offline maps for travelers, cyclists, and hikers, covering over 150 countries and millions of places. Plan trips, save destinations, and navigate streets, footpaths, and bikeways without needing an internet connection.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Excellent offline maps
  • 📍 Accurate GPS location tracking
  • 💾 Ability to download maps for offline use
  • 🔖 Useful for marking and saving locations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Offline maps not working as expected
  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
  • 💾 Issues with downloading and syncing maps
Tube Map - London Underground#3

Tube Map - London Underground by Mapway Inc.

TfL city map live planner
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😞(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Tube Map - London Underground screenshot 1
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Tube Map - London Underground screenshot 5
Tube Map - London Underground screenshot 6

Navigate London's transport network with this comprehensive app. It features the official TfL Tube map, live line status updates, and an offline journey planner with step-by-step directions. Find nearby stations and save favorite routes for seamless travel.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent for navigating London
  • 🗺️ Helpful offline map
  • ⏱️ Accurate route planning
  • 📍 Highlights nearby landmarks

Room to Improve

  • 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads
  • 🔍 Lack of transparency around premium features
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes

More City Map apps to explore

4
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
Live NY Routes & Transit Times
Free

Navigate New York City's subway system with official MTA maps and a smart route planner. Get live service status, countdown clocks, and offline access to help you travel efficiently. Plan routes to popular attractions and save your favorite stations.

Official MTA subway mapsTransit route plannerOffline functionality
🗺️ Navigation
(109K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Google Maps
Google Maps
Google Maps
Places, navigation & traffic
Free

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

Real-time GPS navigationLive traffic dataPublic transport updates
🗺️ Navigation
(7.3M)
free with in-app purchases
6
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
Transit for Subway Metro Train
Free

Navigate public transit in major cities worldwide without an internet connection. Find stations, plan routes with distance and travel time, and get walking directions to your destination. Save favorite locations for quick access.

Offline rail mapsGlobal city coverageStation proximity
✈️ Travel
(3.5K)
free with in-app purchases
7
City Map - Ann Arbor
City Map - Ann Arbor
City Map - Ann Arbor
by MagneticOne
Free

Access real-time and static information for quick decision-making. This navigation tool helps users make informed choices on the go.

View static informationView dynamic informationFast decision-making support
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
free
8
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Free

Navigate your city with real-time public transit information. Plan routes, track vehicles, and receive instant alerts for buses and trains in over 1,000 cities worldwide. Save favorite destinations for quick trip planning.

Real-time departure timesLive vehicle trackingFastest route planning
🗺️ Navigation
(959K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Visit A City
Visit A City
Visit A City
Your personal travel guide
Free

Plan your city sightseeing trips with a customized itinerary and book tours and activities easily. Discover landmarks, historical sites, and hidden gems with comprehensive guides and reviews.

Customized itinerary creationBook tours and activitiesDiscover landmarks and hidden gems
✈️ Travel
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Guess The City: Map Quiz
Guess The City: Map Quiz
Guess The City: Map Quiz
Map trivia - Geo Guessing
Free

Test your geography knowledge by identifying cities from their maps. Compete with yourself to build streaks and improve your accuracy. Offers daily challenges and a pro version for unlimited play and advanced features.

Guess city from mapDistance and direction feedbackDaily challenges
🎮 Games
(3)
freemium
11
World Map +
World Map +
World Map +
Quick Reference World Maps
Free

Access essential world maps for quick reference and navigation. Explore political, detailed, and time zone maps, with interesting facts about countries. Works online and offline, ideal for students, travelers, and curious minds.

Quick access to essential world mapsPolitical, Detailed, and Time Zones MapsEasy map switching
🔍 Reference
(7.1K)
ad-supported
12
City Map Clearwater
City Map Clearwater
City Map Clearwater
by MagneticOne
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
13
Metro France: Offline City Map
Metro France: Offline City Map
Metro France: Offline City Map
Paris and Lyon Metro Planner
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
14
CityMaps2Go Pro  Offline Maps
CityMaps2Go Pro  Offline Maps
CityMaps2Go Pro Offline Maps
for Travel, Cycling & Hiking
$11.99

This app provides detailed offline maps for travelers, cyclists, and hikers, featuring worldwide coverage, in-depth content, and trip planning tools. It ensures you have access to navigation and information even without an internet connection, saving on data roaming costs.

Offline mapsWorldwide coverageDetailed content with photos and tips
✈️ Travel
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Split Travel Guide and Offline City Map
Split Travel Guide and Offline City Map
Split Travel Guide and Offline City Map
by eTips LTD
Free

This app provides a comprehensive offline travel guide with interactive maps, points of interest, and practical tips for navigating cities. It helps travelers explore attractions, find amenities, and move around without an internet connection.

100% offline travel guideZoomable offline mapsInteractive points of interest
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free with in-app purchases
16
Manila Travel Guide and Offline City Map
Manila Travel Guide and Offline City Map
Manila Travel Guide and Offline City Map
by eTips LTD
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
17
Lille Travel Guide and Offline City Map & Metro
Lille Travel Guide and Offline City Map & Metro
Lille Travel Guide and Offline City Map & Metro
by eTips LTD
Free

This offline travel guide provides comprehensive information for exploring a city. It features interactive maps, points of interest, and practical tips for navigating, shopping, and nightlife. Designed for use without an internet connection, it helps travelers make the most of their visit.

100% offline travel guideZoomable offline regional mapsInteractive points of interest
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
18
Golden Tours – City Guide
Golden Tours – City Guide
Golden Tours – City Guide
Maps, audio guides & tickets
Free

Navigate and explore London, Windsor, and York with real-time maps, audio guides, and ticket management. Discover attractions, plan journeys with live bus updates, and enjoy self-guided tours. Purchase tickets securely within the app.

Real-time route mapsLive bus arrival updatesAudio guides for tours
✈️ Travel
(146)
free with in-app purchases
19
Wroclaw Dwarfs: City Map Hunt
Wroclaw Dwarfs: City Map Hunt
Wroclaw Dwarfs: City Map Hunt
Collect gnomes, explore & play
Free

Explore Wrocław by turning the city into a real-life adventure game. Find hidden gnome statues on an interactive map, learn their stories, and build a personal collection. Compete with others and enjoy a gamified urban quest.

Interactive GPS map for gnome discoveryReal-life collection by proximityGnome stories and historical facts
✈️ Travel
(0)
free with in-app purchases
20
ROME Travel Guide & City Map
ROME Travel Guide & City Map
ROME Travel Guide & City Map
City Audio Tours & Offline Map
Free

Explore Rome at your own pace with detailed self-guided walking tours and an offline GPS map. Discover 97 landmarks with audio narration, text, and images, making it easy to navigate the city without internet access.

Two self-guided walking tours97 landmarks with audio, text, and imagesFully functional offline GPS map
✈️ Travel
(13)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about City Map

What are the best city map apps & games for iPhone?
Citymapper: All Live Transit tops our city map apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 104K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top city map apps & games we rank are free to download, including Citymapper: All Live Transit and CityMaps2Go – Offline Maps.
Citymapper: All Live Transit shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 197+ city map apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Citymapper is a comprehensive urban mobility app that helps you plan and navigate your journeys. It compares real-time travel options across public transport, ride-sharing, cycling, and walking, providing turn-by-turn directions and live updates.
Key features include real-time trip planning that combines multiple transport modes, step-by-step navigation for all journey types, live wait times and ETAs for buses and trains, integration with ride-sharing and bike-sharing services, personalized alerts for transit lines, and offline map access for select cities.

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