Best Historical Imagery Apps

Google Earth

Examine the planet

Free

Explore the world like never before with our immersive mapping application. View high-resolution satellite imagery, 3D terrain, buildings, and street views to experience the planet in incredible detail. Start exploring today!

MyHeritage: Family Tree & DNA

Genealogy, Ancestry, Ethnicity

Free

Discover and preserve your family's history with an intuitive application that helps you create and manage your family tree, connect with relatives worldwide, and explore your genetic heritage. Start uncovering your roots today!

Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide

World Map: Countries & States

Free

Explore a comprehensive 3D globe application that serves as a guide to Planet Earth, offering detailed information about countries, landmarks, and geographic features. Immerse yourself in a virtual tour of the world and enhance your geographical knowledge.

Globe Earth 3D - Live Map

GPS Live Earth Navigation

Free

Explore the wonders of the world with this interactive 3D globe that offers political and physical maps, weather information, and over 100 geographic objects. Set stunning 3D Earth wallpapers and discover nearby places with live satellite views. Experience the globe in a whole new way!

Time Portal: Heritage Vault

History Photos: Then and Now

Free

$7.99 | 100% OFF

Explore historical photos from around the world, dating back to 1825, and discover how places have changed over time. Search by location, filter by year, and compare past and present with this personal time machine, perfect for history lovers, travelers, and anyone curious about the past.

HISTORY Vault

by A&E Television Networks Mobile

Free

Explore over 2,000 commercial-free documentaries and specials from ancient history to modern warfare with new videos added weekly. Subscribe for $4.99/month or $49.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Watch your favorite HISTORY Channel series and enjoy content available in the United States.

OldMapsOnline - History & Maps

Unveil the World's History

Free

Explore over 250,000 high-resolution historical maps from the 15th to 20th century with location-based browsing and GPS positioning features. Discover a touch of history in your hand by downloading the app now!

SpyMeSat

Satellite imagery and tasking

Free

The application provides users with real-time access to commercial and unclassified satellite imagery. It offers features such as satellite overflight notifications, on-demand access to high-resolution satellite images, and the ability to request new satellite imagery. This app aims to make satellite imagery more readily available to the public, industry, and government.

GPS Camera 55. Field Survey

Location, text, time on photo

Free

Capture and stamp photos with location, date, address, and notes, while also adding hand-drawn annotations. Search and organize photos easily. Try it now for efficient field surveys.

History Hit

A new kind of history channel

Free

Discover a new kind of history experience with a robust library of documentaries, podcasts, and exclusive interviews featuring top historians. Explore key historical events and insights from experts, all available for offline viewing. Join now to start your historical journey!

Pexels

High-quality photos and videos

Free

Access millions of high-quality, free photos and videos from a diverse library donated by talented photographers worldwide. Join the community, share your own work, and get inspired daily. Give back to artists and create collections of your favorite visuals.

Google Arts & Culture

See artworks, museums and more

Free

Discover a vast collection of artworks, cultural artifacts, and virtual tours from museums around the world on this innovative platform. Immerse yourself in the world of art and history through high-resolution images, 360-degree videos, and educational resources. Explore, learn, and expand your horizons with a click of a button!

Spartan Forge: Hunt

Hunt, Scout, Map, and America

Free

Discover the ultimate all-in-one hunting companion with industry-leading AI technology. Enhance your hunting experience with high-resolution maps, real-time pin sharing, group coordination, and valuable insights on property ownership and timber layers. Start your digital scouting journey today for seamless planning and execution of your outdoor adventures.

Pixabay

Stock images and videos

Free

Discover a comprehensive library of free stock images, cliparts, vector graphics, and video clips with Creative Commons CC0 licensing through our app. Enjoy features like fast search, image viewer, and social interaction. Join us to explore a world of visual content at your fingertips - share, create, and connect seamlessly.

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping

Route Planning & Navigation

Free

Plan and navigate your next outdoor adventure with our backcountry mapping app, offering real-time decision-making tools, offline map downloads, GPS tracking, and shared map collaboration. Access a range of map layers including topography, weather forecasts, satellite imagery, and more. Start exploring today!

MAPAS: Live Street View & GPS

Earth Google Maps, Satellite

Free

Experience a 360° street view adventure with our app offering precise navigation, real-time weather updates, subway maps, compass, and live street views. Explore nearby places, save favorites, and enjoy the blend of Apple Maps and Google Maps for an exceptional travel journey. Download now for an extraordinary travel experience!