Best Historical Maps Apps

200+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Finding the right historical maps app can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 200+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Top Picks for Historical Maps

OldMapsOnline - History & Maps#1

OldMapsOnline - History & Maps by Klokan Technologies

Unveil the World's History
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
3.3😞(8 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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!

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Great access to historical maps
  • 💡 Incredible resource for genealogists and historians
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
  • 🔍 Difficulty zooming and navigating maps
  • 📷 Poor map resolution and image quality
Earth Timelapse - Street maps#3

Earth Timelapse - Street maps by 国辉 满

Make Earth Map video & street
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.7(212 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore Earth's history with a powerful geographic information tool that lets you observe historical imagery changes globally over time, from urban development to natural events. Features include simultaneous Google Street View and Apple Look Around display, timeline selection, search functionality, imagery playback, speed adjustment, and historical imagery recording for research, urban planning, and educational purposes. Contact us for feedback or questions and refer to our privacy policy for information on data usage.

More Historical Maps apps to explore

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Earth Maps
Earth Maps
Earth Maps
Historical Imagery&Street View
Free

Explore historical imagery and maps of Earth's past with this innovative application. Journey through time and discover how the world has evolved. Start exploring today!

🗺️ Navigation
(1.1K)
5
Historic Aerials
Historic Aerials
Historic Aerials
Property History/Aerial Photos
Free
🔍 Reference
(37)
6
MapChart App
MapChart App
MapChart App
Create Custom Maps
Free

Create custom maps easily with this app! Design unique visual representations of data and information effortlessly. Try it now for free and turn your ideas into stunning maps!

🎨 Graphics & Design
(1K)
7
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Property lines & owner info
Free

Discover the perfect piece of land with Acres! Access comprehensive data on various properties to make informed decisions. Find your ideal plot today!

💼 Business
(1.9K)
8
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
Digger's Map: Find Minerals
The best geology tool!
Free

Explore the depths with Digger's Map! Uncover valuable minerals, track geological data, and make your discoveries with this top geology app! Start your mapping journey today.

🗺️ Navigation
(460)
9
Vetus Maps
Vetus Maps
Vetus Maps
by Andrey Fetisov
Free

The application allows users to overlay historical maps on modern maps, enabling exploration of old landscapes and locations. Key features include map transparency adjustment, download catalog, location marking, and GPS tracking. The premium subscription provides access to all maps and the ability to download third-party or user-created maps, making it a valuable tool for historians, archaeologists, and outdoor enthusiasts.

🗺️ Navigation
(20)
10
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
USGS Topographical Maps
Free

This application allows users to download and access USGS topographic maps offline, with features such as GPS navigation, map rotation, and measurement tools, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and camping. Users can also import geospatial PDF maps and purchase a subscription for unlimited map downloads and additional features.

🗺️ Navigation
(163)
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World Map +
World Map +
World Map +
Quick Reference World Maps
Free

Explore quick reference world maps with features like political and detailed world maps, world time zones map, and easy map switching. Access offline and online maps for convenient viewing on your device.

🔍 Reference
(7.1K)
12
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
GPS, Trails, Hiking, Offroad
Free

Explore maps offline with Avenza Maps for GPS tracking, hiking, and off-road adventures. Never get lost with this handy offline mapping tool.

🗺️ Navigation
(125K)
13
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
MapQuest GPS Navigation & Maps
Get directions & avoid traffic
Free

Discover a powerful GPS navigation app that provides reliable directions, real-time traffic updates, and a user-friendly interface for seamless travel planning. Stay on track, save time, and enjoy hassle-free commuting with this essential tool for all your driving needs.

🗺️ Navigation
(21K)
14
Historical Atlas
Historical Atlas
Historical Atlas
Changes of human civilization
$9.99

Explore the rich history of human civilization on a global map, tracing the rise and fall of empires, dynasties, and civilizations from 3000 BC to 1900 AD. Switch between landscape and portrait modes for an immersive experience, and discover key events and stories that shaped the world.

🔍 Reference
(18)
15
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
Top-rated mobile trip planner
Free

Explore detailed maps, navigate with offline access, receive live traffic updates, plan routes, and discover points of interest with this versatile travel companion. Discover the world around you effortlessly.

✈️ Travel
(5.5K)
16
OldView: Historic City Tourism
OldView: Historic City Tourism
OldView: Historic City Tourism
Historic Photo Travel Maps
Free

Explore a historic photo travel app that brings old images to life at their original locations. Contribute your own historical photos and engage with a community passionate about preserving and sharing the past.

✈️ Travel
(71)
17
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Sketch & annotate on world map
Free
📊 Productivity
(67)
18
Battle Maps: America’s Wars
Battle Maps: America’s Wars
Battle Maps: America’s Wars
by American Battlefield Trust
Free

Explore the American Civil War through detailed battle maps, allowing you to examine crucial events and conflicts in remarkable detail. With GPS-enabled maps, locate your position on historic battle lines, follow in the footsteps of soldiers, and plan your battlefield visit or experience the history from the comfort of your home.

📚 Education
(28)
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Taipei Historical Maps
Taipei Historical Maps
Taipei Historical Maps
by Academia Sinica Digital Center 中央研究院數位文化中心
Free

Explore old Taipei with a swipe of your finger, using a unique app that combines historical maps and photographs from 1895-1974 with present-day Google Maps and Street View. Discover how Taipei has changed over time and experience its rich history through geographical location referencing and visual archives.

🗺️ Navigation
(4)
20
Tainan Historical Maps
Tainan Historical Maps
Tainan Historical Maps
by Academia Sinica Digital Center 中央研究院數位文化中心
Free

This application allows users to explore old maps and photos of Tainan from 1875 to 1978, comparing them to current Google Maps and Street View to "travel in time" and relive the city's past. By using the device's mobile positioning function, users can see how the city has changed as they walk around, with access to 11 historic maps and 129 vintage photos.

🗺️ Navigation
(3)