Best Map Art Apps & Games

250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

18 free apps & games

Updated July 2026

Out of 250+ map art apps and games on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Map Art Apps & Games (July 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Cartora - Map Art	Free	5.0★ (4)	No	Yes	Jul 2026
2	MapBloom - City Map Art	Free	—	No	Yes	Jun 2026
3	City Art - Illustrate with map	Free	4.2★ (102)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	MapChart App	Free	4.8★ (4.7K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	Map Canvas: Draw on Maps	Free	4.5★ (91)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
6	Google Earth	Free	4.0★ (47K)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	Paint the World — GPS Map Art	Free	—	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
8	Cartographica	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026

Top Picks for Map Art

#1

Cartora - Map Art by Kidus Degefu

Turn places into art

Editor's Choice

🎨 Graphics & Design

5.0(4 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Create personalized wall art inspired by cities, neighborhoods, and meaningful locations. Turn places that matter into custom poster designs, perfect for gifts or home decor. High-resolution downloads are available for purchase.

#2

MapBloom - City Map Art by Alergeek Ventures sp. z o.o.

Turn Locations Into Content

Strong Contender

✈️ Travel

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#3

City Art - Illustrate with map by Marcus Carlsson

Draw minimal and artful animal

Worth Considering

🎬 Entertainment

4.2(102 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Transform your favorite locations into unique, artful illustrations. Color streets and areas on maps to create personalized artwork inspired by special places. Share your creations with others.

More Map Art apps to explore

Create Custom Maps

Create custom maps by coloring them with various tools and options. Save, load, and share your creations. Offers a wide selection of map types, from world and historical maps to fantasy and video game maps.

Wide variety of map typesIntuitive map coloringCustomizable map elements

🎨 Graphics & Design

free with in-app purchases

Map Canvas: Draw on Maps

Map Canvas: Draw on Maps

Map Canvas: Draw on Maps

Draw & annotate on world map

This app allows users to sketch, annotate, and plan routes directly on a world map. It supports importing and exporting geographic data files and offers tools for drawing and pathfinding. Users can also share their map creations online.

Draw and annotate on world mapsPathfinding toolsImport GeoJSON and GPX files

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

Examine the planet

Explore the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D terrain. Dive into streets with Street View and create collaborative, data-driven maps from anywhere.

High-resolution satellite imagery3D terrain and building explorationStreet View 360° perspectives

Paint the World — GPS Map Art

Paint the World — GPS Map Art

Paint the World — GPS Map Art

Walk, Paint & Claim Your City

Design Maps, Build Worlds

Map Art & Poster Creator

by Tokyo Cartographic CO.,LTD.

Explore the world through detailed map graphics derived from OpenStreetMap data. This app focuses on visual representation, allowing you to view global cities, coastlines, rivers, and road networks at any scale without typical map functionalities like search or annotation.

View OSM data at any scaleExplore global cities, coastlines, and riversGraphical map view filters

🎬 Entertainment

Cartogram - Map Poster Maker

Cartogram - Map Poster Maker

Cartogram - Map Poster Maker

City Art Prints & Wall Decor

Create custom map posters of any location worldwide using detailed map data. Design unique wall art with curated themes, customizable layers, and typography, then export in high resolution for printing.

Explore any location globallyChoose from curated color themesCustomize map layers (roads, water, parks)

free with in-app purchases

Streetly - Custom Map Designs

Streetly - Custom Map Designs

Streetly - Custom Map Designs

Creative Map Graphics

Design personalized map graphics of any location. Highlight favorite places, hometowns, or dream destinations with custom color schemes and editable details. Share or save your unique map designs for printing.

Custom map design creationSearch any locationMultiple color schemes

🎨 Graphics & Design

ArtMap - Make wallpaper by map

ArtMap - Make wallpaper by map

ArtMap - Make wallpaper by map

Wallpaper of colorful map

Create custom wallpapers using maps of any location. Choose from various styles or design your own from a photo, then export your unique map art for mobile or PC.

Create wallpapers from any map location25 built-in stylesCreate custom styles from photos

free with in-app purchases

Earthboard - Draw the World

Earthboard - Draw the World

Earthboard - Draw the World

Global Collaborative Art Map

Claim a spot on a global digital mural and create art tied to real-world locations. Engage with other artists, guess themes to earn rewards, and watch your creations evolve through community appreciation. It's a collaborative canvas where human creativity thrives.

Interactive world map canvasIntuitive drawing toolsTheme guessing game for rewards

Draw your ideas on the map!

📊 Productivity

PosterMap: Custom Map Maker

PosterMap: Custom Map Maker

PosterMap: Custom Map Maker

Design stunning map prints

by Kouichi INAFUKU

🗺️ Navigation

Draw Maps: Map Notes

Draw Maps: Map Notes

Draw Maps: Map Notes

Make and Share Maps

Annotate maps with custom notes, pins, and photos. Use a variety of drawing tools and colors to mark locations, plan events, or record observations. Share your annotated maps with others or archive them for later use.

Draw and highlight on mapsAdd colored map pins with notesPlace photos on the map

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Maply - Turn Images into Maps

Maply - Turn Images into Maps

Maply - Turn Images into Maps

Parks, Events and Venue Maps

🗺️ Navigation

MapDraw: Draw on maps

MapDraw: Draw on maps

MapDraw: Draw on maps

Paint the earth more colorful

Create custom maps by drawing directly on them. Mark locations, add annotations, and plan routes digitally. Ideal for educational purposes, trip planning, and sharing local insights.

Draw directly on mapsAdd custom annotations and symbolsPlan trips and connect destinations

🗺️ Navigation

FAQ about Map Art

What are the best map art apps & games for iPhone?

Cartora - Map Art tops our map art apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 4 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free map art apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 18 of the top map art apps & games we rank are free to download, including Cartora - Map Art and MapBloom - City Map Art.

Does Cartora - Map Art have ads or in-app purchases?

Cartora - Map Art has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.

How many map art apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 250+ map art apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is Cartora?

Cartora is an application that allows users to create personalized poster designs inspired by cities, neighborhoods, and meaningful locations. It helps turn these places into unique wall art.

How do I create a poster with Cartora?

You can create a poster by choosing a location, personalizing its look with custom colors and layouts, and then designing a poster that fits your style. The process is designed to be fast and simple.

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