Best Old Maps Apps

206+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free old maps apps? 20 of our 206+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Old 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
Vetus Maps#3

Vetus Maps by Andrey Fetisov

Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.3(20 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

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

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Maps, GPS, Hunt Planning
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Explore offline hunting GPS maps with compass, waypoints, and tracking features. Enhance your hunting experience by accessing detailed maps and tools for navigation in remote areas. Download now for an improved hunting adventure!

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USGS Topographical Maps
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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.

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(4)
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Explore detailed offline topographic maps for hiking, camping, and outdoor adventures with our user-friendly app. Download now to navigate remote areas with ease and discover hidden gems off the beaten path.

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Discover and navigate locations effortlessly with a powerful mapping app. Seamlessly find places and get directions with ease. Explore the world at your fingertips.

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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.

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Outside Maps
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Outside Maps
by Replicade Ltd.
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This application provides an interactive mapping experience, allowing users to view and navigate various mapping data, including Ordnance Survey, OpenStreetMap, and aerial photography, using an intuitive touch interface. With features like GPS tracking, compass, and waypoints functionality, users can explore and utilize mapping data for different purposes, discover new locations and get detailed information.

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Bible Maps: Scripture Atlas
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Bible Maps: Scripture Atlas
Maps for Bible classes
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This application provides 120 detailed biblical maps to enhance understanding of the Bible, covering the Old and New Testaments, and includes features such as satellite views and distance calculations to bring biblical journeys to life. With these maps, users can better visualize and explore the travels and events of biblical characters, making it easier to study and reflect on scripture.

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