Google Maps Integration

The Google Maps MCP server provides comprehensive mapping features via the Google Maps API.

Location Functions

Geocoding

• maps_geocode: Converts addresses to GPS coordinates
  • Example: "Brandenburg Gate, Berlin" → Latitude/Longitude
  • Supports worldwide addresses

Reverse Geocoding

• maps_reverse_geocode: Converts coordinates to addresses
  • GPS position → readable address
  • Useful for location determination

Place Search

Nearby Search

• maps_search_places: Searches for places and businesses nearby
  • By category (e.g., "restaurant", "gas station")
  • By name or keyword
  • With radius restriction

Detailed Information

• maps_place_details: Detailed information about a place
  • Opening hours
  • Reviews
  • Contact information
  • Photos

Navigation and Routing

Route Planning

• maps_directions: Turn-by-turn navigation
  • Various transportation modes (car, walking, public transit, bicycle)
  • Alternative routes
  • Route descriptions

Distance Calculation

• maps_distance_matrix: Distances and travel times
  • Multiple origin and destination points simultaneously
  • Real-time traffic information
  • Travel time estimates

Geographic Data

Elevation Data

• maps_elevation: Elevation information for locations
  • Single points or along a route
  • Elevation profiles for hikes

Configuration

Requires a Google Maps API key as environment variable GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY.