GNOME Maps

A map application for the GNOME desktop that searches places and plans routes using OpenStreetMap data.

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About GNOME Maps

GNOME Maps is the map app for the GNOME desktop on Linux. You can search for a city, street or place, view information about a selected location, and plan routes, including step-by-step pedestrian directions and public transit itineraries. The map data comes from the collaborative OpenStreetMap database.

The app is maintained by Marcus Lundblad and is distributed through Flathub. Version 51.0 was released in September 2026. It suits Linux users who want a simple map and route planner that fits in with the rest of the GNOME desktop.

Strengths

  • Uses open OpenStreetMap data
  • Pedestrian and public transit route planning
  • Integrates with the GNOME desktop
  • Actively maintained with a 2026 release

Limitations

  • Linux only
  • Fewer features than large commercial map services

Details

Pricing
FreeFree to install from Flathub; donations go to the GNOME Foundation.
License
Open source, license not stated
Developer
The GNOME Project
Platforms
Linux
How it runs
Downloadable app
Best suited for
Linux desktop users who want a simple OpenStreetMap-based map app
Last verified
Added
Provenance
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  • OpenStreetMap

    A collaboratively edited world map you can browse, search, route on and edit in a browser.

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    OpenStreetMap's website runs in any browser with built-in routing on the same open data, but it has no offline use.

  • Navit

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  • Google Maps

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  • Bing Maps

    Microsoft's web map with driving, transit and walking directions, live traffic and aerial imagery.

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GNOME Maps as an alternative

Listings that name GNOME Maps as an alternative.

  • Citymapper

    A transport app that plans journeys across buses, trains, bikes and other modes in major cities.

    FreemiumProprietaryAndroidiOSWeb

    GNOME Maps is a free, open-source Linux desktop app with pedestrian and transit route planning on OpenStreetMap data, with fewer features than commercial services.

  • Moovit

    A public transport app with trip planning, real-time arrivals and service alerts in many cities.

    FreemiumProprietaryAndroidiOS

    GNOME Maps is a free, open-source Linux desktop app that plans public transit and pedestrian routes using OpenStreetMap data, with fewer features than large commercial services.

  • Yandex Maps

    A web map for finding places and planning routes by public transport, car or on foot.

    FreeProprietaryWeb

    GNOME Maps is an open-source Linux desktop app using OpenStreetMap data for place search and pedestrian and transit routes, with fewer features.

  • Öffi

    An Android app for public transport journeys, live departures and network plans across Europe and beyond.

    FreeProprietaryAndroid

    GNOME Maps is a free, open-source Linux desktop app with public transit and pedestrian route planning based on OpenStreetMap data, rather than an Android phone app.

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