Question 1

What is Google Maps MCP?

Accepted Answer

It's an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that connects Google Maps to your AI, giving the agent tools to act on your data — through a single remote link.

Question 2

Which AI clients does it work with?

Accepted Answer

Any MCP-compatible client: Claude (web, desktop and mobile), Cursor, ChatGPT with connectors, OpenClaw and other agents.

Question 3

Do I need to code?

Accepted Answer

No. Paste the remote URL into your client, authenticate once, and you're done — no packages to install, no code to write.

Question 4

Is it secure? Can the AI change my data?

Accepted Answer

Access is authorized by you and can be revoked anytime. Permissions follow what Google Maps exposes; you approve them when connecting.

Question 5

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

You start free and upgrade when you need more usage. Billing and limits are managed in your mcp.ai account.

Question 6

Can I cancel anytime?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Plans are monthly and can be cancelled at any time, with no lock-in.

Google Maps

Tools (7)

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Google Maps

Tools (7)

google_maps_distance_matrix_apiCalculates travel distance and time for a matrix of origins and destinations. supports different modes of transportation and options like departure/arrival times. use when needing to determine travel

google_maps_geocoding_apiDeprecated: tool to convert addresses into geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and vice versa (reverse geocoding), or get an address for a place id. use for finding coordinates for an addr

google_maps_get_directionFetches detailed directions between an origin and a destination, supporting intermediate waypoints and various travel modes.

google_maps_get_routeCalculates one or more routes between two specified locations using various travel modes and preferences; addresses must be resolvable by google maps.

google_maps_maps_embed_apiTool to generate an embeddable google map url and html iframe code. use when you need to display a map (place, view, directions, street view, search) on a webpage without javascript.

google_maps_nearby_searchSearches for places (e.g., restaurants, parks) within a specified circular area, with options to filter by place types and customize the returned fields and number of results.

google_maps_text_searchSearches for places on google maps using a textual query (e.g., "restaurants in london", "eiffel tower").