Google Earth: Explore the Planet

Google Earth is a travel and local app by Google LLC that lets you explore the planet through high-resolution satellite imagery, 3D terrain, and 360-degree Street View perspectives. The app addresses the need for a comprehensive, interactive way to view and understand geographic locations from a global to a street level. It solves this by combining satellite maps, 3D models of buildings in hundreds of cities, and street-level panoramas into a single, easy-to-navigate interface. Users can also create and collaborate on data-driven maps, add photos from their camera, and access guided tours from sources like BBC Earth and NASA through the Voyager feature. With over 500 million installs and a content rating for everyone, it's a widely used tool for education, travel planning, and casual exploration. The app is free, contains no ads, and offers no in-app purchases, so all features are available without extra cost.

Key features

• High-resolution satellite imagery of the entire globe
• 3D terrain and 3D buildings in hundreds of cities
• 360-degree Street View perspectives for diving into neighborhoods
• Voyager collection with guided tours from BBC Earth, NASA, and National Geographic
• Ability to create and collaborate on immersive, data-driven maps from anywhere
• Add photos from your camera to your maps
• Sync with maps and stories created on the web for mobile viewing
• Fresh new look with features for cross-device collaboration

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file (11 MB).
2. When Android asks, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the 'Install unknown apps' setting.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notification bar or file manager.
4. Tap Install and wait for the installation to complete.
5. Open the app from your home screen or app drawer.
6. Note: This app requires Android 4.1 or higher.

Latest changes

Thanks for using Google Earth! The update from October 6, 2026, introduces a fresh new look along with features for cross-device collaboration, on-the-go map creation, and the ability to add photos directly from your camera to your maps.

Google Earth is ideal for travelers, students, educators, and anyone curious about the world. It serves as a powerful tool for exploring distant places, planning trips, or learning about geography and culture through immersive visualizations. The collaborative mapping features also benefit teams or communities working on location-based projects, while the Voyager tours make it accessible for casual users interested in guided explorations. Since it's free and rated for everyone, it's suitable for all ages, though the permission requirements suggest it's best for users comfortable granting access to location and media.

To get the most out of Google Earth, try creating your own maps and adding photos from your camera to personalize your experience. Use the Voyager tours to discover curated content from trusted sources. For best performance, ensure your device's location services are enabled when using Street View or location-based features.

Google Earth remains a versatile and powerful tool for exploring our planet from above and up close. Its combination of satellite imagery, 3D models, and Street View, along with collaborative features, makes it a valuable app for both education and personal use.