Google MCP Server

STDIO-based MCP server for Google Maps Platform APIs

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What is the Google MCP Server?

STDIO-based MCP server for Google Maps Platform APIs

What it actually does

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive access to Google Maps Platform APIs. This server enables LLMs to perform geocoding, places search, routing, and other geospatial operations through a standardized interface.

  • 🗺️ Comprehensive Google Maps Integration - Access to Places, Routes, Geocoding, and utility APIs
  • 🔍 Advanced Places Search - Text search, nearby search, autocomplete, and detailed place information
  • 🛣️ Smart Routing - Route computation with real-time traffic, tolls, and alternative routes
  • 📍 Precise Geocoding - Forward and reverse geocoding with international support
  • 🌐 Geolocation Services - IP-based and WiFi/cellular location estimation
  • 📊 Rich Resources - Built-in documentation and examples accessible via MCP resources

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
elevation_getElevation API
timezone_getTime Zone API
geolocation_estimateGeolocation API
roads_nearestRoads API

How to install the Google MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "google-maps": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "google-maps-mcp-server"],
      "env": {
        "GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Configuration

VariableDescriptionRequired
GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEYCredential the server authenticates with.Yes
GOOGLE_MAPS_RATE_LIMIT_ENABLEDConfiguration value read at startup.Optional
GOOGLE_MAPS_RATE_LIMIT_WINDOW_MSConfiguration value read at startup.Optional
GOOGLE_MAPS_RATE_LIMIT_MAX_REQUESTSConfiguration value read at startup.Optional

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Google to elevation get.”
  • “Use Google to timezone get.”
  • “Use Google to geolocation estimate.”

Frequently asked questions

STDIO-based MCP server for Google Maps Platform APIs Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.