How to Use the Google Maps MCP in Claude

Bring real-world location data directly into Claude Desktop with this MCP Server.

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Connect Google Maps MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect Google Maps to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Setup Google Maps with Claude Desktop

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Convert addresses to coordinates in Claude Desktop

Stop guessing where a location sits on a map. Use the `geocode` tool to turn any raw address into precise latitude and longitude pairs instantly. Your agent parses the output to pin locations on a map or verify address accuracy for your local projects. It handles the heavy lifting so you don't have to manually look up coordinates.

Find places and get details using Google Maps

Search for businesses or services without leaving your chat window. The `place_search` tool lets you query for specific spots, while `place_details` pulls back phone numbers, operating hours, and website links. This is how you get actionable info on a venue. You get the data in your context window the second you ask for it.

Calculate routes and travel times with an MCP Server

Need to know how long a trip takes? The `directions` tool computes routes, travel times, and distances between any two points. It provides the logic your agent needs to build schedules or plan logistics. You get the hard numbers you need to make decisions based on current road data.

Setup guide

Set up Google Maps MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Google Maps MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Google Maps MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under google-maps-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "google-maps-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Google Maps MCP in Claude Desktop

Yes. Once you connect this MCP server, you can type natural language search queries in your chat.

Absolutely. You provide the start and end points, and the server returns the route details directly to your agent.

Simply ask for info on a specific venue. The server uses the `place_details` tool to fetch contact info and hours.

Your queries stay within your local session. Only the specific coordinates or place IDs requested are sent to the API.

No. The server acts as a pass-through for your requests. It does not log your personal address history or private search data.

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