Google Street View for Android

Google Street View is a Travel & Local app by Google Inc. that lets users explore immersive 360-degree imagery from around the world and also create their own contributions. The app solves the problem of limited, static map views by enabling users to virtually visit landmarks, museums, restaurants, and even natural wonders through connected panoramas. It allows users to publish their own Photo Spheres (360° panoramas), Photo Paths (sequences of connected photos along a route), and Street View imagery from 360° cameras, making it a two-way platform for both viewing and contributing. By combining Google's extensive imagery database with user-generated content, it offers a dynamic way to discover places and share new locations with a global audience. The app requires Android 7.0 or newer, has a size of 42 MB, and is free to use.

Key features

• Explore immersive Street View imagery from nearly every country, including landmarks and natural wonders.
• Create and publish Photo Spheres (360° panoramas) using your phone's camera.
• Capture and share Photo Paths—a series of connected photos along a street or trail (requires ARCore-compatible device).
• Connect a 360° camera to produce Street View imagery for publishing.
• Track your contribution progress with a Street View badge.
• A fresh user interface simplifies creating, organizing, and publishing imagery.
• View indoor places like museums, arenas, restaurants, and small businesses.
• Publish your recordings for everyone to see, helping map areas not yet covered.

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file (42 MB).
2. When Android prompts, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the 'Install unknown apps' setting.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notifications or file manager.
4. Tap Install and wait for the installation to complete.
5. Open the app from your app drawer and sign in with your Google account if needed.

What's New · 2.0.0.484371618

This update lets you create and publish a Photo Path while moving along a street or trail. The interface has been refreshed to make it easier to create, organize, and publish imagery to Street View. A new Street View badge helps you track your contribution progress. The release also includes several bug fixes and other improvements.

This app is ideal for travelers who want to preview destinations before visiting, photography enthusiasts who enjoy creating 360-degree content, and anyone interested in contributing to a global mapping project. It also appeals to businesses wanting to showcase their interiors, or researchers studying geographical areas. Since it requires a compatible device for Photo Paths, users with ARCore support will get the most out of it. The app's simplicity makes it accessible to casual users who just want to explore.

For best results when creating Photo Paths, move steadily and keep the camera stable. Ensure your device has sufficient storage (the app is 42 MB, but your photos will take more space). Review the app's permission requests and grant only what you're comfortable with; you can deny some permissions and still use basic viewing features.

Google Street View is a versatile tool for exploring the world and contributing your own imagery. It balances a comprehensive viewing experience with user-generated content, though you should weigh the extensive permissions against your privacy comfort.