maps

Name: maps
Availability: InStock
Author: monjyu1101

Geolocate places and compute nearby POIs and routes using OpenStreetMap data.

1|Updated Jan 31, 2026

Search Tags:#routing #maps #geocoding #poi #nominatim #overpass

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026 --skill maps-monjyu1101

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maps
Source: https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026/tree/main/backend_hermes/skills/productivity/maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026 --skill maps-monjyu1101

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Geolocate places, find nearby points of interest, and compute routes using freely available OpenStreetMap data, without requiring paid APIs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Geocoding (search and reverse) to convert names or coordinates to human-readable locations.
Nearby POI search with category filtering and distance estimates.
Distance and route calculations using OSRM with simple, shareable URLs.

Quick Start

Find nearby cafes around Times Square and display their names, coordinates, and maps links.

Frequently Asked Questions about maps

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I geocode places and find nearby POIs without paid APIs?▼

Geocode places and find nearby POIs without paid APIs by using OpenStreetMap data through Nominatim and Overpass queries. It requires no API keys, handling location searches and distance calculations freely within your workflows.

Can I calculate routes and turn-by-turn directions using OpenStreetMap data?▼

Calculate routes and turn-by-turn directions using OSRM routing with OpenStreetMap data. This Skill computes distance estimates and generates simple, shareable URLs for navigation within chat workflows or automation pipelines.

Do I need API keys to use OpenStreetMap routing and geocoding in Python?▼

No API keys are required to use OpenStreetMap routing and geocoding. The Skill uses standard Python libraries for data handling and public APIs for geocoding, Overpass queries, and OSRM routing with built-in fallbacks and rate limiting.

What's the best way to search for points of interest around a specific location?▼

Search for points of interest around a location using Overpass queries with category filtering. This Skill geolocates your target coordinates and finds nearby POIs, providing distance estimates based on OpenStreetMap data.

Are there rate limits when using free geocoding and OSRM routing services?▼

Free geocoding and OSRM routing services have usage limits. This Skill implements rate limiting and fallback mechanisms when querying public OpenStreetMap APIs to ensure reliable POI search and route calculations.