maps

Geocode addresses, reverse geocode coordinates, and route travel via OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, and OSRM.

7|1|Updated Jul 26, 2026

Search Tags:#routing #navigation #location #maps #geocoding #openstreetmap

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill maps-paxlabs-inc

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maps
Source: https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent/tree/main/skills/productivity/maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill maps-paxlabs-inc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the need for manual map lookups and complex API integrations by providing a direct, command-line interface for geocoding, routing, and place discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

Geocoding & Reverse Geocoding: Convert addresses to coordinates or vice versa instantly.
POI Discovery: Find nearby restaurants, hospitals, or services using category-based search.
Navigation & Planning: Calculate travel distances, times, and turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, or cycling.
Use Case: Quickly find the nearest pharmacy to a user's current location or generate a walking route between two landmarks.

Quick Start

Use the maps skill to find the nearest coffee shops within 500 meters of the Eiffel Tower.

Frequently Asked Questions about maps

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert an address to geographic coordinates without an API key?▼

Geocoding converts addresses to coordinates instantly without external API keys by interfacing directly with OpenStreetMap and Nominatim. You can translate physical addresses into precise latitude and longitude points for geographic data analysis using standard Python library modules.

Can I calculate driving and walking routes using OpenStreetMap data?▼

Routing services calculate travel distances, times, and turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, or cycling by interfacing with OSRM. You can generate navigation paths and plan travel between two landmarks directly without needing manual map lookups.

What is the best way to find nearby points of interest like restaurants or hospitals?▼

POI discovery finds nearby restaurants, hospitals, or services using category-based search. You can query for specific points of interest within a defined radius of a location, such as finding coffee shops within 500 meters of the Eiffel Tower.

Do I need external API keys or paid services to perform reverse geocoding?▼

Reverse geocoding executes location intelligence tasks without external API keys or paid services. It interfaces directly with Nominatim to convert coordinates back into physical addresses, requiring only Python 3.8+ and standard library modules to run.

What are the limitations of using OpenStreetMap and Nominatim for navigation queries?▼

Navigation queries rely on OpenStreetMap and Nominatim public endpoints, which may impose rate limits or usage restrictions. This approach is designed for standard geographic data analysis and location-based queries rather than high-volume commercial routing applications.