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Provide geocoding, POI search, routing, and timezone data via OpenStreetMap/OSRM.

1|Updated Jun 23, 2026
Search Tags:#routing#timezone#geocoding#POI search#location intelligence
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/whichguy/hermes-skills-marketplace --skill maps-whichguy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maps
Source: https://github.com/whichguy/hermes-skills-marketplace/tree/main/skills/maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/whichguy/hermes-skills-marketplace --skill maps-whichguy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need for location-based services such as geocoding, POI search, routing, and timezone information without the need for API keys.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Geocoding: Convert place names to coordinates.
  • POI Search: Find points of interest within a specified radius or area.
  • Routing: Calculate driving, walking, and cycling routes.
  • Timezone Information: Retrieve timezone details for a given location.
  • Use Case: A user wants to find nearby restaurants and get driving directions from their current location to a specific restaurant.

Quick Start

Search for a place name using the 'search' command.

Frequently Asked Questions about maps

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform geocoding and POI search without external API keys?▼

Geocoding and POI search without external API keys is possible using OpenStreetMap data. You can convert place names to coordinates and find points of interest within a specified radius using Python stdlib.

What is the best way to calculate driving, walking, and cycling routes?▼

Calculating driving, walking, and cycling routes is handled via OSRM data. The routing feature computes paths for various travel modes locally without requiring external API authentication.

How do I retrieve timezone details for a specific location coordinate?▼

Timezone details for a specific location coordinate are retrieved by passing the latitude and longitude to the location intelligence service. It returns the timezone information using OpenStreetMap data.

Does location intelligence routing work with Python stdlib alone?▼

Location intelligence routing works with Python stdlib alone. It requires no external API keys or dependencies, using OpenStreetMap and OSRM data for administrative workflows and personal use cases.

What are the limitations of using OpenStreetMap data for location intelligence?▼

Limitations of using OpenStreetMap data for location intelligence include reliance on community-contributed map data, which may vary in completeness. It is intended for administrative workflows and personal use cases.

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