Maps Online

Maps Online is a selection of heritage maps from our collection that have been catalogued and digitised. This includes significant maps from throughout New Zealand, from the 1830s to the 1950s.

Maps Online Search

Key content

Maps Online contains over 1000 records for both printed maps and unique manuscript material from Special Collections.

These are mostly from New Zealand, with some from the Pacific and Australia. 

The collection includes hydrographic charts, street maps, topographic maps and architectural plans.

An extensive range of subjects are covered from the New Zealand wars to sewerage disposal, from Queen Street to Fiordland.

Search tips

Do a simple

keyword search

• searches subjects, title, description, series and publisher details
• put an * into the keyword box to see all images

Try an

advanced search

• pick a publishers name from the word wheel
• try the subject term 'volcanoes' 
• find all maps from the 1920s using the decade search box

Or, browse the lists of

frequently requested maps

Once in a record, images can be enlarged to see more detail.

The library holds higher resolution images that can be ordered from us or copies of the maps can also be purchased. Email us for more information.

All material is available to be viewed at Special Collections in the Central City Library.