TimeMaps Atlas of World History is a web atlas covering history from 3500 BCE through the early 21st century. It contains over 1,000 maps spanning world, regional, country and civilization histories. World, regional and country maps follow a shared sequence of twenty dates, while an accompanying encyclopedia adds deeper topic coverage. Extension Units provide longer map sequences focused on selected historical episodes and developments. TimeMaps presents the atlas as a resource for teachers and students, including classroom presentations and student projects. The atlas remains free to use, but Extension Units belong to the Premium service. Listed plans range from Single User at 24.99 USD per year to Whole Institution at 299.99 USD per year, with teacher guidance, class licences and student access varying by plan. New Premium subscriptions are paused, with existing subscriptions supported until expiry. Coverage includes key world regions except Central Asia, which is planned for addition.
Who it is for
TimeMaps suits teachers, students and learners using maps for study, presentations or projects. Institutions can choose plans with classroom licences and student access.
What is good
- Over 1,000 historical maps
- Coverage from 3500 BCE onward
- Shared twenty-date map structure
- Encyclopedia and extension units
- Interactive timelines on the web
What to know first
- Central Asia is not yet covered
- New Premium subscriptions are paused
- Extension Units require Premium service
- Free access excludes some deeper units
Verdict
TimeMaps offers broad historical map coverage with encyclopedia support and classroom-oriented plans. Check the current Premium subscription status and the stated Central Asia gap before choosing it.
TimeMaps Atlas of World History plans and pricing
All plansCompared on history learning apps
- Free plan
- Yes
- Lesson style
- mixed
- Interactive timelines
- Yes
- Available platforms
- Web
