Random Location Generator

This random location generator picks a real coordinate on Earth.

Choose a region then click once. See it on a map.

The page includes a small embedded map for quick checks.

Use it for ideas and practice. It suits light research.

What the random location generator does

• Generates random coordinates inside the selected area.
• Supports Anywhere in the World and 15 countries.
• Displays latitude and longitude to six decimal places.
• Shows an embedded Google Maps preview under the result.
• Includes a link to open the same spot in Google Maps.
• Runs in your browser with each click.

How to use this tool

1. Open the menu labeled Generate location in.
2. Pick Anywhere in the World or pick one country.
3. Press Generate Random Location.
4. Read the Latitude and Longitude values in the result box.
5. Click Open in Google Maps to view full details.
6. Check the embedded map under the result for a quick look.
7. Press the button again to get a fresh spot.

Inputs explained

Generate location in

This menu sets the random range.

Use World for broad variety. Use a country for focused results.

• Anywhere in the World
• United States
• Canada
• United Kingdom
• France
• Germany
• Spain
• Italy
• Australia
• Japan
• China
• India
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Russia
• South Africa

Generate Random Location

This button creates a new coordinate pair on demand.

One click gives one result.

Output explained

After each click, the tool displays four things.

• Latitude in decimal degrees with six decimal places.
• Longitude in decimal degrees with six decimal places.
• A link labeled Open in Google Maps that opens the same spot.
• An embedded map preview centered on the coordinates.

Zoom and pan inside the preview for detail.

The default zoom shows a city scale view.

Copy the numbers if you need to store or share them.

Limitations and notes

• The picker uses simple rectangles to bound each country.
• Some results land over water or in remote terrain.
• Small islands inside the box can appear.
• World mode samples latitude and longitude by even degrees.
• High latitudes may appear more often per square kilometer.
• Six decimal places give fine precision, about 0.11 meter for latitude at the equator.
• Randomness comes from your browser Math dot random. This suits casual and test work.
• The tool creates coordinates only. Street addresses sit outside its scope.
• The preview and the link rely on Google Maps and a live connection.

Common use cases

• Writing prompts and scene seeds for fiction.
• Geography quizzes and class warm ups.
• Travel brainstorming for a future trip.
• Board games and tabletop prompts that need a place.
• Field practice for geocaching or orienteering.
• Data testing for geocoding or map services.
• Street photography ideas and scouting.
• Daily creative challenges for art or design.

Practical tips

• Start with World for range. Then narrow to one country.
• Use the Google Maps link for satellite view and street view.
• Copy the numbers into a note or spreadsheet.
• Add tags to mark spots you like.
• Pair coordinates with a random time or weather pick for richer prompts.
• Share the Google Maps link with your team or class.

Why this random location generator helps

It turns a blank page into a clear place.

Ideas flow faster once you see a map and a point.

You keep control with a simple menu and one click.

The embedded map on page makes checks quick and easy.

Use it as a steady part of your research and play.

Quick facts

• Format is decimal degrees for both latitude and longitude.
• Six digits past the decimal give fine placement.
• World and country bounds cover wide areas by design.
• Results refresh instantly with each click.