Points of Interest Overlay
Learn about the Points of Interest Overlay, including the definition, benefits, tips, coverage and update frequency.
Available with any of the following subscriptions:
- All plans
Definition
Our Points of Interest overlay includes official place names for the United States. It represents a wide range of geographic features that provide context and detail to your map. It is derived from OpenStreetMap (OSM), a collaborative, open geographic database built and maintained by a global community of contributors.
Points of interest are labeled and organized by class. These classes include:
- Attractions
- Civic & Financial
- Community & Education
- Health & Emergency
- Outdoor & Nature
- Property Concerns
- Retail & Dining
- Sports & Recreation
- Transportation
- Airports

Key Benefits
- Provides general reference for real estate professionals and buyers who are seeking a better familiarity of their area
- Provides context for real estate professionals and buyers who are evaluating a specific property
Tip: Click on a points of interest icon to see a pop-up with information on the name, type and elevation of each point of interest.
Limitation: GNIS data is generally considered to be accurate, though errors in naming and positional precision can occur.
Coverage
United States of America
Update Frequency
Quarterly