Geocoding API
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Convert addresses into geographic coordinates (geocoding), which you can use to place markers or position the map. This API also allows you to convert geographic coordinates into an address (reverse geocoding).
Service: geocoding-backend.googleapis.com
The Service name geocoding-backend.googleapis.com is needed to create RPC client stubs.
| Methods |
SearchDestinations |
This method performs a destination lookup and returns a list of destinations. |
| Methods |
GeocodeAddress |
This method performs an address geocode, which maps an address to a LatLng. |
GeocodeLocation |
This method performs a location geocode, which maps a LatLng to an address. |
GeocodePlace |
This method performs a geocode lookup using a place ID. |
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Last updated 2025-08-27 UTC.
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