Baidu Map MCP Server

Overview

Baidu Map MCP Server is an official, open-source, fully MCP-compliant Location-Based Service (LBS) solution developed by Baidu Maps. As the first map service provider in China to support the Model Context Protocol (MCP), it bridges the gap between large language models (LLMs), AI agents, and real-world geospatial data and services.

Developers can empower AI applications with advanced mapping features such as geocoding, reverse geocoding, POI/place search, intelligent route planning (driving, walking, transit, cycling), traffic information, weather data, and more — all through standardized MCP interfaces.

Key Features

• Core Geospatial Tools:

  • Geocoding (address → coordinates)
  • Reverse Geocoding (coordinates → detailed address + administrative info)
  • POI / Place Search (keyword search, nearby locations)
  • Route Planning (driving, walking, public transit, cycling)
  • Real-time Traffic and Weather Information

• Full MCP Protocol Support: Compatible with the latest MCP specifications, including Streamable HTTP transport.

• Multi-Language Implementations: Available in Node.js (npm package @baidumap/mcp-server-baidu-map) and Python.

• Broad Client Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cherry Studio, Cline, VS Code extensions, and any MCP-compliant agent framework.

• Production-Grade: Backed by Baidu Maps' massive real-world data infrastructure with high reliability and continuous updates.

Use Cases

• Travel & Itinerary Planning: Generate smart trip plans, cycling routes, or multi-stop journeys with maps and direct links to Baidu Maps App.
• Location-Aware Assistants: Enable smart responses, logistics optimization, delivery routing, or vehicle dispatch.
• Intelligent Applications: Build agents for real estate, tourism, smart city services, emergency response, or any spatially-aware use case.
• Multi-Agent Orchestration: Combine with other MCP servers (e.g., weather, search, or calendar) for complex real-world task automation.

Quick Integration

1. Register and obtain a server-side API Key (AK) at the Baidu Maps Open Platform.
2. Install via npm: npm install @baidumap/mcp-server-baidu-map or use npx directly.
3. Configure in your MCP client (e.g., Cursor or Claude Desktop):

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "baidu-map": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@baidumap/mcp-server-baidu-map"],
      "env": {
        "BAIDU_MAP_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Official Resources

• GitHub Repository (Open Source): https://github.com/baidu-maps/mcp
• Official Documentation: https://lbsyun.baidu.com/faq/api?title=mcpserver/base
• Quick Start Guide: https://lbsyun.baidu.com/faq/api?title=mcpserver/quickstart
• npm Package: https://www.npmjs.com/package/@baidumap/mcp-server-baidu-map

Baidu Map MCP Server brings powerful real-world location intelligence to AI agents, enabling spatial reasoning and practical location services with simple natural language instructions.