How to Embed Google Maps into Your Blogger Site (Without Breaking Your Layout)

If you’ve ever wanted to show your readers exactly where something is, whether it’s your business location, a meetup spot, or just a cool place you’re blogging about, embedding Google Maps into your Blogger site is one of the simplest ways to do it. No API keys, no JavaScript headaches, no broken layouts. Just clean HTML that works.

In this guide, I’ll Walk you through how to embed Google Maps using the iframe method, how to make it responsive (so it looks great on mobile), and how to customize it for your brand. I’ll also show you how to add it to a blog post or your site layout, depending on what you need.

Let’s get into it.

Why Embed Google Maps in Blogger?

Before we dive into the code, let’s talk about why these matters.

• Improves user experience: Readers can instantly see where a location is without leaving your site.
• Boosts credibility: If you’re blogging about a business, event, or service, showing the map adds trust.
• Visual appeal: A well-placed map breaks up text and adds interactive value.
• SEO bonus: Embedding location data can help with local search relevance.

And if you’re like me, always optimizing for both design and function, you’ll want the map to look sharp, load fast, and not mess with your layout.

Step 1: Get Your Google Maps Embed Link

Here’s the easiest way to grab the embed code:

1. Go to Google Maps.
2. Search for the location you want to embed. For example: Accra, Ghana.
3. Click the Share button (usually near the location name).
4. Switch to the Embed a map tab.
5. Choose your preferred size (don’t worry, we’ll make it responsive later).
6. Copy the <iframe> code provided.

It’ll look something like this:

<iframe
  src="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Kwesimintsim%2C%20Ghana&z=14&output=embed"
  width="600"
  height="450"
  style="border:0;"
  loading="lazy"
  referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade">
</iframe>

Step 2: Make It Responsive (Mobile-Friendly)

Now, if you paste that iframe directly into your Blogger post, it’ll work—but it won’t scale well on mobile. And if you’re serious about user experience (which you should be), you’ll want it to adapt to different screen sizes.

Here’s a responsive version using pure HTML and CSS:

<style>
  .map-container {
    position: relative;
    padding-bottom: 56.25%; /* 16:9 aspect ratio */
    height: 0;
    overflow: hidden;
    border-radius: 8px; /* optional for rounded corners */
  }
  .map-container iframe {
    position: absolute;
    inset: 0;
    width: 100%;
    height: 100%;
    border: 0;
  }
</style>

<div class="map-container">
  <iframe
    src="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Kwesimintsim%2C%20Ghana&z=14&output=embed"
    loading="lazy"
    referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"
    title="Map of Kwesimintsim, Ghana">
  </iframe>
</div>

This block keeps your map sharp and centered, whether your reader is on a laptop or a low-spec phone. It also prevents layout shifts, which is a win for both aesthetics and performance.

Step 3: Add the Map to Your Blogger Post

Here’s how to embed it directly into a blog post:

1. Go to Blogger Dashboard → Posts → Edit or Create New Post.
2. Switch to the HTML view (not Compose).
3. Paste the iframe code or the responsive block where you want the map to appear.
4. Save and preview.

💡 Pro tip: If you’re using custom themes or stylized post containers, test the map placement to make sure it doesn’t overflow or clash with your design.

Step 4: Add the Map to Your Site Layout (Sidebar or Footer)

Want the map to appear site-wide? Maybe in your sidebar or footer?

Here’s how:

1. Go to Layout in your Blogger dashboard.
2. Click Add a Gadget where you want the map (e.g., Sidebar or Footer).
3. Choose HTML/JavaScript.
4. Paste the iframe or responsive code.
5. Save and preview.

This is perfect for business blogs, contact pages, or location-based content. Just make sure it doesn’t compete with your main content visually.

Step 5: Customize the Map for Your Brand

You know I’m big on branding. Even something as simple as a map should feel like part of your site.

Here are a few tweaks you can make:

Feature	How to Customize
Zoom level	Change z=14 to z=16 for a closer view
Map type	Add &t=k for satellite or &t=m for standard
Coordinates	Use q=5.0330,-1.7710 for exact GPS
Rounded corners	Add border-radius in CSS
Title tag	Use title="Your Brand Location" for accessibility

Example with satellite view and zoom:

<iframe
  src="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Kwesimintsim%2C%20Ghana&t=k&z=16&output=embed"
  width="100%"
  height="450"
  style="border:0;"
  loading="lazy"
  title="My Location in Kwesimintsim">
</iframe>

Common Issues and Fixes

Let’s troubleshoot a few things I’ve run into while testing this on different Blogger themes:

• Map not showing. Double-check that you’re in HTML view, not Compose.
• Layout broken on mobile. Use the responsive CSS block above.
• Map too small or too large. Adjust the height or use aspect ratio padding.
• Slow loading? Add loading="lazy" to the iframe for better performance.

Bonus: Embed Multiple Maps in One Post

If you’re writing a travel guide or comparing locations, you can embed multiple maps. Just repeat the iframe block with different coordinates or place names.

Example:

<h3>Accra</h3>
<div class="map-container">
  <iframe src="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Accra%2C%20Ghana&z=14&output=embed"></iframe>
</div>

<h3>Takoradi</h3>
<div class="map-container">
  <iframe src="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Takoradi%2C%20Ghana&z=14&output=embed"></iframe>
</div>

Just make sure your post doesn’t get too heavy—especially if your readers are on low-bandwidth connections.

Final Thoughts

Embedding Google Maps into your Blogger site is one of those upgrades that takes five minutes but adds a ton of value. Whether you’re running a medicine blog, sharing importation workflows, or documenting local spots for your readers, a map makes your content more useful and trustworthy.

And if you’re like me—always tweaking, testing, and branding—don’t settle for the default. Make it responsive, make it clean, and make it yours.

If you want to go deeper with custom markers, dark mode maps, or API-powered features, I’ve got you covered in a future guide. But for now, this HTML-only method is the fastest way to get started.