GTA 6 Vice City Map: Everything We Know

The setting of Grand Theft Auto VI is the state of Leonida — a fictional version of Florida. At its heart is Vice City, Rockstar’s reimagining of Miami, returning for the first time since 2002’s GTA: Vice City.

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Map Size: How Big Is It?

Based on trailer analysis, screenshot study, and the community mapping project (which has been painstakingly piecing together the map from every frame of footage Rockstar has released), the GTA 6 map appears to be the largest in franchise history.

Key findings from the community:

– Multiple distinct regions — Vice City proper, smaller towns, rural areas, and wetlands
– Large bodies of water — Ocean, bays, and Everglades-style swamps
– Island connections — Areas linked by bridges and causeways (like the Florida Keys)
– Airports and ports — Multiple transit hubs visible in footage

Comparison to GTA 5

GTA 5’s map of Los Santos and Blaine County was approximately 48-75 sq km (estimates vary). Early analysis suggests GTA 6’s Leonida could be 2-3x larger when accounting for water areas and the spread of distinct regions.

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Confirmed Locations

Based on trailers and screenshots, here are locations we’ve spotted:

Vice City (Urban Core)

– Downtown skyscrapers — Miami-inspired skyline with neon and glass
– Beachfront / Boardwalk — Vice Beach area with hotels, clubs, and pedestrians
– Little Cuba — A neighborhood inspired by Miami’s Little Havana
– Viceport — Industrial/port district

Natural Areas

– The Everglades — Swamp/wetland areas with airboats and wildlife
– Beaches — Expansive sandy beaches with crowded tourist areas
– Rural areas — Countryside with small towns and roads

Other Districts

– Airport — A major international airport (Leonida International?)
– Highway system — Multi-lane highways connecting regions
– Keys-style islands — Tropical islands connected by bridges

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How the Community Is Mapping It

The GTA 6 Mapping Project is a fan-built interactive map that combines:

– Every frame from Trailer 1 and Trailer 2
– Official screenshots
– Rockstar’s promotional artwork
– Geographic analysis (comparing landmarks, sun positions, road layouts)

The result is a growing interactive map that lets you explore confirmed locations before the game even launches.

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Weather: Hurricanes in Vice City

Trailer footage confirmed a dynamic weather system featuring Florida-style extreme weather:

– Hurricanes — Large storm systems that affect gameplay
– Thunderstorms — Dramatic rain and lightning
– Heat haze — Florida’s signature humidity visible in the air
– Sunsets — Spectacular tropical sunsets over the ocean

Weather isn’t just visual — it likely affects driving conditions, NPC behavior, and mission availability.

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Real-World Inspirations

Vice City is Rockstar’s version of Miami. Here’s what inspires the key areas:

| GTA 6 Location | Real-World Inspiration |
|—————-|———————-|
| Vice City | Miami, Florida |
| Leonida state | Florida |
| Beachfront districts | Miami Beach, South Beach |
| Swamp areas | Everglades National Park |
| Island chains | Florida Keys |
| Small towns | Rural Florida communities |

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Interactive Map

We’re building our own interactive map of Vice City. Check back as we add confirmed locations, landmarks, and points of interest.

*Want to explore the community map? Visit the GTA 6 Mapping Project.*

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Related

– Everything We Know About GTA 6
– Characters Guide
– Locations Database