How to Explore Shipwrecks on Google Earth

Virtual Shipwreck Hunting: Step-by-Step

Google Earth (web/desktop) lets you explore known wrecks in 3D. Here's how:

1. Open Google Earth: earth.google.com or desktop app (Pro recommended).
2. Search: Type "shipwreck" or specific names (e.g., "Titanic," "USS Arizona," "Vasa," "Antikythera").
3. Select a result: Click a placemark — info card appears.
4. Navigate: Mouse/touch to rotate, zoom, tilt. Use compass (top right) to reorient.
5. Layers: Enable "3D Buildings" and "Terrain" for context.
6. Photos & Info: Click "Photos" (Panoramio/Google Photos) or "Wikipedia" tab in card.
7. 3D Models: Some wrecks have photogrammetry models (e.g., *Thistlegorm*, *Britannic*). Click "3D" if available.
8. Underwater View: For select sites (e.g., *USS Arizona*), click "Dive" or use Street View (underwater collections).
9. Save: Click ★ to add to "My Places" for later.
10. Explore Further: Search "underwater street view," "NOAA wrecks," "UNESCO underwater heritage."

Pro Tips

• Use coordinates (lat/long) from wreck databases (Wrecksite.eu, NOAA).
• Adjust time slider (clock icon) for historical imagery.
• Measure tool (ruler) for wreck dimensions.