If you do not have a coordinate system setup and just want a background image to trace over, you can do this manually.
Integrating Google Maps into AutoCAD is a common task for civil engineers, urban planners, and surveyors. However, because Google Maps uses a spherical Mercator projection and AutoCAD uses a flat Cartesian coordinate system, getting them to align perfectly requires specific steps. google maps into autocad
Requires: Civil 3D, Map 3D, or a Third-Party Plugin. If you do not have a coordinate system
Accuracy, large areas, and legal defensibility. Requires: Civil 3D, Map 3D, or a Third-Party Plugin
The most common way to get a map background in AutoCAD is through the native Geolocation tool. Although it uses Bing Maps, it provides a similar functional experience to Google Maps. : Ensure you are signed in to your Autodesk account.
❌ Not recommended for engineering or survey-grade work. Only for massing studies or client presentations where precision doesn’t matter.