Now that Apple Maps allows you to suggest categories for business listings, I thought it might be useful to list them here. There are 689 listed categories, but there are several duplicates and for some reason, a number of foreign-language categories like Amtsgericht. Why does it matter what these categories are? If in fact, these are the complete set of Apple Maps’ business categories (I hope not as there are lots of missing categories), then when you are categorizing your business in one Apple Maps’ data suppliers’ databases, you might want to use the exact category name that Apple uses. Often these databases use categories that have a lot of overlap, but if you want to have the best possible chance of your business data mapping from a data provider to Apple Maps, it might be worthwhile to use the closest match to Apple’s categories.
And now, Apple Maps Marketing proudly presents…your Apple Maps Business Categories 2013! Also available in a handy spreadsheet: Apple Maps Business Categories.xlsx.
| Accessories |
| Accountants |
| Active Life |
| Acupuncture |
| Adult |
| Adult Education |
| Adult Entertainment |
| Advertising |
| Afghan |
| African |
| Airfields |
| Airlines |
| Airport Shuttles |
| Airports |
| Allergists |
| Amateur Sports Teams |
| American (New) |
| American (Traditional) |
| Amtsgericht |
| Amusement Parks |
| Animal Shelters |
| Antiques |
| Apartments |
| Apartments |
| Appliances |
| Appliances & Repair |
| Aquariums |
| Arabian |
| Arcades |
| Archery |
| Architects |
| Argentine |
| Art Galleries |
| Art Galleries |
| Art Schools |
| Art Supplies |
| Arts & Crafts |
| Arts de la table |
| Asian Fusion |
| Audiologist |
| Australian |
| Austrian |
| Auto Detailing |
| Auto Glass Services |
| Auto Parts & Supplies |
| Auto Repair |
| Automotive |
| Baby Gear & Furniture |
| Badested |
| Bagels |
| Bail Bondsmen |
| Bakeries |
| Ballonfahren |
| Bankruptcy |
| Banks & Credit Unions |
| Barbeque |
| Barbers |
| Bars |
| Basque |
| Bavarian |
| Beachbars |
| Beaches |
| Beauty and Spas |
| Bed & Breakfast |
| Beer Bar |
| Beer Garden |
| Beer Hall |
| Beer, Wine & Spirits |
| Belgian |
| Bengali |
| Bike Rentals |
| Bike Repair/Maintenance |
| Bikes |
| Bistros |
| Boat Charters |
| Boat Repair |
| Boating |
| Body Shops |
| Books, Mags, Music & Video |
| Bookstores |
| Botanical Gardens |
| Boutique sprituelle |
| Bowling |
| Brasseries |
| Brazilian |
| Breakfast & Brunch |
| Breweries |
| Bridal |
| British |
| Broderi & hekling |
| Bubble Tea |
| Buddhist Temples |
| Buffets |
| Building Supplies |
| Bulgarian |
| Burgers |
| Burmese |
| Bus Stops |
| Butcher |
| Cafes |
| Cajun/Creole |
| Cambodian |
| Campgrounds |
| Candy Stores |
| Cannabis Clinics |
| Car Dealers |
| Car Rental |
| Car Stereo Installation |
| Car Wash |
| Cardiologists |
| Cards & Stationery |
| Cards & Stationery |
| Cards & Stationery |
| Career Counseling |
| Caribbean |
| Carpenters |
| Carpet Cleaning |
| Carpet Installation |
| Carpeting |
| Casinos |
| Caterers |
| Champagne Bars |
| Chateaux |
| Check Cashing/Pay-day Loans |
| Cheese Shops |
| Cheesesteaks |
| Chicken Shop |
| Chicken Wings |
| Child Care & Day Care |
| Children’s Clothing |
| Chinese |
| Chiropractors |
| Chocolatiers and Shops |
| Churches |
| Cinema |
| Cliff Railway Station |
| Climbing |
| Clowns |
| Cocktail Bars |
| Coffee & Tea |
| Colleges & Universities |
| Comedy Clubs |
| Comic Books |
| Community Service/Non-Profit |
| Computers |
| Concept Stores |
| Cooking Schools |
| Corse |
| Cosmetic Dentists |
| Cosmetic Surgeons |
| Cosmetics & Beauty Supply |
| Cosmetics & Beauty Supply |
| Cosmetology Schools |
| Costumes |
| Counseling & Mental Health |
| Couriers & Delivery Services |
| Court Houses |
| Creperies |
| Criminal Defense |
| Cuban |
| Currywurst |
| Cykelruter |
| Cykler |
| Dance Clubs |
| Dance Schools |
| Dance Studios |
| Danish |
| Day Spas |
| Delicatessen |
| Dells |
| Dentists |
| Department Stores |
| Department Stores |
| Department of Motor Vehicles |
| Dermatologists |
| Desserts |
| Dim Sum |
| Diners |
| Disc Golf |
| Discount Store |
| Dive Bars |
| Diving |
| Divorce an Family Law |
| DJs |
| Do-It-Yourself Food |
| Doctors |
| Dog Parks |
| Dog Walkers |
| Donuts |
| Driving Schools |
| Drugstores |
| Dry Cleaning |
| Dry Cleaning & Laundry |
| Ear Nose & Throat |
| Eastern European |
| Education |
| Educational Services |
| Egyptian |
| Electricians |
| Electronics |
| Electronics Repair |
| Elementary Schools |
| Eterncafé |
| Embassy |
| Employment |
| Employement Agencies |
| Endodontists |
| Estate Planning |
| Ethiopian |
| Ethnic Food |
| Ethnic Grocery |
| Event Planning & Services |
| Eyelash Service |
| Eyewear & Opticians |
| Fabric Stores |
| Family Planning |
| Family Practice |
| Farmers Market |
| Fashion |
| Fast Food |
| Ferries |
| Festivals |
| Filipino |
| Financial Advising |
| Financial Services |
| Fire Departments |
| Fireworks |
| Fish & Chips |
| Fishing |
| Fitness & Instrcuction |
| Flea Market |
| Flight Instruction |
| Flooring |
| Florists |
| Flowers & Gifts |
| Fondue |
| Food |
| Food Court |
| Food Delivery Services |
| Food Stands |
| Framing |
| Free Diving |
| French |
| Fruits & Veggies |
| Funeral Services & Cemeteries |
| Furniture Reupholstery |
| Furniture Stores |
| Gedekunst |
| Garage Door Services |
| Gardeners |
| Gas Stations |
| Gastroenterologist |
| Gastropubs |
| Gay Bars |
| General Dentistry |
| General Litigation |
| German |
| Gerontologists |
| Geträkehandel |
| Gluten-Free |
| Go Karts |
| Golf |
| Golf Equipment |
| Graphic Design |
| Greek |
| Grocery |
| Guest Houses |
| Gun/Rifle Ranges |
| Guns & Ammo |
| Gyms |
| Hair Extensions |
| Hair Removal |
| Hair Salons |
| Halal |
| Handyman |
| Hardware Stores |
| Hawaiian |
| Health and Medical |
| Health Markets |
| Hearing Aids |
| Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC |
| Herbs and Spices |
| Hiking |
| Himalayan/Nepalese |
| Hindu Temples |
| Hobby Shops |
| Home & Garden |
| Home Cleaning |
| Home Décor |
| Home Health Care |
| Home Inspectors |
| Home Organization |
| Home Services |
| Home Staging |
| Home Staging |
| Home Theatre Installation |
| Hookah Bars |
| Horse Boarding |
| Horse Racing |
| Horseback Riding |
| Hospice |
| Hospitals |
| Hostels |
| Hot Dogs |
| Hot Tub and Pool |
| Hotelbar |
| Hotels |
| Hotels |
| Hotels & Travel |
| Hungarian |
| Husmannskost |
| Husmanskost |
| Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt |
| Immigration |
| Indian |
| Indonesian |
| Indoor Playcentre |
| Insurance |
| Interior Design |
| Internal Medicine |
| International |
| International Airports |
| Internet Cafes |
| Internet Service Providers |
| Internet Service Providers |
| Investing |
| Irish |
| Irish Pub |
| Israeli |
| IT Services & Computer Repair |
| Italian |
| Japanese |
| Jazz & Blues |
| Jazz & Blues |
| Jewelry |
| Juice Bars & Smoothies |
| Junk Removal and Hauling |
| Kafeteria |
| Kebab |
| Keys & Locksmiths |
| Kinderaktivitäten |
| Kiosk |
| Kiosk |
| Kitchen & Bath |
| Knitting Supplies |
| Korean |
| Kosher |
| Kurdisk |
| Lakes |
| Landmarks & Historical Buildings |
| Landscape Architects |
| Landscaping |
| Language Schools |
| Laos |
| Laser Eye Surgery/Lasik |
| Laser Hair Removal |
| Latin American |
| Laundromat |
| Lawn Bowling |
| Lawyers |
| Leather Goods |
| Lebanese |
| Lebanese |
| Leisure Centers |
| Libraries |
| Life Coach |
| Light Rail Stations |
| Lighting Fixtures & Equipment |
| Limos |
| Linge de maison |
| Lingerie |
| Live/Raw Food |
| Local Flavor |
| Local Services |
| Lounges |
| Luggage |
| Lyonnais |
| Magicians |
| Makeup Artists |
| Malaysian |
| Market Stalls |
| Marketing |
| Martial Arts |
| Masonry/Concrete |
| Mass Media |
| Massage |
| Massage Schools |
| Massage Therapy |
| Maternity Wear |
| Mattresses |
| Meat Shops |
| Medical Centers |
| Medical Spas |
| Medical Spas |
| Mediterranean |
| Men’s Clothing |
| Mensa / Kantine |
| Mexican |
| Middle Eastern |
| Middle Schools & High Schools |
| Midwives |
| Mini Golf |
| Mobile Phones |
| Modern Australian |
| Modern European |
| Mongolian |
| Moroccan |
| Mortgage Brokers |
| Mortgage Brokers |
| Mosques |
| Motorcycle Dealers |
| Motorcycle Rental |
| Motorcycle Repair |
| Mountain Biking |
| Movers |
| Museums |
| Music & DVDs |
| Music Venues |
| Music Venues |
| Musical Instruments & Teachers |
| Nail Salons |
| Nattmat |
| Naturopathic/Holistic |
| Neurologist |
| Newspapers & Magazines |
| Nightlife |
| Notaries |
| Nurseries & Gardens |
| Nutritionists |
| Obstetricians and Gynecologists |
| Office Cleaning |
| Office Equipment |
| Officiants |
| Oil Change Stations |
| Oncologist |
| Opera & Ballet |
| Opthalmologists |
| Optometrists |
| Oral Surgeons |
| Organic Stores |
| Oriental |
| Orthodonists |
| Orthopedists |
| Osteopathic Physicians |
| Other Airports |
| Outdoor Gear |
| Outlet Stores |
| Paintball |
| Painters |
| Pakistani |
| Parking |
| Parks |
| Parma |
| Party & Event Planning |
| Party Supplies |
| Patisserie/Cake Shop |
| Pawn Shops |
| Pediatric Dentists |
| Pediatricians |
| Performing Arts |
| Perfumes |
| Perfumes |
| Periodontists |
| Persian/Iranian |
| Personal Chefs |
| Personal Injury |
| Personal Shopping |
| Peruvian |
| Pest Control |
| Pet Boarding/Pet Sitting |
| Pet Groomers |
| Pet Services |
| Pet Stores |
| Pet Training |
| Pets |
| Pharmacy |
| Photographers |
| Photography Stores & Services |
| Physical Therapy |
| Piercing |
| Pilates |
| Pizza |
| Playgrounds |
| Plumbing |
| Plus Size Fashion |
| Podiatrists |
| Police Departments |
| Polish |
| Pool Cleaners |
| Pool Halls |
| Portuguese |
| Post Offices |
| Postbetjent |
| Potatoes |
| Preschools |
| Print Media |
| Printing Services |
| Private Investigation |
| Private Schools |
| Private Tutors |
| Proctologists |
| Professional Services |
| Professional Sports Teams |
| Property Management |
| Property Management |
| Psychiatrists |
| Psychics & Astrologers |
| Pub Food |
| Public Relations |
| Public Services & Government |
| Public Transportation |
| Pubs |
| Pulmonologist |
| Radio Stations |
| Rafting/Kayaking |
| Real Estate |
| Real Estate |
| Real Estate Agents |
| Real Estate Agents |
| Real Estate Services |
| Real Estate Services |
| Record Labels |
| Recording & Rehearsal Studios |
| Recreation Centers |
| Recycling Center |
| Reflexology |
| Regional Airports |
| Rehabilitation Center |
| Religious Organizations |
| Resorts |
| Restaurants |
| Retirement Homes |
| Rock Climbing |
| Rolfing |
| Romain |
| Roofing |
| Rumänisch |
| Russian |
| RV Dealers |
| RV Rental |
| Salad |
| Sandwiches |
| Saunas |
| Scandanavian |
| Schwäbisch |
| Scottish |
| Screen Printing |
| Screen Printing/T-Shirt Printing |
| Scuba Diving |
| Seafood |
| Seafood Markets |
| Security Services |
| Security Systems |
| Segelfliegen |
| Segein |
| Self Storage |
| Serbo-Kroatisch |
| Service Stations |
| Sewing & Alterations |
| Shades & Blinds |
| Shanghainese |
| Shipping Centers |
| Shoe Repair |
| Shoe Stores |
| Shopping |
| Shopping Centers |
| Singaporean |
| Skandinavisk design |
| Skärgärdskrogar |
| Skate Parks |
| Skating Rinks |
| Skattekontor |
| Ski Resorts |
| Skiing |
| Skin Care |
| Skydiving |
| Sleepwear |
| Smog Check Stations |
| Smørrebrød |
| Snow Removal |
| Soccer |
| Social Clubs |
| Solar Installation |
| Soul Food |
| Soup |
| Southern |
| Souvenirs |
| Spanish |
| Special Education |
| Specialty Food |
| Specialty Schools |
| Speech Therapists |
| Sport Equipment Hire |
| Sporting Goods |
| Sports Bars |
| Sports Clubs |
| Sports Medicine |
| Sports Wear |
| Sports Wear |
| Stadiums & Arenas |
| Steakhouses |
| Street Vendors |
| Subway Stations |
| Sud Ouest |
| Summer Camps |
| Surf Shop |
| Surfing |
| Surgeons |
| Sushi Bars |
| Svenskt |
| Swimming Lessons/Schools |
| Swimming Lessons/Schools |
| Swimming Pools |
| Swimwear |
| Swiss |
| Synagogues |
| Szechuan |
| Tai Chi |
| Taiwanese |
| Tanning |
| Tapas Bars |
| Tapas/Small Plates |
| Tattoo |
| Tattoo Removal |
| Tax Services |
| Taxis |
| Tea Rooms |
| Television Service Providers |
| Television Stations |
| Tennis |
| Test Preparation |
| Tex-Mex |
| Thai |
| Thrift Stores |
| Tickets |
| Tires |
| Tobacco Shops |
| Tours |
| Towing |
| Toy Stores |
| Traditional Chinese Medicine |
| Train Stations |
| Trainers |
| Transportation |
| Travel Services |
| Tree Services |
| Truck Rental |
| Tsjekkisk |
| Turkish |
| Tutoring Centers |
| Ukrainian |
| University Housing |
| University Housing |
| Upplevelser |
| Urgent Care |
| Used Books |
| Used, Vintage & Consignment |
| Vacation Rental Agents |
| Vegan |
| Vegetarian |
| Venues & Event Spaces |
| Veterinarians |
| Video/Film Production |
| Videographers |
| Videos and Video Game Rental |
| Vietnamese |
| Vinyl Records |
| Vocational and Technical School |
| Watch Repair |
| Watches |
| Water Taxis |
| Web Design |
| Wedding Planning |
| Weight Loss Centers |
| Welsh |
| Wholesale Stores |
| Window Washing |
| Windows Installation |
| Windshield Installation & Repair |
| Wine Bars |
| Wineries |
| Wineries |
| Wok |
| Women’s Clothing |
| Wraps |
| Yoga |
| Youth Club |
| Zoos |
| Zypriotisch |