The GTA 6 map is the largest and most detailed Rockstar has ever built. It covers the entire state of Leonida, including the metropolitan sprawl of Vice City and a dozen satellite regions. This guide breaks down every confirmed region, its neighborhoods, and what you can do there.
Vice City Proper
Vice City is the heart of the GTA 6 map and is loosely modeled on 1980s Miami. It is split into roughly twenty districts, each with its own look and feel.
Ocean Beach
The southern beachfront strip. Home to art deco hotels, beach bars, and the iconic Ocean Drive promenade. Players will spend a lot of early-game time here for Lucia and Jason's apartment.
Downtown Vice City
The financial and entertainment core. Skyscrapers, rooftop pools, nightclubs, and the VCPD Central Precinct. Most late-game missions start here.
Vice Beach North
The northern beach extension. Quieter than Ocean Beach but with a great strip of surf shops, motels, and taco stands. Excellent starting area for new players.
Little Havana
Cuban-American neighborhood with cigar shops, murals, and botanicas. Strong street racing scene. The Calzada family operates out of here.
Brickridge
Industrial district on the western edge. Wrecking yards, container terminals, and a smuggler airstrip. Great for vehicle sourcing missions.
Outer Leonida Regions
Port Gellhorn
A coastal port town modeled loosely on Key West. Famous for its pirate history, boardwalks, and tourist traps. Hosts several mid-game story missions.
Grassrivers
Rural ranch country to the north. Cattle ranches, corn fields, and small general stores. Hunting and horseback riding are major activities here.
Mount Kalaga
The mountainous region north of Vice City. Ski resort, alpine lakes, and remote cabins. Several treasure hunts take place in this area.
Ambrosia
A swampy region to the west. Modeled on the Everglades. Alligator hunting, airboat racing, and backwoods smuggling are major activities.
Leonida Keys
A chain of small islands off the southern coast. Boat-only access. Pirate-themed bars, smuggler coves, and the rumored sunken treasure location.
Hotspots and Activities
Every region has unique activities, including:
- Street races: Available in Little Havana, Brickridge, and Ocean Beach.
- Hunting: Best in Grassrivers, Mount Kalaga, and Ambrosia.
- Smuggling: Best in Port Gellhorn, Leonida Keys, and Brickridge.
- Sightseeing: Best on the rooftop bars of Downtown Vice City.
- Treasure hunts: Spread across all regions.
Hidden Areas
The GTA 6 map has several hidden or hard-to-reach areas that will not show up on your in-game map:
- The sunken cargo ship in Leonida Keys.
- An abandoned Cold War bunker in Mount Kalaga.
- A ghost town in the far western desert.
- A submerged aircraft off the Ambrosia coast.
- A drive-in theater on the rural highway between Grassrivers and Brickridge.
FAQ: Leonida Map
Q: How big is the GTA 6 map compared to GTA V?
A: The GTA 6 map is roughly 1.6 times the size of GTA V's Los Santos and Blaine County combined.
Q: Are all regions unlocked from the start?
A: No. Some regions like Mount Kalaga and the deeper Leonida Keys unlock partway through the story.
Q: Can I swim in the ocean?
A: Yes. Full underwater exploration is supported and there are several underwater activities and treasures.
Q: Is there a fast travel system?
A: Yes. Fast travel unlocks after the second story chapter. You can then teleport to any owned property or taxi stand.
Q: Are there dynamic events in every region?
A: Yes. Random encounters, side missions, and dynamic weather events are present in every region.
With this regional breakdown, you will know exactly where to go for the activities you enjoy most. Plan your exploration around the story chapters that unlock each region.
Smaller Neighborhoods Worth Exploring
Beyond the major districts, there are dozens of smaller neighborhoods worth exploring:
Vista Del Mar
A beachfront neighborhood on the southern edge of Vice City. Famous for its boardwalk and the iconic Vista Del Mar pier. Best for casual dining and the seafood restaurant chain.
Park Heights
A residential neighborhood in central Vice City. Known for its historic homes and the Park Heights golf course. Best for the social golf missions.
Glen Town
A suburban neighborhood on the northern edge of Vice City. Known for its strip malls and the Glen Town Mall. Best for shopping missions.
Mirror Park
A hipster neighborhood east of Downtown. Known for its indie coffee shops and the Mirror Park art gallery. Best for the art collector missions.
Vinewood Hills
An upscale neighborhood on the western edge of Vice City. Known for its celebrity mansions and the Vinewood sign. Best for the paparazzi missions.
Map Activities by Region
Side Missions by Region
Every region has unique side missions. Examples:
- Ocean Beach: lifeguard missions, beach volleyball tournaments
- Downtown VC: high-society social events, stock trading missions
- Little Havana: domino tournaments, Calzada family errands
- Brickridge: construction site missions, container yard heists
- Port Gellhorn: pirate-themed treasure hunts, smuggler jobs
- Grassrivers: cattle drive missions, ranch hand jobs
- Mount Kalaga: ski patrol missions, mountain rescue jobs
- Ambrosia: airboat racing, gator hunting
Random Encounters by Region
Every region has random encounters. Examples:
- Ocean Beach: a tourist gets their wallet stolen (chase the thief)
- Downtown VC: a businessman gets mugged (rescue him)
- Little Havana: a street race starts (join or decline)
- Brickridge: a gang fight breaks out (help one side or leave)
- Port Gellhorn: a boat is in distress (rescue the crew)
Collectibles by Region
Every region has unique collectibles. Examples:
- Ocean Beach: 20 vinyl records hidden on the boardwalk
- Downtown VC: 15 luxury watches hidden in penthouses
- Little Havana: 30 cigars hidden in cigar shops
- Brickridge: 25 cargo manifests hidden in the port
- Port Gellhorn: 20 pirate coins hidden on beaches
Map Progression Tips
Don't Rush the Story
The map is best explored after Chapter 4, when all fast travel options are unlocked. Before that, you are limited to taxi fast travel and the distances can be tedious.
Pick a Home Base
Choose a home base early and use it as your fast travel anchor. The Ocean Beach apartment is the best choice because it is central and has all the wardrobe and garage slots.
Explore One Region at a Time
Don't try to explore the whole map at once. Focus on one region per play session and complete all activities before moving on.
Final Tips
- The map is huge. Take your time and explore.
- Every region has unique content. Don't skip any.
- Use fast travel to save time between regions.
- The hidden areas are worth finding. They contain unique rewards.