The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom features such a wide variety of weapons and armor that multiple systems were designed to ensure that Link knew not only that they exist but also where to find them. While there are several systems in the game, one of the most useful is the system built around Old Maps. These hidden items are spread throughout the Sky Islands, with each map found leading Link on a one-item treasure hunt through Tears of the Kingdom' s massive Depths area.
With more than 30 Old Maps to be found, Link can spend the entire game searching for these relics and still not find them all. This guide will explore every known Old Map, the location they lead to, and what is waiting when Link arrives.
This guide consists of every Old Map found in Tears of the Kingdom so far. It will be updated as soon as any new maps are discovered.
How Old Maps Work in Tears of the Kingdom
Old Maps are found on Sky Islands, always hidden away in chests. The two most common ways Link will come across an old map are through exploration and mini-boss fights. When exploring, Link will often find these chests out in the open, though there are a few that can be tricky. With boss fights, Link will find that he will most often be facing Flux Constructs.
When Link comes across an old map, it will immediately trigger a scene in which an X is marked on the map of the Depths. Each X corresponds with a special treasure chest that contains a single piece of armor. Many of the best pieces of equipment in Tears of the Kingdom can be found this way.
The best way to search for Old Maps, even when using a guide, is to activate the Purah Pad's Sensor + system. This can be acquired through Robbie during his quest line. Link can make a treasure chest the active target of his Sensor, making the entire process of finding Old Maps considerably easier.
Rising Island Chain (Wind Temple Area)
Old Map 1: Flux Construct I
Flux Construct I - Battle Arena in Rising Island Chain. Coordinates: -3488, 3512, 0930
Treasure: Miner's Mask - Abandoned Kara Kara Mine - Coordinates: -3230. -2476, -0475
West Hebra Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Flux Construct I
This Old Map is found on the shoulder of a Flux Construct I. This construct is found on the battle platform directly beneath the main platform supporting the Ijo-o Shrine. Coordinates: -3863, 2719, 0544.
Treasure: Miner's Trousers - Hylia Canyon Mine - Coordinates: -1267, -2248, -0707.
Old Map 2: Northern Island
This old map is located on the northernmost island in the West Hebra Archipelago's main group. Coordinates: -3860, 2921, 0747.
Treasure: Miner's Top - Daphnes Canyon Mine - Coordinates: -0177, -0557, -0514
North Tabantha Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: South of Rito
This map is found on the lowest of a series of islands that sit in the sky just south of Rito Village. When Link has the Zora Armor, he can launch from the Rospro Pass Skyview Tower and swim up the waterfall that leads to the correct island. Coordinates: -3429, 1445, 1193.
Treasure: Tunic of the Wild - Gerudo Dark Skelton - Coordinates: -4878, -3720, -0458
Tabantha Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Southwest of Lightcast Island
This map is found on one of the higher islands in the Tabantha chain. Look at the above image to see exactly which island Link must reach. Link will have to use some kind of flying device to reach this location, as it is far higher than any Skyview Tower can send him. Coordinates: -3960, 0609, 1708
Treasure: Trousers of the Wild - Eldin Dark Skeleton - Coordinates: 1673, 3722, -0561
Old Map 2: Tabantha Main Islands
This island is found in the heart of the Tabantha Sky Archipelago. Head to the northwestern edge of the island and look down.
Dangling between levels on the main island with the launching mechanism. Coordinates -3634, 0468, 1661
Treasure: Cap of the Wild - Hebra Dark Skeleton - Coordinates: -3955, 3723, -0858
North Gerudo Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: North of Starview
Chest found on a small island just north of the spherical Starview Island-3377, -0021, 2284
Treasure: Mask or Weapon from Red Gloom Chest (Coliseum/Fight)
East Hebra Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Big Drop
This first chest is found dangling off the eastern tip of the island north of Taninoud Shrine. On the map, it is clear that an island floats beneath, but it is not clear just how far down it is. Once Link shoots the vine, the chest will fall fairly far. Link need not worry; the chest will land safely on the island below.
Treasure: Secluded Coliseum/Necluda Depths - Ravio's Hood - Coordinates: 2244, -1901, -0467
South Hyrule Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Reel It In
This chest is located on the arm of the giant island that can be manipulated by the Ultrahand Apparatus. It can be seen hanging from a vine off the far right arm of the island. If Link uses R1 to spin the island forward, he can reel the chest in like a fish, leaving it sitting on top, ready for him to grab.
Treasure: Tunic of the Hero - Dueling Canyons Mine - Coordinates: 1283, -1812, -0784
Old Map 2: Flux Construct II
This map is found on the shoulder of the Flux Construct II, which is located below the main island area.
Treasure: Cap of the Hero - Tuft Canyon Mine - Coordinates: 2520, -3602, -0626
Old Map 3: Luminous Stone Island
The third old map in the West Hyrule island chain is found on a small floating island made of luminous stone. Link can use the launching mechanism to easily reach the small platform.
Treasure: Trousers of the Hero - Corvash Canyon Mine - Coordinates: -3352, 2312, -0812
Old Map 4: Eastern Island
This map is found in a chest dangling between two islands. Link can shoot the vine that holds the chest and allow it to safely fall to the lower island.
Treasure: Mask or Weapon from Red Gloom Chest (Coliseum/Fight)
East Gerudo Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Second Floor Basement
This chest is found on the northernmost island in the East Gerudo chain. This island has three levels, with the Old Map found on the second. The bottom floor has one of Tears of the Kingdom's Sage's Wills, so if Link finds that chest, he is one level too low. Coordinates: -1953, -1806, 1167
Treasure: Sword of the Hero - Dalite Grove - Coordinates: -2047, -1128, -0546
West Necluda Sky Archipelago
Old Map 1: Eastern Island With Nose
Coordinates: 1654, -2193, 0565
Hanging between the island with the nose and a small island beneath it.
Treasure: Tunic of the Sky - Minshi Grove - Coordinates: 1019, 1408, -0542