As online shopping continues to evolve, the demand for a seamless click-and-collect experience is rising. More customers want the option to find nearby stores, check availability, and plan their in-store visit — all directly from your website. Unfortunately, native Magento lacks a robust, user-friendly store locator feature. That’s where our latest extension — the Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator — steps in. It allows you to add store locations on Google Maps, organize them by region, and present complete contact and operational data — all within a mobile-optimized interface.
This article explores why it’s the best Magento 2 store locator extension and how easily it integrates into your Magento store.
What Is Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator?
Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator is a powerful extension that enables you to display multiple store locations on an interactive map. It includes Google Maps integration, region filters, and detailed store profiles, improving customer experience and store visibility.
It’s built for Magento store owners who:
- Need a frontend store locator page with advanced features
- Manage multiple physical outlets
- Want a click & collect or in-store pickup option
Features of Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator
1. Easy Setup & Google Maps Support
You can quickly enable the module from:
Admin > Stores > Configuration > Scommerce Configuration > Store Locator
Features include:
- Enable/Disable toggle
- Google Maps API support
- Pagination control (items per page)
Pro Tip: Get your free Google Maps API key to activate mapping.
2. Region Management for Better User Filtering
Create structured location groups like North America, Asia, or Europe. This improves navigation and localization.
Steps:
- Go to
Store>Regionsin your admin panel - Add/edit/delete store regions
- Upload optional region images
- Use bulk delete actions
Each region shows up as a filter on the frontend, helping customers find local stores faster.
3. Store Location Management
Stores can be added and assigned to regions individually.
Admin Features:
- Store name & full address
- Email, phone, hours of operation
- Store description (“Free parking”, “Wheelchair accessible” etc.)
- Assign to existing region
- Mass delete or update stores
Everything updates live on the frontend without requiring re-indexing.
The Frontend Customer Experience
Store Locator Page
Customers can visit the /storelocator page on your site to find nearby stores via:
- Interactive Google Map thumbnails
- Paginated store list
- Alphabetical sorting
- Left-hand region filter panel
If regions are not defined, the layout auto-adjusts to a full-width layout.
Filter by Region
If you’ve added store regions, customers can:
- Click a region from the left-hand panel
- Instantly see stores in that area
- Switch between regions easily
View All Stores
Visitors can also browse all stores at once:
- Fully mapped listings
- Pagination enabled
- Responsive layout across all devices
Store Detail View: Full Store Information
For each selected store, a “View Store” button opens a dedicated store detail page featuring:
- Large Google Map view
- Store title and address
- Phone/email
- Hours and open days
- Custom store description (e.g., “Now offering curbside pickup”)
- Associated region (if applicable)
Navigation Features:
- “Back to Stores” button brings users to the previous filtered view
- If no region is assigned, the template adjusts accordingly
Why Choose Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator Over Others?
We compared this extension to popular ones in the market, and here’s how we stand out:
| Feature | Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps Integration | ✅ | ✅ |
| Region-Based Filtering | ✅ Native | 🚫 or Add-on |
| Editable Store Pages | ✅ Full CRUD | ❌ Limited |
| Mobile-Friendly & Responsive | ✅ | ✅ |
| Bulk Add/Delete Stores | ✅ Included | ❌ |
| Page Speed Optimization | ✅ Lightweight build | ⚠️ Varies |
| Domain-Limited Licensing | ✅ Secure | ⚠️ Some don’t |
What Benefits Does This Bring Your Store?
- Boost In-store Traffic – Customers find your nearest location quickly
- Mobile-Optimized UI – Works beautifully on all screen sizes
- Fast Loading Maps & Lists – No bulky scripts or CSS bloat
- Local SEO Friendly – Each store page can be indexed by search engines
- Enterprise Ready – Multi-region, multilingual compatible
How to Set Up Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator (Quick Start)
- Install the extension via Composer or FTP
- Navigate to Store Locator settings in admin
- Input your Google Maps API key
- Create regions
- Create and assign store locations
- Visit
yourstore.com/storelocatorto test
Everything works out-of-the-box on both Magento Open Source and Adobe Commerce (Cloud).
Conclusion: Put Your Stores on the Map – Literally
If you have physical locations, don’t just list them in your footer. Offer your customers an engaging shopping experience with the Magento 2 Advanced Store Locator extension.
📌 Start showing your stores on the map today. The setup is easy. The results? Powerful.
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