The tmapverse is a meta-package that installs and attaches a curated set of packages for thematic mapping in R.
It brings together the core tmap package, its extensions, and supporting spatial and color tools — providing a consistent, high-level framework for visualizing and analyzing spatial data.
Core package tmap and extension packages
| Package | Description | Logo |
|---|---|---|
| tmap | Core package for static and interactive thematic maps. |  |
| tmap.glyphs | Add glyphs (small plots) to maps. |  |
| tmap.networks | Visualize networks and flows on maps. |  |
| tmap.cartogram | Create cartograms with distorted geometries. |  |
| tmap.mapgl | Add interactive modes based on ‘Mapbox GL JS’ and ‘MapLibre GL JS’. |  |
Under the hood
| Package | Description | Logo |
|---|---|---|
| sf | Simple Features for R — standard for vector spatial data. |  |
| stars | Spatiotemporal arrays for raster and vector data cubes. |  |
| terra | Modern package for raster and vector spatial data. |  |
| cols4all | Explore, compare, and apply color palettes for maps. |  |
Installation of tmapverse is straightforward:
install.packages("tmapverse")Install the development version from GitHub:
# install.packages("remotes")
remotes::install_github("r-tmap/tmapverse")