Grand Theft Auto VI does not merely take place in a single revamped city—it encompasses an entire fictitious parody of Florida christened the State of Leonida. Through meticulous examination of police cruiser livery, road sign textures, radio station broadcasts, and government seal decals from official trailers and leaked build coordinates, the full geographic anatomy of Leonida has been unmasked.
Here is your comprehensive travel atlas to every confirmed city, rural settlement, and administrative county in Grand Theft Auto VI.
The Three Counties of Leonida
Just as GTA 5 was divided between Los Santos County and Blaine County, GTA 6 establishes three distinct geopolitical zones, each characterized by stark economic contrasts and unique local law enforcement agencies:
1. Vice-Dale County (Parody of Miami-Dade)
The cultural and economic epicenter of Leonida. Vice-Dale County is a glittering playground of international narco-wealth, hyper-modern high-rise condominiums, luxury marinas, and vibrant nightlife juxtaposed against impoverished industrial ghettos.
- Vice Beach: The world-famous sun-soaked strip mirroring South Beach, lined with Art Deco hotels, rollerbladers, bodybuilders, and exotic supercars along Ocean Drive.
- Downtown Vice City: The towering financial hub featuring corporate skyscrapers, corporate headquarters, and luxury penthouses.
- Little Haiti & Little Cuba: Dense residential enclaves governed by rival street crews, vibrant bodegas, and distinct cultural architecture.
- Starfish Island: A private, gated island archipelago hosting ultra-luxurious gated mansions belonging to drug kingpins, cartel bosses, and streaming celebrities.
2. Kelly County (Parody of Central Florida & Citrus Country)
Moving north away from the coast, players enter the working-class rural heartland of Leonida. Kelly County is characterized by sprawling citrus orchards, dilapidated trailer parks, monster truck rallies, and strip-mining operations.
- Ambrosia: A decaying industrial company town dominated by sugar refineries and agricultural packaging warehouses. A major hotbed for biker gangs and gunrunners.
- Sundown: A small, dusty truck-stop town situated along the trans-state interstate highway, famous for greasy diners and neon-lit motels.
3. Leonard County & Port Gellhorn (Parody of Tampa / Panama City)
Located on the western coast of the Leonida peninsula, Port Gellhorn serves as the secondary metropolitan hub of GTA 6. Unlike the international glamour of Vice City, Port Gellhorn is a faded, gritty coastal haven for blue-collar smugglers, spring break revelers, and retired dockworkers.
- Port Gellhorn Raceway: A dirt-track stock car racing arena and speedway.
- Industrial Shipping Docks: Deep-water container ports facilitating clandestine narcotics import/export operations.
Comprehensive Leonida Geographic Directory
The Gator Keys and Overseas Highway Experience
One of the most anticipated driving experiences in gaming history will be traversing the Overseas Highway in GTA 6. Connecting mainland Vice-Dale to the southernmost Gator Keys, this series of immense sea-crossing concrete bridges offers breathtaking sunset ocean panoramas, maritime boat traffic beneath the pillars, and perilous high-speed police blockades.
The Keys feature distinct islands housing eccentric fishermen, eccentric multimillionaire compounds, and secluded marinas where illegal drug drops take place under the cover of dense maritime fog.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the entire state of Florida represented in GTA 6?
No. Similar to how San Andreas parodied California and Nevada, Leonida condenses the most iconic geographic, cultural, and ecological zones of Florida into a seamless, hyper-dense open-world playground.
Can you enter the airports in GTA 6?
Yes. Vice City International Airport (VCI) is fully modeled with functional passenger terminals, baggage carousel interiors, hangars, and active commercial jet runways.
Check out our analysis on total landmass in: GTA 6 Map Size vs GTA 5 & RDR2 or explore the full Maps & Locations Category.
