How to find villages in Minecraft

Ishan Vashishth
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Villages in Minecraft offer valuable trades, shelter, and sometimes even a friendly Iron Golem. Finding them can be a bit tricky, but don’t worry! This guide has all the tips and tricks you’ll need to find villages in Minecraft.

From wandering through vast biomes to utilizing handy commands, there are multiple ways to locate those elusive villages in Minecraft. No matter which method suits your playstyle, we’ll help you pinpoint these Minecraft settlements and reap the benefits they hold.

Think of this as your ultimate village-finding toolkit! Maybe you’re a seasoned explorer ready for a new challenge or a newbie looking for a shortcut. Prepare to uncover the secrets of locating villages in the game.

village in minecraft
There are multiple ways to find villages in Minecraft.

How to find villages in Minecraft

Exploration

Villages can appear in several different biomes. Your best bet is to focus your search on:

  • Plains: Rolling grasslands with plenty of open space
  • Savanna: Warm and dry, with acacia trees
  • Taiga: Snowy or forested regions with spruce trees
  • Desert: Sandy landscapes with cacti

Keep your eyes peeled for telltale signs of a village, such as buildings, crops, or a central well. Higher vantage points offer better visibility, so climb a hill or mountain if you can!

Tech Tools and Commands

Want a more direct way to find villages? Try these methods:

  • /locate village: This command (if cheats are enabled) gives you the coordinates of the nearest village.
  • Online Tools: Websites like Chunkbase Village Finder can map out village locations based on your world seed.

Increase Visibility

Want to enhance your exploration? Try these tips:

  • Fly with Elytra: If you have one, take to the skies! You’ll cover ground quickly and easily spot villages from above.
  • Maximize Render Distance: Boosting this in your options lets you see much further.
  • Use Potions: A Potion of Night Vision makes those village lights shine, especially during nighttime searches.
  • World Type: “Superflat” worlds have way more villages, great for quick finds.

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About The Author

Ishan graduated from IMT Hyderabad in 2021 with an MBA in Marketing. Previously, he worked as a content marketing specialist in the software development domain. In addition, he worked as a freelancer for GameRant for nearly two years. At Dexerto, he's part of our Evergreen team that handles latest video games content, with expertise in RPGs. You can reach him at ishan.vashishth@dexerto.com.