Web: Search for a location or drop a pin > photo > See more dates > scroll through dates and click one. Mobile: Search for location or drop pin > Street View preview > tap screen > See more dates > ...

Google Earth combines satellite imagery and aerial photography to create a rich picture of earth. You can use Google Earth online, on your smartphone or tablet, or on its desktop app — all for free.

It only goes back to 2007, but it works on desktop and mobile The Street View feature in Google Maps lets you see what a place looks like from the street before you go there. But check this out: ...