
The best Minecraft seeds drop you into worlds filled with epic structures, rare biomes, and hidden surprises.
With new mobs, features, and updates rolling out constantly, starting fresh has never been more exciting. The right seed gives you the perfect launch point, whether you’re building a base, exploring ruins, or chasing the latest content.
If you want a world worth your time, you need one of the best Minecraft seeds.
Best Minecraft seeds for 1.21.101 update
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End Shipwreck

- Seed: -892177965212584998
- Platform: Java
Not all seeds need to be focused on the Overworld, especially with the new Minecraft update offering heightened lighting and design.
Once you’ve found the end portal (you’ll have to find that one by yourself), this seed drops you into an end ship, perfect for a base with a difference. Build your own Enderman pirate gang or challenge yourself to build a home in the End. Either way, this seed’s perfect.
Village Tower

- Seed: 7226627000711902118
- Platform: Bedrock
Villages are a great place to start your Minecraft adventure, and there’s nothing more unique than this seed. It’ll challenge even the most skilled builders to work along the tower, while offering some extremely useful resources in an already unforgiving landscape. If you’re looking for a challenge, this is it.
Surrounded Mountain

- Seed: 888882903781400170
- Platform: Java & Bedrock
Spawning straight onto a mountain surrounded by tons of other mountains isn’t something you’ll see often in Minecraft. This one’s perfect for a giant wintery mansion with beautiful views. It’s an ideal place for a castle or really any massive home.
Double Villages

- Seed: -2142620743545383513
- Platform: Java
- Coordinates: 400 112
If one village isn’t enough for you, then a seed with two villages will be perfect. They’re both connected with long walkways, allowing you to either build alongside the village, into it, or just live in one of the houses.
There’s enough loot, resources, and stunning locations in close proximity to these villages that anyone will thrive. Now you just need to get there.
The Grand Canyon

- Seed: -7775094310068025774
- Platform: Java & Bedrock
Widely regarded as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon is both a beautiful landmark to visit and a wonderful Minecraft seed.
Whether you’re looking to fill the large gorge with buildings (or one massive base) or just want to live in the Grand Canyon, this is a perfect seed that brings a challenge to your adventure.
Mansion, Outpost, Village, Mineshaft & more

- Seed: -5059790467397305529
- Platform: Bedrock
- Coordinates: 635, 64, 575
Complete with a village, an outpost, a desert temple, a stronghold, and a mansion all above ground, this seed is epic if you’re looking to loot all the ‘rare’ structures in Minecraft.
Combine that with the lush cave, mineshaft, and trial chamber waiting below you, and you have one fantastic seed to explore.
Dual Islands

- Seed: 100000046668248293
- Platform: Java & Bedrock
Is one island not quite enough? Or are you and a friend looking to create the best Minecraft world yet want to be apart to craft whatever you want? Well, this seed is perfect. It features two completely different islands not too far apart, allowing you to create whatever you want while still being near a friend.
What’s more, if you’re committed enough, you can always create a bridge across the islands and a minecart to ensure you’re always connected.
Bamboo Island

- Seed: 888880970769275929
- Platform: Java & Bedrock
This Bamboo Island is perfect for raising an army of pandas in a beautiful yet secluded jungle home, complete with plenty of land and sea to build on. It’s a unique seed that’s perfect for those who love a challenge.
On the plus side, you have enough wood and sticks to last you a lifetime… that is, if the pandas don’t eat all of it.
Cliffside Mansion

- Seed: -8029355185648172856
- Platform: Java
- Co-ordinates: 64 137 288
Nothing says premium like a cliffside mansion in the snow. This seed may require a little bit of swimming, but it’s worth it, as once you get to the mansion, you have everything you need to live a nice, easy, and extremely luxurious lifestyle, all without building a home.
The surrounding biomes are beautiful, and you’ll have nothing but the open sea to look out of on one side of the house.
Carved mountain cave

- Seed: 4299811354622765031
- Platform: Bedrock
Looking to live like the Dwarves in Lord of the Rings? Or wanting to bring in a brand new house challenge where your entire home fills the cavern? Or, is it the easy access to loot and ores from the moment you spawn that makes this seed amazing?
Trick questions, it’s all of them. This seed is fantastic. Filled with beautiful landscapes, the immense carved cave and a cherry blossom biome, anyone looking to try something new should dive into this awesome seed.
Icy Lake Village

- Seed: -8887135362805734363
- Platform: Bedrock
If you’re looking for free loot, a bed, and homes, then this seed is perfect. Or, if you’re looking to play with a friend and want to build bases near each other, then why not place them on either side of a beautiful ice rink?
As soon as you drop into spawn, you’re met with a huge expanse of snow with two villages, caverns, caves, and practically everything you’ll need. Dive into a winter wonderland and enjoy.
A small world

- Seed: 58561304246185338
- Platform: Java & Bedrock
Complete with a beautiful forest, cherry blossoms in the middle, a village on the edge and enough sand, grass, and sea to keep you happy, this seed almost feels like a micro world for you to explore in Minecraft, all within a tiny island.
It’s perfect for those wanting a cozy adventure, with enough just a boat ride away if you’re looking to expand.
Almost flying island

- Seed: 129889796299033
- Platform: Java
Ever wanted to build your world on a floating island? Well, with this seed you… almost …can!
This island has all you’ll need to get started and is a great isolated build. What’s more, there’s a beautiful forest not far from the island, so you can always branch out if you somehow run out of wood from all the trees.
Picture-perfect valley

- Seed: 125868575897571038
- Platform: Java
Nothing says picture perfect like an adorable meadow surrounded by snowy mountains, complete with forests and a Pale Garden. Oh, and a massive cave on one side, a river flowing through, a watchtower, and a village (though there is another outside of the mountains).
If you’re looking for a self-serving nook to build your base in, then this is the seed for you. It’s stunning, has enough space for multiple buildings, and looks beautiful.
Easter Island

- Seed: 3939326556279406672
- Platform: Java
- Coordinates: -4176 / 64 / -2439
Easter Island heads or Squidward’s house, you decide which one this structure looks like.
Either way, you might have to travel a fair distance from spawn to get to this unique structure, but the creative opportunities that lie in this seed are second to none. Flood the desert and turn it into your SpongeBob dreams, or make it more like Easter Island, or just build a house that looks like a head. The opportunities are endless.
X Marks the Spot

- Seed: 4459983549
- Platform: Java
Looking for a small but sweet seed for your Minecraft world? Well, this X Marks the Spot island is perfect for any smaller build, or a challenging survival where you’re forced to stay on the island and build your home.
Placed in the centre of a village, you already have all the resources you need, just on a tiny but beautiful island. If you’re looking for a survival challenge, this is the seed for you.
Mountain Landscape

- Seed: -4297265093878197790
- Platform: Java
While it may seem simple, sometimes that’s more effective than a complex seed. Though don’t be fooled, as it may feature some stunning mountains but it’s also got beautiful rivers, lakes, a cherry blossom biome, and three villages within 500 blocks of spawn.
On top of that, nearby you’ll find a broken nether portal, for those who want to dive into the adorable baby Ghasts in the next game drop.
Floating Islands

- Seed: 1627155556438
- Platforms: Java and Bedrock
If the image above looks complicated, it’s because it is. You’re dropped into an icy biome with only broken floating islands to work with. Don’t worry, there are other biomes around, but if you want to build your best How to Train your Dragon world in Minecraft, this is the best seed to use.
It’s stunning, completely out of the norm, and will make for an amazing world for any player who wants something a little more challenging to work with.
Cherry Blossom Sandwich

- Seed: 1899845621555937036
- Platform: Java
Sometimes you’re a sucker for a good Cherry Blossom Biome but would rather look at it than live inside it. After all, if you’re right there, it’s hard to truly appreciate the beauty that’s around you. This is where the Cherry Blossom seed comes in.
Essentially, you’re dropped into an adorable meadow sandwiched by two Cherry Blossom biomes. Each is split by rivers, providing water, wood, and of course tons of adorable flowers.
Fish Island

- Seed: 1848718043705712960
- Platform: Java
Looking to start up a small isolated island for all your fishing needs? Well, why not craft an adorable fishing cabin on an island that just so happens to be shaped like a fish?
This island may be small but it has it all, from lava, plenty of water, trees, and enough wildlife to keep you company on your solo fishing trip. The creative ideas that could span off of this find are limitless.
Snow Blossoms

- Seed: 5063885805507972583
- Platform: Java
Minecrafts Cherry Blossom biomes are beautiful in their own right, but when combined with a lovely snowy biome, you’re almost bound to fall in love. Especially when you start dreaming up all the cozy cabins you can create using the Cherry Blossom wood.
What’s more, a village is just on the other side of the mountain, making your trading, beds, and resources extremely easy to get.
Pride Rock

- Seed: -184311627141651860
- Platform: Java
Want to live like Simba and rule over everything the light touches? Then this is the best Minecraft seed for you. It places players in the middle of a Savanna filled with forest mountains (Pride Rock) and a variety of jungles, deserts, and unique structures to build your ideal world.
Buried Treasure

- Seed: -4813269715648826820
- Platform: Java
Whether you’re looking for an easy way to get hold of some wood, a lovely sandy beach home, or the opportunity to be a pirate, this seed is the one for you.
On one hand, you could always build a beach cabin or live your Peter Pan dreams in the forest, but on the other, you could take a page out of Captain Hook and go searching for buried treasure… who knows what you’ll find? (We do, and there’s definitely loot found under those sands).
Christmas-Town

- Seed: 2134202925157637760
- Platform: Java
Anytime is great for the snow, but we’re approaching Christmas so there’s no better time than to create your very own Christmas town, and this seed is perfect for it.
Everywhere you look there’s snow. This seed is filled with the Snowy biome yet still kitted out with all the trees, secret structures, and ores you’ll need to create your own cozy grotto, or an entire town inspired by Christmas.
Guaranteed Diamonds

- Seed: -4361528937055201680
- Platform: Java
Diamonds are a key aspect of any Minecraft adventure, but getting them isn’t always easy. That is unless you use a seed like this one, which comes with so many deep caverns, large caves, and extensive holes where grabbing the resource is guaranteed. Tons of these holes dive deep down to the level required for diamond, so grab your pickaxe and head down. Then, head over to 264, 120, and you’ll see a ruined Portal, making that obsidian hunt easier too.
Giant sinkhole

- Seed: -4254712814068106565
- Platform: Java
Ever wanted to live underground but still see the sky? Or wanted to create your own hobbit home on a grand scale? Well, this seed is the one for you.
Boasting a giant sinkhole at the coordinates: 30 84 -2129, user RoundYellow543 discovered a world surrounded by forest and bamboo, with a large sinkhole complete with waterfalls, caves, and even specs of grass for your crops.
Ice Spikes and Caves

- Seed: 12000
- Platform: Bedrock
While there may not be much in terms of structures or anywhere to get hold of that all-important wood, you’ll instantly have access to one of the rarest and most magnificent biomes in Minecraft.
The Ice Spikes biome is a challenging location to live in which is perfect for players who want something a little different. Or, if you’re looking for some useful caves to explore, there are plenty in this great Minecraft seed for 1.21.
Outpost, shipwreck, temple, and more

- Seed: 3546842701776989958
- Platform: Bedrock
This Minecraft world seed gives you a four-in-one as soon as you drop into the world. It’s filled with a desert village, a temple, an outpost, and a shipwreck for you to explore as well as a mangrove nearby.
You may want to prepare before storming any of these places since the landscapes are filled with deadly Pillagers. But once you’re prepared, this will give you the best start and is easily one of the best Minecraft seeds.
Unlimited Mineshaft

- Seed: 107038380838084
- Platform: Java
Mineshafts are the perfect location for loot in Minecraft. Sure, they may house some deadly mobs, but once you get to those spawners you’ll be swimming in Diamonds, Emeralds, and probably more horse armor than you need.
This see is fantastic for players who love Mineshafts, as it houses probably one of the biggest we’ve ever seen. Whether you’re looking to live your mining dreams or create a fantastic house underground, this seed is a great place to start.
Ancient City Mineshaft

- Seed: 4189766944005904899
- Platform: Java
Thanks to the cave update, we have been blessed with some impressive cave systems, specifically Ancient Cities. Such a city is available a short walk away from the spawn at coordinates 189 / -27 / 179 to be specific. Head down to the mineshaft and explore this wonderful sight — just stay away from the Warden.
Huge Ancient City

- Seed: 111111111111111111
- Platform: Java
If an Ancient City in a mineshaft isn’t for you, then perhaps 26 Ancient Cities within 5,000 blocks of each other will do? Not only is this seed pretty easy to remember, but it’s filled with loot, Wardens, and beautiful structures to explore, all within quick walking distance. Head to the coordinates -210, -52, -700 for the first City.
Allay rich woodland mansion

- Seed: -702411727950161736
- Platform: Java
Allays are a new addition to Minecraft and have introduced a great level of cuteness to the game as a whole. The only issue is they are usually trapped in places like a Woodland Mansion. Thankfully, there is one nearby spawn here, so you can free these adorable creatures – simply head to coordinates 229 / 97 / 476.
If you’re looking for some exploration or a pre-built house, this is one of the best Minecraft seeds you can find.
Stunning Woodland Mansion

- Seed: 844424960210770
- Platform: Java
While a Woodland Mansion surrounded by beautiful mushroom trees and a valley is lovely, sometimes you’re looking for a little more from either your prebuilt home or looting location. This is where this Stunning Woodland Mansion comes in.
Surrounded by mushrooms, Birch, and Oak, you’ll get any wood you need. Then there’s the mansion placement. It’s located right in the middle of a river, with easy access to an ocean and a large nearby cave. If you’re a beginner or want an easy world, this is the Minecraft seed for you. Especially given you spawn on top of the building.
Skyblocks Village

- Seed: 6332276367529012205
- Platform: Java
This is probably as close as you will get to playing Skyblocks without mods. It’s got some beautifully tall structures and is the type of game to force you into a unique building and playstyle in general. This is easily one of the best Minecraft seeds, especially if you love Skyblocks.
Ship out of water

- Seed: 9008355401877120259
- Platform: Bedrock
Normally, ships aren’t really supposed to be out of the water, but this one is and it’s filled to the brim with awesome loot, resources, and even some lovely views. Surrounding this docked ship is a beautiful village and an outpost to explore. To access it, head to the following coordinates: 200 / 63 / 250.
A moat fit for a castle

- Seed: 2
- Platform: Java
Yep, you read that right. This great Minecraft world seed is ‘2’ – meaning you’ll likely never forget it. The island right in the middle of the giant lake is perfect for anyone looking to rule the roost in their own castle, and you’ll even find a cave tucked away to go exploring in.
This island seed for Minecraft is perfect for a bit of isolation, or building the perfect castle, for, or self-sustaining region.
Giant mountain with deep caves

- Seed: 7032811939855349881
- Platform: Java
This seed has giant mountains that nestle within it a giant, deep cave with flows of lava. This fits perfectly into the newly updated caves and cliffs update. In the surrounding area, you’ll find lush forests and rolling hills.
Hollow Mountain

- Seed: 8486672581758651406
- Platform: Java
If a deep cave filled with lava (as seen in the see above) isn’t the design for you, then perhaps a stunning hollow mountain is. This seed is kitted out with a stunning open layout all encased within a massive hollow mountain. It has light, water, vines, mineshafts, and so much more, making it an ideal location for a brand-new base, or for your Diamond hunt.
Outpost near cave

- Seed: 5575193881835237220
- Platform: Java
Featuring a rare outpost in the middle of a field, this seed also spawns you near a vast cave that’s perfect for any underground adventurers.
Coastal Village with a docked ship

- Seed: 2083747154327962073
- Platform: Java
Fancy a trip to the seaside? This mountain peninsula offers some of the most breathtaking views in Minecraft. Whether you want to build a base on top of the peninsula, inside one of its hidden caves, or even on the water, you’ll have a blast either way.
All biomes (including all rare biome variants)

- Seed: 64971835648254
- Platform: Java (Bedrock download available)
BigBrain5Head found one of the best 1.21 Minecraft seeds, which houses all the biomes available in the 1.21 update, including all rare biome variants. This means you can set up your home and instantly get access to the game’s best resources.
To make matters even better, every biome is within a 2500-block radius of the spawn. This instantly cuts down the annoying treks between each area, saving you huge amounts of time. BigBrain5Head is certainly worthy of their name.
Shipwreck Island

- Seed: -7206690241419829648
- Platform: Java
Are you looking for an island seed in Minecraft that’s full of resources? This one’s for you. Featuring a ravine that intersects with another deep underwater, you’ll be able to explore high and low with this deserted island.
That’s not all, though. With beehives, shipwrecks, and an abandoned mineshaft containing chests that’ll nab you both Diamonds and glow berries, you’ll be set to have a blast with this seed.
Mountain Island Spawn

- Seed: 937250616
- Platform: Bedrock
This Bedrock-compatible island seed for Minecraft offers a bounty of wood types right off the bat, and it’s gorgeous to look at as well. There are smaller biomes included within, too, so there should be everything you need to live out your Castaway fantasies.
Mountain plains

- Seed: 7229962402130211473
- Platform: Java
Mountains not only provide you with a fantastic vantage point for you to survey your kingdom, but they also make for some awesome house locations. While mountains aren’t exactly uncommon in Minecraft, it is rare for them to completely surround a plain valley. The mountainous terrain even has its own freshwater river that flows through and around the craggy cliffs.
A land of Fire and Ice

- Seed: 45721884739527
- Platform: Java
This Minecraft seed is like a Russian doll as it’s hiding a secret area. To uncover the hidden village, you must first traverse the snowy tundra and make your way over a wooded mountain before you uncover a desert island. On this sandy wasteland, you’ll find a small village basking in the sun.
It’s a unique sight to behold and one that demonstrates just how amazing Minecraft’s procedurally generated worlds can be.
Water world

- Seed: 3010064798083778592
- Platform: Java
This seed won’t catch your eye for its scenic sights, nor will it make a particularly quaint home. It will, however, put your survival skills to the test. Players start by spawning inside an underwater shipwreck and you’ll need to escape to survive.
It’s up to you to salvage the shipwreck, fish for consumables, and search your watery surroundings for any useful resources. HydroPunkBot’s biome is not for the faint of heart, but if you’re up for a challenge, then this world seed will do just that.
Desert Island

- Seed: 43203781
- Platform: Bedrock
This island seed for Minecraft features everything from coral reefs to temples, treasures, skeletons, and even spiders! You’ve also got strongholds and a fortress – what more could you want?
The Lonely Island

- Seed: -180712982499944018
- Platform: Java and Bedrock
This lonely island seed for Minecraft is fantastic if you want the kind of challenge where you spawn in a rather baron landscape. Luckily, there are plenty of trees so you can start up easily enough.
This is the kind of seed where you can either make life easy or hard. There are enough islands around to collect resources or visit different landmarks but the large island is definitely the main location for a fantastic house.
The best Minecraft Desert Seed

- Seed: -3373198683487676029
- Platform: Java and Bedrock
Explore a mixture of Reef, Temple, Village, and Outpost with this fantastic seed, that works perfectly with either Bedrock or Java players.
This is a beautiful location to build a sunny beach house or locate some of the upcoming adorable camels coming in the 1.21 update. Either way, this is a beach-lovers paradise and is easily the best Minecraft desert seed.
Giant Mangrove Swamp

- Seed: 4025804172371830787
- Platform: Bedrock and Java
Looking to build an adorable witch’s hut while surrounded by towering Mangroves, teeny Frogs, and plenty of lilypads? Then this seed is perfect for you.
It’s got a beautiful and expansive Mangrove Swamp biome as soon as you spawn in and also includes some buried treasure, a Shipwreck, an Ocean Monument, and a Stronghold meaning you’ll never be stuck or bored.
Witches, witches, and more witches

- Seed: -9215772017318341931
- Platform: Java
If living in a Mangrove seed isn’t witchy enough for you, then perhaps a seed with both a Woodland Mansion and gour nearby Witch Huts is the best seed for you? After all, you could live in the mansion surrounded by your coven, or create your own Hocus Pocus cottage.
All four huts are near to the mansion, which is located at X=500, z=420, and the surounding area is a beautifully spooky swampland, Mangrove, and Jungle, perfectly setting up those Halloween vibes.
Lush Skull Island Cave

- Seed: 1040934860
- Platform: Java
This cool-looking island in Minecraft looks as gorgeous from the outside as it does from the inside as it is laden with some rare loot inside.
The cave also houses a huge village above it and you spawn directly over it making exploration all the more fun.
Cherry Groves

- Seed: 1691256543523180978
- Platform: Java
If you’re a fan of the tranquil cherry blossoms popularised by Japanese anime, the Cherry Groves Biome, added in the Trails & Tales update should be right up your alley. This seed houses a beautiful lake surrounded by cherry blossoms all around it.
If the cherry blossoms atop a cliff aren’t enough to sell you on this, the location even houses a village and a cave nearby making for plenty of exploration in this vast paradise of cherry groves.
Icy utopia

- Seed: 5488656216511509290
- Platform: Java
If the tranquility of cherry blossoms wasn’t enough for you and you’re looking for something “chiller”, this winter seed should interest you. You can build huge snow castles which along with the frozen lake go on to accentuate the environment even more.
You also have plenty of opportunity for exploration here as you can find a Pillager Outpost here along with a bunch of valuable loot.
Instant igloo

- Seed: 8014621782944328921
- Platform: Java
Nothing is worse than finding yourself without somewhere safe to sleep in your first night on Minecraft. Luckily, this igloo seed eliminates that problem, while also offering you an adorable home, valuable gear in the basement, and a nearby Shipwreck, in case the food, chest, bed, and more weren’t enough.
If you’re looking for an easy seed to start with, while also getting those ‘wintery vibes’ then this seed is perfect for you.
Underground Zombie Village

- Seed: -2404910741640601849
- Platform: Java
From the moment you spawn, you’re stuck in a cave filled with Zombies so this Minecraft seed is not for the faint-hearted.
Nevertheless, it’s an incredibly unique challenge and one that allows you to live underground while still having a village to explore, just watch out for the Zombies.
Plains village tucked away in a valley

- Seed: 1635965210870703300
- Platform: Java
If you’re looking for a breathtaking view, you need to look no further than this stellar seed that features a village tucked away in a valley. What’s more, there’s even a cave to explore right in the rock face – giving you ample chance to descend into the depths of this fantastic world.
Upon arrival, make sure to use the following coordinates to ensure you can find it in a pinch: 3271.37 / 142.12 / -3747.87 / 525.25 / 21.72.
Lake village on the edge of a steep cliff

- Seed: -865209853
- Platform: Java
This seed offers players a rare environment that boasts a village on the lake and a cliff littered with waterfalls and hidden caves. It’s easily one of the best Minecraft seeds you can find if you want some clever cliff-related builds.
Pillager outpost on a cliff

- Seed: -7197014500117473475
- Platform: Java
This seed features a pillager outpost on a cliffside overlooking a stunning view. Surrounded by forest and water, it’s a breathtaking site to behold upon spawning in.
Village with multi-tiered lakes

- Seed: 4344633995751933050
- Platform: Java
This is by far one of the most unique seeds you’ll come across in Minecraft, providing endless opportunities to build your own castle overlooking the lake, or anything else that inspiration strikes.
Mountain Valley double village

- Seed: 10532435
- Platform: Bedrock
Why have one village when you can have two in such close proximity? This seed comes with one large village and one medium village, with another just off-spawn.
Just watch your step when exploring them since this great Minecraft seed is filled with deep caverns and exciting exploration opportunities.
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How to use seeds in Minecraft
Now that you’ve picked out a world you want to head out on an adventure in, you might be wondering how to use the seeds in Minecraft. Luckily, these steps are relatively simple:
- From the main menu of Minecraft, click ‘Singleplayer‘.

- Select Create New World

- Then navigate to World and paste in your Seed.
- Next, ensure you’re in the game mode and difficulty you want and choose Create New World.

That’s it! You’ll now appear at the spawn point for your particular seed and are free to explore the world you’ve been looking for.
There you have it, some of the best Minecraft seeds to use in 2025, as of the Spring to Life update. You can also use our guides to learn more about the ultimate Bedrock Shaders, how to harvest honey and make a beehive, and even get a few interesting house ideas.