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goplaces

Query Google Places data via goplaces CLI for text searches, details, and reviews.

1|Updated Mar 30, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#reviews#json-output#goplaces#google-places#place-search#place-details
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge --skill goplaces-arry8
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge --skill goplaces-arry8

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Non-programmatic teams and automated pipelines need fast access to current place data without leaving their tooling. The goplaces CLI provides text search, place details, and reviews retrieval directly from Google Places for quick discovery and automation-friendly outputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text search to discover places by keywords
  • Fetch place details and user reviews for a selected place
  • Output in human-friendly text by default or JSON for scripts

Quick Start

Run a quick search for nearby coffee shops using goplaces and view results in human-friendly output.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I query Google Places data using a command line interface?▼

Query Google Places data using a command line interface by running text searches, details lookups, and reviews retrieval. The CLI returns human-friendly text by default or JSON output for integration into automation workflows.

Can I retrieve user reviews from Google Places via CLI?▼

Yes, you can retrieve user reviews from Google Places via CLI. The tool provides a dedicated reviews retrieval command to fetch user feedback and ratings for a selected place directly to your terminal.

Do I need a Google Places API key to search for places from the terminal?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to search for places from the terminal. The CLI requires this key to authenticate standard commands like search, details, and resolve successfully.

What is the best way to get JSON output for Google Places searches in automation pipelines?▼

The best way to get JSON output for Google Places searches in automation pipelines is using a CLI tool that supports text search and details retrieval. It outputs structured JSON directly for scripting and automated workflows.

Does the goplaces CLI support place discovery by keywords?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports place discovery by keywords. It provides a text search command to find nearby places like coffee shops, returning results in either human-friendly text or JSON format.

What are the limitations of using a CLI for Google Places data retrieval?▼

Limitations of using a CLI for Google Places data retrieval include being bound by the platform's API rate limits and requiring a valid Google Places API key. The tool focuses on text search, details, and reviews without graphical mapping features.

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