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goplaces

Query the Google Places API for text search, place details, location resolution, and reviews.

Updated Jan 29, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#places#google maps
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools --skill goplaces-douglasjs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools/tree/main/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools --skill goplaces-douglasjs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to query the Google Places API, enabling users to easily find information about locations, businesses, and points of interest.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on keywords (e.g., "coffee shops", "restaurants").
  • Place Details: Retrieve in-depth information about a specific place using its ID.
  • Resolve Locations: Convert human-readable addresses into place information.
  • Reviews: Fetch user reviews for places.
  • JSON Output: Get structured JSON data for programmatic use.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "museums" in London and output the results in JSON format.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find places and businesses using the Google Places API from the command line?▼

You can find places using the Google Places API by running the goplaces CLI tool, which executes text searches for keywords like coffee shops and outputs human-friendly location data or scriptable JSON.

Can I retrieve user reviews for a specific location via Google Maps API?▼

Yes, you can retrieve user reviews for a specific location by querying the Google Places API with the goplaces tool, which fetches and returns review data for resolved place IDs.

How do I convert a human-readable address into structured place information?▼

To convert a human-readable address into structured place information, use the goplaces CLI tool to resolve the location via the Google Places API, returning the matched place details.

Do I need an API key to search for points of interest with a CLI tool?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to search for points of interest, as the goplaces CLI tool requires this key to authenticate requests and retrieve location data.

What is the best way to get structured JSON output for Google Places text searches?▼

The best way to get structured JSON output for Google Places text searches is using the goplaces CLI tool, which facilitates scriptable data retrieval directly from the API responses.

How do I get in-depth place details using a place ID from Google Maps?▼

You get in-depth place details by passing a specific place ID to the goplaces CLI tool, which queries the Google Places API to retrieve comprehensive information about that location.

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