goplaces

Name: goplaces
Availability: InStock
Author: drshailesh88

Query Google Places via CLI for text search, details, and reviews.

Updated Jan 8, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #search #reviews #google-places #place-details #location-lookup

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill goplaces-drshailesh88

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill goplaces-drshailesh88

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables CLI-based queries to Google Places for fast location lookups.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text search: find places by keyword with optional filters (open now, radius, rating).
Details & reviews: fetch place details and user reviews to inform decisions.
Script-friendly outputs: emit JSON for integration into automation pipelines or dashboards.

Quick Start

Install goplaces via Homebrew: brew install steipete/tap/goplaces Search for nearby coffee shops: goplaces search "coffee" --lat 40.758 --lng -73.985 --radius-m 1000 Retrieve details: goplaces details <place_id> --reviews Output JSON for scripting: goplaces search "pizza" --json

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

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How do I search Google Places from the command line?▼

Yes, you can fetch place details and user reviews by passing a specific place ID. The CLI retrieves the full place information along with its associated human reviews to help inform your decisions.

Do I need a Google Places API key to use this location lookup tool?▼

Yes, you must provide a Google Places API key to use this location lookup tool. The environment variable GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY needs to be configured before executing any CLI search queries.

Can I output Google Places search results as JSON for automation pipelines?▼

Yes, you can output Google Places search results as JSON for automation pipelines. Using the JSON flag allows you to emit script-friendly outputs for seamless integration into your dashboards.

What is the best way to find nearby places by keyword and radius?▼

The best way to find nearby places by keyword and radius is using a CLI text search. You can pass latitude, longitude, and a specific radius in meters to filter your Google Places location lookup.

How do I install the goplaces binary for CLI location lookups?▼

You install the goplaces binary for CLI location lookups via Homebrew. Running the brew install command sets up the tool, allowing you to immediately query Google Places quickly from your terminal.