goplaces

Resolve place discovery queries into structured Google Places results via CLI.

2|Updated May 23, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #api key #json output #location search #reviews #google places #place details

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill goplaces-enclawed

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill goplaces-enclawed

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It removes the friction of searching Google Places by hand and turns location lookups into fast, repeatable results for people and scripts.

Core Features & Use Cases

Human-friendly search for businesses, neighborhoods, and landmarks.
Place details, resolution, and review retrieval from a single CLI.
JSON output for automation, reporting, or downstream tooling.
Example: quickly compare nearby coffee shops, then inspect ratings, hours, and reviews before choosing one.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for a place near you and return the best match with details in the format you prefer.

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 and get JSON output for my scripts?▼

You can search Google Places and get JSON output by using the goplaces CLI with a valid GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY. This enables deterministic workflows by returning business search results, place details, and reviews in structured JSON format for downstream automation.

Do I need a Google Places API key to retrieve place details and reviews?▼

Yes, retrieving place details and reviews requires a valid GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY and the goplaces CLI. The API key authenticates your requests to the Google Places API, allowing you to resolve addresses and fetch business data programmatically.

What's the best way to automate location search queries without manual web lookups?▼

Automating location search queries is best done by using the goplaces CLI to resolve place discovery requests into structured Google Places results. It removes manual friction by providing JSON output for scripted automation and deterministic reporting.

Can I retrieve business hours and ratings from Google Places in a single command?▼

Yes, you can retrieve business hours and ratings from Google Places using a single goplaces CLI command. The tool consolidates business search, address resolution, place details, and review retrieval into one interface for fast manual lookup or scripted automation.

What types of location search queries does the Google Places API resolve through this tool?▼

The tool resolves place discovery queries into structured Google Places results, supporting business search, address resolution, place details, and review retrieval. It handles human-friendly searches for businesses, neighborhoods, and landmarks.

Are there limitations when using JSON output for Google Places search automation?▼

JSON output from Google Places search is deterministic but depends entirely on a valid GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY and the goplaces CLI. Limitations include API rate limits and data availability constraints inherent to the Google Places API itself.