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goplaces

Query Google Places data from the command line with JSON output.

117|8|Updated Jan 20, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#search#reviews#goplaces#google-places#place-details
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/geezerrrr/motive --skill goplaces-geezerrrr
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/geezerrrr/motive/tree/main/Motive/Resources/Skills.bundle/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/geezerrrr/motive --skill goplaces-geezerrrr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Query Google Places data from the command line to locate places and retrieve details.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text search for places
  • Place details and reviews
  • JSON output for scripts and automation

Quick Start

Run goplaces search 'coffee' to retrieve matching results in JSON.

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 from the command line?▼

You can query Google Places data from the command line by running the goplaces binary, which supports text search, place details, resolve, and reviews commands with JSON output.

Can I retrieve Google Places reviews using a CLI tool?▼

Yes, you can retrieve Google Places reviews using the goplaces reviews command, which outputs the review data in JSON format suitable for scripts and automation.

Do I need an API key to search for place details in the terminal?▼

Yes, you need a GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable set to authenticate your requests and retrieve place details and search results from the Google Places API.

What is the best way to automate Google Places text searches in scripts?▼

The best way to automate Google Places text searches in scripts is using a CLI tool that outputs JSON, allowing you to pipe the goplaces search command results directly into other processing tools.

Does the goplaces CLI tool support resolving a place ID to full place details?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI tool supports a resolve command to map a place ID to full place details, returning the data structured as JSON for easy integration into automation workflows.

Are there limitations to querying Google Places data via a command line interface?▼

Querying Google Places data via a command line interface is limited by your GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY quota and rate limits, and the tool strictly provides JSON output without built-in formatting or visualization features.

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