goplaces

Query Google Places data for text search, details, resolve, and reviews.

Updated Jan 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hcnimi/clawdis --skill goplaces-hcnimi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/hcnimi/clawdis/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hcnimi/clawdis --skill goplaces-hcnimi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Google Places data is scattered and manually querying it for business details, locations, and reviews is tedious; goplaces provides a fast CLI to search, resolve, and fetch details with human-friendly output and optional JSON for scripting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search: text-based queries to find places by name or category.
  • Details & Reviews: fetch essential details and user reviews for context.
  • Resolve: disambiguate ambiguous queries to precise locations.
  • Output: default human-friendly results, with a JSON option for scripting.
  • Use Case: scout nearby coffee shops for a cafe-hunting trip and export results for reporting.

Quick Start

Search for a place like 'coffee' near me and return the first five results with basic details.

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 CLI?

You can query Google Places data using a CLI by running text searches to find places by name or category. The CLI returns human-readable results by default and supports JSON output for scripting.

How do I fetch place details and reviews from Google Places?

To fetch place details and reviews from Google Places, use the CLI to retrieve essential business information and user reviews. This provides context for a location after disambiguating the initial search query.

Do I need a Google Places API key to search for nearby places?

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to search for nearby places. The environment variable GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY is required, and you can optionally set GOOGLE_PLACES_BASE_URL for testing or proxying requests.

Can I resolve ambiguous place search queries to precise locations?

Yes, you can resolve ambiguous place search queries to precise locations. The CLI includes a resolve feature that disambiguates unclear text queries to ensure you retrieve accurate place details.

How do I export Google Places search results to JSON for reporting?

You can export Google Places search results to JSON for reporting by enabling the JSON output option. This formats the text search, details, and reviews data for scripting and automated processing.

What's the best way to script Google Places text searches?

The best way to script Google Places text searches is using a CLI that supports JSON output. It allows you to automate finding places by category and pipe the structured data into downstream reporting tools.