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goplaces

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

1|1|Updated Mar 3, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#reviews#google places
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome --skill goplaces-luisvelmarketer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome --skill goplaces-luisvelmarketer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to query the Google Places API, allowing users to easily search for places, retrieve detailed information, and get reviews without complex coding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on keywords (e.g., "coffee", "pizza").
  • Place Details: Get in-depth information about a specific place using its ID.
  • Place Resolution: Resolve place names or addresses to specific locations.
  • Reviews: Fetch user reviews for a place.
  • Scripting: Output results in JSON format for easy integration into automated workflows.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for coffee shops near your current location.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for nearby locations and get reviews using the Google Places API?▼

You can search for nearby locations and retrieve reviews by querying the Google Places API via the goplaces CLI, which supports text search, place details, and fetching user reviews.

Can I use the Google Places API command line to find specific places like coffee shops?▼

Yes, the Google Places API command line supports text search to find places based on keywords like coffee or pizza, returning matching locations without requiring complex coding.

How do I get JSON output from a Google Places API search for scripting?▼

You can get JSON output from a Google Places API search by using the goplaces CLI, which supports JSON formatting specifically for easy integration into automated workflows and scripting.

Do I need a Google Places API key to fetch place details from the command line?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to fetch place details from the command line, along with the goplaces binary installed to execute the text search and review queries.

What is the best way to resolve a place name to a specific location using Google Places?▼

The best way to resolve a place name to a specific location is using the goplaces CLI, which provides place resolution features to map names or addresses directly to exact Google Places locations.

Does the goplaces CLI support fetching in-depth information about a specific place ID?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports fetching in-depth information about a specific place ID, allowing you to retrieve detailed place details directly through the command line interface.

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