goplaces

Search Google Places via CLI for text, details, resolve, and reviews.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MaxSaiets/myOpenCL --skill goplaces-maxsaiets
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/MaxSaiets/myOpenCL/tree/main/openclaw/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MaxSaiets/myOpenCL --skill goplaces-maxsaiets

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Querying Google Places from the terminal can be slow and manual; this skill enables fast text search, details, resolve, and reviews retrieval for human or scripted consumption.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text search for places with optional filters and human-friendly output
  • Details and reviews retrieval to inform decisions
  • Resolve by name or query to standardized place data for scripts and dashboards

Quick Start

Use the goplaces CLI to search for nearby coffee shops.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Google Places from the command line?

You can search Google Places from the command line using a CLI that supports text search, details, resolve, and reviews retrieval. It returns human-readable text or JSON for both interactive and scripted workflows.

Can I get JSON output from a Google Places search for automation scripts?

Yes, the Google Places CLI supports returning JSON output for automation scripts. You can retrieve standardized place data, details, and reviews directly in JSON format to feed into dashboards or script-driven workflows.

Do I need a Google Places API key to retrieve place details via CLI?

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to retrieve place details via the CLI. You can also configure an optional base URL for proxying or testing requests alongside the required API key.

What is the best way to resolve a business name to standardized place data?

The best way to resolve a business name to standardized place data is using the CLI's resolve function. It takes a name or query and returns standardized Google Places data suitable for scripts and dashboards.

Does the Google Places CLI support fetching user reviews?

Yes, the Google Places CLI supports fetching user reviews. You can retrieve reviews for specific places to inform decisions, with output available in either human-readable text or JSON format.

Can I configure a proxy or custom base URL for Google Places API requests?

Yes, you can configure a custom base URL for Google Places API requests. This optional configuration allows you to route CLI traffic through a proxy or direct it to a testing endpoint.