goplaces

Query the Google Places API for location data, business details, and reviews.

6|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill goplaces-me2doc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw/tree/main/body/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill goplaces-me2doc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the friction of manually searching for business or location details by providing a direct command-line interface to the Google Places API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Advanced Search: Perform complex queries with filters for rating, opening status, and geographic bias.
  • Place Resolution: Quickly resolve human-readable location names into precise place IDs and metadata.
  • Use Case: Use this to find the top-rated coffee shops currently open in a specific neighborhood or to retrieve detailed review data for a specific venue for your research reports.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for coffee shops in London that are currently open and have a rating of at least four stars.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve business details and reviews from the Google Places API?

To retrieve Google Places API business details and reviews, you can use a command-line interface to query location data, resolving human-readable names into precise place IDs and metadata with filters for rating and proximity.

Can I filter Google Places API search results by rating and operational status?

Yes, you can filter Google Places API search results by specifying parameters for minimum rating, current opening status, and geographic bias to narrow down the returned location data.

How do I get machine-parsable JSON output for Google Places location data?

You can get machine-parsable JSON output for Google Places location data by executing a command-line query that supports both human-readable output and structured JSON formats for application integration.

Do I need a Google Places API key to search for global location data via CLI?

Yes, retrieving global location data via the command line requires a valid Google Places API key and the corresponding binary installed in your system environment to execute the geographic searches.

What is the best way to resolve a location name into a precise place ID?

The best way to resolve a location name into a precise place ID is by querying the Google Places API via command line, which translates human-readable location names into exact geographic metadata.

How do I find top-rated open venues in a specific neighborhood using geolocation data?

You can find top-rated open venues in a specific neighborhood by querying Google Places API geolocation data with filters for operational status and minimum rating to retrieve matching business details.