goplaces

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

2|Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #reviews #api-key #goplaces #google-places #place-search #place-details

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npx skills add https://github.com/moshehbenavraham/crocbot --skill goplaces-moshehbenavraham

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/moshehbenavraham/crocbot/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/moshehbenavraham/crocbot --skill goplaces-moshehbenavraham

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Query Google Places API (New) via the goplaces CLI for text search, place details, resolve, and reviews. Use for human-friendly place lookup or JSON output for scripts.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search: text-based place lookup with optional filters and structured JSON output for scripting.
Details & Reviews: fetch place details and user reviews for quick decision making.
Resolve: disambiguate queries and return consolidated results for automation.

Quick Start

Install goplaces with your Google Places API key and run a search to retrieve places or details in human or JSON formats.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

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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 enables fast text search, details, resolve, and reviews commands directly in your terminal using a Google Places API key.

What do I need to retrieve Google Places reviews via a CLI tool?▼

To retrieve Google Places reviews via a CLI tool, you need to install the goplaces binary and provide a valid Google Places API key to authenticate your user review requests.

Can I get structured JSON output for Google Places search results in scripts?▼

Yes, Google Places search results can be output as structured JSON, allowing you to easily integrate place lookup, details, and resolve data into your automation scripts.

Is there a way to disambiguate Google Places queries for automation workflows?▼

You can disambiguate Google Places queries for automation workflows by using the resolve command, which returns consolidated results to clarify ambiguous location searches.

Does goplaces support fetching specific place details for quick decision making?▼

Yes, goplaces supports fetching specific place details, allowing developers, marketers, and researchers to quickly access location data for rapid decision making.

What is the best way to automate Google Places text search with optional filters?▼

The best way to automate Google Places text search with optional filters is using a CLI tool like goplaces, which accepts text queries and returns human-friendly or JSON formatted place data.