goplaces

Query Google Places API for text search, place details, and address resolution.

67|24|Updated Jan 31, 2026

Search Tags:#api #cli #search #location #goplaces #google places

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npx skills add https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python --skill goplaces-openxjarvis

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python --skill goplaces-openxjarvis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to query the Google Places API, enabling users to easily find information about places, resolve addresses, and retrieve 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.
Address Resolution: Convert human-readable addresses into structured place data.
Reviews: Fetch user reviews for places.
Use Case: Quickly find nearby highly-rated Italian restaurants by running goplaces search "Italian restaurant" --min-rating 4 --open-now.

Quick Start

Use goplaces 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.

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How do I query the Google Places API from the command line?▼

You can query the Google Places API from the command line by using the goplaces CLI. It requires the goplaces binary and the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to execute text searches and retrieve place details.

Can I get structured JSON output from Google Places text searches for scripting?▼

Yes, Google Places text searches support structured JSON output for scripting. The goplaces CLI provides both human-friendly output for terminal reading and JSON format for automated data processing pipelines.

What do I need to resolve addresses into structured place data via a CLI?▼

To resolve addresses into structured place data, you need the goplaces binary installed and the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable configured. The CLI then converts human-readable addresses into structured location data.

How do I fetch Google Places reviews and details for a specific location ID?▼

You fetch Google Places reviews and details by passing a specific place ID to the goplaces CLI. This retrieves in-depth information including user reviews without requiring complex API coding.

Does the goplaces CLI support filtering places by minimum rating and open status?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports filtering places by minimum rating and open status. You can use flags like --min-rating and --open-now during a text search to find highly-rated, currently open locations.