goplaces

Fetch Google Places data via CLI for text search, details, reviews, and JSON output.

5|Updated Mar 17, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #cli #search #json #reviews #google-places #place-details

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/p-sree-sai-pavan/P.A.R.K.E.R --skill goplaces-p-sree-sai-pavan

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/p-sree-sai-pavan/P.A.R.K.E.R/tree/main/gateway/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/p-sree-sai-pavan/P.A.R.K.E.R --skill goplaces-p-sree-sai-pavan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Faster access to Google Places data from the command line, enabling developers and teams to perform location searches, fetch place details, resolve names, and retrieve reviews without leaving their workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text search for places and nearby locations with optional filters and paging.
Retrieve detailed information and user reviews for a place, in human-friendly text or JSON for automation.
Output scriptable JSON to integrate with data pipelines and dashboards.

Quick Start

Search for "coffee near me" and view the top results in JSON or plain text.

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 text searches, fetching place details, and retrieving reviews directly in your terminal with scriptable JSON or human-friendly text outputs.

Can I retrieve Google Places reviews in JSON format for automation pipelines?▼

Yes, you can retrieve Google Places reviews in JSON format. The CLI supports an optional JSON mode, allowing seamless integration of review gathering and location data into automation pipelines.

Do I need a Google Places API key to search for nearby locations via CLI?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to search for nearby locations via CLI. The tool requires a GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to authenticate text search and place detail retrieval requests.

What is the best way to integrate location discovery into a CLI workflow?▼

The best way to integrate location discovery into a CLI workflow is using a command-line tool that fetches Google Places data with optional filters and paging, outputting human-friendly text or scriptable JSON for pipelines.

Does the Google Places CLI tool support Homebrew installation?▼

Yes, the Google Places CLI tool supports Homebrew installation. This allows developers to quickly install and update the utility on macOS to perform location searches and fetch place details without leaving their workflow.