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goplaces

Query the Google Places API (New) via the goplaces CLI for text search, place details, and resolution.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#details#google places
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robertwaltos/openclaw --skill goplaces-robertwaltos
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/robertwaltos/openclaw/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robertwaltos/openclaw --skill goplaces-robertwaltos

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies interacting with the Google Places API, allowing users to easily find, resolve, and get details about locations without complex API calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on keywords, with options for filtering by open status, minimum rating, and limiting results.
  • Place Resolution: Look up specific addresses or place names to get structured location data.
  • Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place, including reviews.
  • Use Case: Planning a trip and need to find highly-rated Italian restaurants within a 5km radius of your hotel? Use this Skill to search and get details, including opening hours and customer reviews.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "museums in London" and show me the top 3 results.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query the Google Places API for location details and reviews?▼

You query the Google Places API for location details and reviews by using this Skill to perform text searches, resolve place names, and retrieve comprehensive information including customer reviews via the CLI.

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

Yes, you can filter Google Places API search results by open status and minimum rating, and you can also limit the number of results returned to find specific places that meet your criteria.

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

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to search for locations. You must set the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable before executing queries to retrieve place details and reviews.

What's the best way to get structured location data from a specific address?▼

The best way to get structured location data from a specific address is using the place resolution feature, which looks up addresses or place names and returns structured location data output.

Can I get JSON output from Google Places API queries for scripting?▼

Yes, you can get JSON output from Google Places API queries for scripting. The Skill supports both human-friendly output and JSON format, enabling integration into automated workflows.

Does the Google Places API CLI support pagination for large search results?▼

Yes, the Google Places API CLI supports pagination for large search results, allowing you to retrieve comprehensive data across multiple pages of results for your text searches and place details queries.

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