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goplaces

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

3|1|Updated Feb 23, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#places#google maps
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill goplaces-seanhogg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw/tree/main/product/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill goplaces-seanhogg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies querying the Google Places API for place information, enabling users to find and retrieve details about locations in a human-friendly or script-ready format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on keywords, with options for filtering by open status, minimum rating, and limiting results.
  • Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place using its ID, including reviews.
  • Location Bias: Search for places biased towards specific coordinates and radius.
  • Use Case: Find nearby highly-rated pizza restaurants that are currently open, and then get detailed information and reviews for the top result.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "coffee shops" near a specific latitude and longitude.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for places using the Google Places API from the command line?▼

You can search for places using the Google Places API by running text searches via the goplaces CLI, filtering results by open status, minimum rating, and limiting the number of returned locations.

Can I retrieve detailed reviews for a specific location using Google Maps data?▼

Yes, you can retrieve detailed reviews and comprehensive information for a specific location by passing its unique place ID to the goplaces CLI to query the Google Places API.

How do I bias my Google Places API text search to a specific geographic area?▼

You can bias your Google Places API text search results towards specific geographic coordinates and a defined radius using the location bias features provided by the goplaces CLI.

What environment variables do I need to query the Google Places API?▼

Querying the Google Places API requires setting the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable for authentication, and optionally setting GOOGLE_PLACES_BASE_URL for custom endpoints.

Does the goplaces CLI output JSON for scripting automation?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports both human-friendly output for quick reading and structured JSON output specifically designed for scripting and automation workflows.

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