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goplaces

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

93|20|Updated Jan 31, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#reviews#google places
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills --skill goplaces-seedprod
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills --skill goplaces-seedprod

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies querying the Google Places API, allowing users to easily find information about locations, businesses, and points of interest without needing to interact directly with the API or complex SDKs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on keywords (e.g., "coffee shops", "museums").
  • Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place using its ID.
  • Location Bias: Filter search results based on latitude, longitude, and radius.
  • Reviews: Fetch user reviews for a place.
  • Scripting: Output results in JSON format for programmatic use.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "Italian restaurants" near your current location.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for nearby businesses using the Google Places API without writing complex code?▼

You can query the Google Places API via the goplaces CLI to perform text searches for locations and businesses. It simplifies finding points of interest without directly interacting with the API or complex SDKs.

Do I need an API key to find place details and reviews with this CLI?▼

Yes, you need the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable configured. The goplaces binary uses this key to fetch comprehensive place details and user reviews from the Google Places API.

Can I filter Google Places text search results by specific coordinates and radius?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports location bias. You can filter search results by providing specific latitude, longitude, and radius parameters to narrow down your query.

What's the best way to use Google Places API search results for programmatic scripting?▼

You can output text search, place details, and review results in JSON format. This allows you to easily parse and use the Google Places API data programmatically within your automated scripts.

How do I retrieve user reviews for a specific location using the Google Places API?▼

You retrieve user reviews by using the goplaces CLI to fetch place details for a specific place ID. This queries the Google Places API and returns the associated user reviews.

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