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goplaces

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

Updated Feb 3, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#data retrieval#location search#places#google maps
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sky770825/openclaw-console-hub --skill goplaces-sky770825
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/sky770825/openclaw-console-hub/tree/main/openclaw-main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sky770825/openclaw-console-hub --skill goplaces-sky770825

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies querying the Google Places API for place information, making it easier to find and retrieve details about locations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on a text query (e.g., "coffee shops").
  • Place Details: Get in-depth information about a specific place using its ID.
  • Resolve Locations: Convert human-readable addresses or place names into structured place data.
  • 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 "restaurants in downtown Seattle" and output the results in JSON format.

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 Maps API from the command line?▼

You can search for places using the Google Maps API by running the goplaces CLI tool, which accepts text queries like "coffee shops" and returns matching location data directly in your terminal.

Can I get Google Places API results in JSON format for scripting?▼

Yes, the Google Places API CLI supports JSON output, allowing you to pipe structured place data into scripts or automate location retrieval workflows programmatically.

Do I need a Google Places API key to query location data with this CLI?▼

Yes, a valid Google Places API key is required for authentication and service access when using the goplaces CLI to perform text searches, resolve addresses, or fetch place details.

What's the best way to convert a human-readable address into structured place data?▼

The goplaces CLI resolves human-readable addresses or place names into structured place data, converting text inputs into formatted location information via the Google Places API.

How do I fetch user reviews for a specific place using the Google Places API?▼

You can fetch user reviews by providing a specific Place ID to the goplaces CLI, which queries the Google Places API and retrieves in-depth details including available reviews for that location.

Does the goplaces CLI work without any external dependencies?▼

No, the goplaces CLI requires the goplaces tool itself and a valid Google Places API key to function, serving as the interface for authenticating and querying the Google Maps service.

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