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goplaces

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

10|Updated Mar 12, 2026
Search Tags:#api#cli#search#location#places#google maps
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wixette/clawnotes --skill goplaces-wixette
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/wixette/clawnotes/tree/main/openclaw-snapshots/20260312/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wixette/clawnotes --skill goplaces-wixette

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to interact with the Google Places API, enabling easy lookup and retrieval of place information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text Search: Find places based on text queries (e.g., "coffee shops").
  • Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place using its ID.
  • Resolve Locations: Convert human-readable addresses into place information.
  • Use Case: Quickly find nearby restaurants with a minimum rating and get their details, including reviews, directly from your terminal.

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 places using the Google Places API from the command line?▼

You can search for nearby places using the Google Places API by executing a text search query via the goplaces CLI, which returns location data and place details directly in your terminal.

Can I retrieve detailed information and reviews for a specific place ID via a CLI?▼

Yes, you can retrieve comprehensive details including reviews for a specific place ID by using the place details command in the goplaces CLI tool.

Do I need a Google Places API key to resolve human-readable addresses into location data?▼

Yes, resolving human-readable addresses into place information requires setting the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable and having the goplaces CLI installed.

How do I get JSON output from a Google Places API search for shell scripting?▼

The goplaces CLI supports JSON output for scripting, allowing you to pipe Google Places API text search and location resolution results directly into other command-line tools.

What is the best way to find nearby restaurants with a minimum rating using Google Maps data?▼

The best way to find nearby restaurants with a minimum rating is to run a text search query through the goplaces CLI, which queries the Google Places API and returns filtered place data.

Are there limitations to querying location data through a Google Maps CLI wrapper?▼

Querying location data through this Google Maps CLI wrapper is limited by your Google Places API quota and requires both the goplaces CLI executable and a valid API key to function.

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