local-places

Name: local-places
Availability: InStock
Author: badbsallyy

Search and resolve local places via the Google Places API through a FastAPI proxy.

Updated Feb 15, 2026

Search Tags:#api #search #location #places #restaurants #google maps

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code --skill local-places-badbsallyy

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: local-places
Source: https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code/tree/main/openclaw-sourcecode.zip/skills/local-places
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code --skill local-places-badbsallyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you quickly find and get information about places like restaurants, cafes, and more, using the Google Places API.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search for Places: Find businesses based on queries and filters (e.g., "italian restaurants open now").
Resolve Locations: Convert vague location descriptions (e.g., "near the park") into specific addresses.
Get Place Details: Retrieve in-depth information about a specific place, such as its phone number and website.
Use Case: Planning a trip to a new city? Use this Skill to find highly-rated, open cafes within a 1km radius of your hotel.

Quick Start

Use the local-places skill to search for coffee shops near Soho, London that are open now and have a minimum rating of 4.0.

Frequently Asked Questions about local-places

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search for local restaurants using the Google Places API?▼

To search for local restaurants using the Google Places API, you query businesses by location and apply filters like minimum rating or open hours. This Skill facilitates discovery through a local FastAPI proxy to retrieve matching place data.

How do I resolve vague location descriptions into specific addresses?▼

To resolve vague location descriptions into specific addresses, the Skill resolves location queries like "near the park" into exact addresses. It uses the Google Places API via a FastAPI proxy to pinpoint the exact business location.

Do I need a Google Places API key to find nearby businesses?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to find nearby businesses with this Skill. The local FastAPI proxy requires the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to be set before it can execute search or detail retrieval queries.

Can I get detailed information like phone numbers for specific places?▼

Yes, you can get detailed information like phone numbers for specific places. The Skill retrieves in-depth business details from the Google Places API, including phone numbers and websites, by resolving specific place identifiers through the proxy.

What's the best way to filter Google Maps places by rating and distance?▼

The best way to filter Google Maps places by rating and distance is to specify parameters like a 1km radius and a minimum 4.0 rating in your query. The Skill passes these filters through the FastAPI proxy to the Google Places API for targeted results.

Why is my local places API search not returning results?▼

Your local places API search may not return results if the local FastAPI server is not running or the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable is missing. Proper local server setup and valid API credentials are required for successful queries.