What specific capabilities does the tool offer?

It provides two main functions: `places_text_search` for searching places by text queries (e.g., 'coffee shops near me') and `places_photo_get` to retrieve photo URLs for specific places.

What are typical applications for this tool?

It's ideal for AI assistants coordinating meetings, providing local business recommendations (e.g., quiet cafes), and validating or auto-completing addresses in various software workflows.

Does this tool store any sensitive user information or tokens?

No, it is built with a zero-state architecture, meaning it does not store any tokens, client credentials, or sensitive user data. It merely proxies requests to Google.

How does it handle authentication with Google?

The tool acts as a secure, zero-state OAuth proxy, facilitating the authentication flow with the Google Maps Places API without storing sensitive tokens or user data, enhancing security and simplicity.

Google Maps Places

Name: Google Maps Places
Author: domdomegg

Enables searching for geographical places and retrieving associated photographic data through the Google Maps Places API.

概要

This server provides an MCP interface for the Google Maps Places API, allowing applications and AI assistants to perform place searches and retrieve place photos. It functions as an OAuth proxy to Google, simplifying access to the Places API for clients by handling authentication flows without storing user tokens or state, making it a secure and efficient way to integrate location-based services into various workflows.

主な機能

Search for places using text queries (e.g., 'coffee shops near me')
Zero-state architecture for enhanced security and simplicity
Retrieve photo URLs for specific places
Acts as an OAuth proxy for Google Maps Places API
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ユースケース

Validate and autocomplete partial addresses for shipping or delivery services
Automate meeting coordination by looking up locations, opening hours, and addresses
Generate local recommendations based on specific criteria like WiFi and quiet atmosphere