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Google Maps Places MCP server

domdomegg/google-maps-places-mcp

Allow AI systems to search for places and get business info via Google Maps Places API.

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Install Google Maps Places in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add google-maps-places -e GOOGLE_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y google-maps-places-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "google-maps-places": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "google-maps-places-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "GOOGLE_ACCESS_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Google Maps Places MCP server do?

Allow AI systems to search for places and get business info via Google Maps Places API.

Is the Google Maps Places MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Google Maps Places run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Google Maps Places to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add google-maps-places -e GOOGLE_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y google-maps-places-mcp

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