Integrates with Google Places API to provide location-based place discovery using IP-based detection, enabling users to...
Created byApr 23, 2025
NearbySearch MCP Server
An MCP server for nearby place searches with IP-based location detection.



Features
**IP-based Location Detection**: Uses ipapi.co to determine your current location
**Google Places Integration**: Searches for nearby places based on keywords and optional type filters
**Simple Interface**: Single tool endpoint with customizable radius
Requirements
Python 3.10+
Google Cloud Platform API Key with Places API enabled
Internet connection
Installation
Clone the repository:
Install dependencies:
Client Configuration
Usage
Running the Server
**Development Mode** (with MCP Inspector):
**Install in Claude Desktop**:
**Direct Execution**:
Available Endpoints
**Tool: `search_nearby`**
Searches for places near your current location
Parameters:
- `keyword` (str): What to search for (e.g., "coffee shop")
- `radius` (int, optional): Search radius in meters (default: 1500)
- `type` (str, optional): Place type (e.g., "restaurant", "cafe")
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.