google-maps-grounding-lite-mcpGoogle Maps Grounding Lite MCP for location search, weather, and routes via mcporter.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install ryanbaumann/google-maps-grounding-lite-mcpInstall mcporter (npm):
Install mcporter (npm)Requires:
Google Maps Grounding Lite MCP provides AI-grounded location data. Experimental (pre-GA), free during preview.
gcloud beta services enable mapstools.googleapis.comexport GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY="YOUR_KEY"
mcporter config add grounding-lite \
--url https://mapstools.googleapis.com/mcp \
--header "X-Goog-Api-Key=$GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY" \
--system# Search places
mcporter call grounding-lite.search_places textQuery="pizza near Times Square NYC"
# Weather
mcporter call grounding-lite.lookup_weather location='{"address":"San Francisco, CA"}' unitsSystem=IMPERIAL
# Routes
mcporter call grounding-lite.compute_routes origin='{"address":"SF"}' destination='{"address":"LA"}' travelMode=DRIVE
# List tools
mcporter list grounding-lite --schemasearch_places: textQuery (required), locationBias, languageCode, regionCode
lookup_weather: location (required: address/latLng/placeId), unitsSystem, date, hour
compute_routes: origin, destination (required), travelMode (DRIVE/WALK)
Generated Mar 1, 2026
Users can search for nearby businesses like restaurants or shops with AI-generated summaries. This helps tourists or residents find services quickly, with direct Google Maps links for navigation.
Travelers can compute driving or walking routes between locations and check weather forecasts for their destinations. This aids in itinerary planning by estimating travel times and preparing for conditions.
Organizers can search for venues and assess weather conditions for outdoor events. This ensures suitable locations and contingency plans based on forecasts up to 7 days in advance.
Delivery services can use route computation to estimate travel distances and durations between pickup and drop-off points. This helps in scheduling and resource allocation for efficient operations.
Agents or buyers can search for amenities near properties and check local weather patterns. This provides insights into neighborhood convenience and climate factors for decision-making.
Offer this skill as a paid API service for developers integrating location-based features into apps. Charge based on usage tiers aligned with the rate limits, such as per query or monthly subscriptions.
License the skill to businesses in tourism or logistics for embedding into their customer-facing platforms. Provide customization and support, generating revenue through licensing fees and maintenance contracts.
Integrate the skill into a free app with basic features, then charge for premium capabilities like higher rate limits or advanced analytics. Monetize through in-app purchases or premium subscriptions.
💬 Integration Tip
Ensure the GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY is securely stored as an environment variable and use mcporter for easy configuration to avoid manual API calls.
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