# Foursquare

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  "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare",
  "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare.md",
  "logo_url": "https://logos.composio.dev/api/foursquare",
  "categories": [
    "data & analytics"
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  "is_composio_managed": false,
  "updated_at": "2026-05-12T10:12:14.885Z"
}
```

![Foursquare logo](https://logos.composio.dev/api/foursquare)

## Description

Securely connect your AI agents and chatbots (Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, etc) with Foursquare MCP or direct API to search for places, fetch recommendations, explore venue details, and surface trending spots through natural language.

## Summary

Foursquare is a global location platform for searching places and place recommendations. It helps users discover restaurants, shops, and venues with rich, up-to-date data.

## Categories

- data & analytics

## Toolkit Details

- Tools: 5

## Images

- Logo: https://logos.composio.dev/api/foursquare

## Authentication

- **Api Key**
  - Type: `api_key`
  - Description: Api Key authentication for Foursquare.
  - Setup:
    - Configure Api Key credentials for Foursquare.
    - Use the credentials when creating an auth config in Composio.

## Suggested Prompts

- Find coffee shops open near me now
- Show photos of Central Park attractions
- Get reviews for the best pizza spots nearby
- Give details for the Empire State Building

## Supported Tools

| Tool slug | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `FOURSQUARE_RETRIEVE_NEARBY_PLACES_V3` | Retrieve nearby places v3 | The GetNearbyPlaces endpoint retrieves a list of places near a specified location, primarily supporting check-in use cases and local discovery. It returns points of interest (POIs) including lower quality results not found in the standard Place Search, enhancing location-based experiences with additional data like photos, reviews, and tips. This endpoint is ideal for applications seeking to provide users with a comprehensive view of their surroundings, including less prominent or newer locations. While it offers a broader range of results, it may sacrifice some precision compared to more focused search endpoints. Use this when you want to offer users a diverse array of nearby options, particularly for social check-in features or exploratory local recommendations. |
| `FOURSQUARE_RETRIEVE_PLACE_PHOTOS_BY_ID` | Retrieve place photos by id | Retrieves photos associated with a specific place in Foursquare's database. This endpoint allows you to access user-generated images for a particular point of interest (POI) using its unique Foursquare ID (fsq_id). It's useful for enhancing your application with visual content related to locations, such as restaurants, landmarks, or businesses. The endpoint returns photo data that can be used to construct image URLs for display. Keep in mind that the number and quality of photos may vary depending on the popularity and user engagement of the place. This tool should be used when you need to display or analyze visual information about a specific location in your application. |
| `FOURSQUARE_RETRIEVE_PLACES_BY_ID` | Retrieve places by id | Retrieves detailed information about a specific place using its unique Foursquare ID (FSQ ID). This endpoint provides comprehensive data about a venue, including its name, address, category, ratings, tips, photos, and other relevant information. It's particularly useful when you need in-depth details about a known location, such as for displaying venue profiles or gathering specific place attributes. The endpoint should be used when you have a valid FSQ ID and require the most up-to-date and complete information about that place. Note that this endpoint focuses on individual place details and does not provide search functionality or lists of multiple venues. |
| `FOURSQUARE_RETRIEVE_PLACE_TIPS_USING_FSQ_ID` | Retrieve place tips using fsq id | Retrieves user-generated tips for a specific place in the Foursquare database. This endpoint allows you to fetch valuable insights and experiences shared by Foursquare users about a particular venue. It's useful for enhancing location-based applications with real user feedback, helping users make informed decisions about places they might visit. The endpoint returns a list of tips, which may include information such as the tip text, the user who created it, and potentially a timestamp or rating. |
| `FOURSQUARE_SEARCH_PLACES_API_REQUEST` | Search places api request | The GetPlacesSearch endpoint allows you to search for places in the Foursquare database based on various criteria such as location, keywords, and categories. This tool is ideal for discovering nearby points of interest or finding specific venues. It returns a list of places matching the specified parameters, providing essential information about each location. Use this endpoint for location-based features or gathering venue information in a specific area. |

## Supported Triggers

None listed.

## Installation and MCP Setup

### Path 1: SDK Installation

#### Path 1, Step 1: Install Composio

Install the Composio SDK
```python
pip install composio_openai
```

```typescript
npm install @composio/openai
```

#### Path 1, Step 2: Initialize Composio and Create Tool Router Session

Import and initialize Composio client, then create a Tool Router session
```python
from openai import OpenAI
from composio import Composio
from composio_openai import OpenAIResponsesProvider

composio = Composio(provider=OpenAIResponsesProvider())
openai = OpenAI()
session = composio.create(user_id='your-user-id')
```

```typescript
import OpenAI from 'openai';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';
import { OpenAIResponsesProvider } from '@composio/openai';

const composio = new Composio({
  provider: new OpenAIResponsesProvider(),
});
const openai = new OpenAI({});
const session = await composio.create('your-user-id');
```

#### Path 1, Step 3: Execute Foursquare Tools via Tool Router with Your Agent

Get tools from Tool Router session and execute Foursquare actions with your Agent
```python
tools = session.tools
response = openai.responses.create(
  model='gpt-4.1',
  tools=tools,
  input=[{
    'role': 'user',
    'content': 'Find top-rated coffee shops near Times Square'
  }]
)
result = composio.provider.handle_tool_calls(
  response=response,
  user_id='your-user-id'
)
print(result)
```

```typescript
const tools = session.tools;
const response = await openai.responses.create({
  model: 'gpt-4.1',
  tools: tools,
  input: [{
    role: 'user',
    content: 'Find top-rated coffee shops near Times Square'
  }],
});
const result = await composio.provider.handleToolCalls(
  'your-user-id',
  response.output
);
console.log(result);
```

### Path 2: MCP Server Setup

#### Path 2, Step 1: Install Composio

Install the Composio SDK and Claude Agent SDK
```python
pip install composio claude-agent-sdk
```

```typescript
npm install @composio/core ai @ai-sdk/openai @ai-sdk/mcp
```

#### Path 2, Step 2: Create Tool Router Session

Initialize the Composio client and create a Tool Router session
```python
from composio import Composio
from claude_agent_sdk import ClaudeSDKClient, ClaudeAgentOptions

composio = Composio(api_key='your-composio-api-key')
session = composio.create(user_id='your-user-id')
url = session.mcp.url
```

```typescript
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const composio = new Composio({ apiKey: 'your-api-key' });

console.log("Creating Tool Router session...");
const { mcp } = await composio.create('your-user-id');
console.log(`Tool Router session created: ${mcp.url}`);
```

#### Path 2, Step 3: Connect to AI Agent

Use the MCP server with your AI agent
```python
import asyncio

options = ClaudeAgentOptions(
    permission_mode='bypassPermissions',
    mcp_servers={
        'tool_router': {
            'type': 'http',
            'url': url,
            'headers': {
                'x-api-key': 'your-composio-api-key'
            }
        }
    },
    system_prompt='You are a helpful assistant with access to Foursquare tools.',
    max_turns=10
)

async def main():
    async with ClaudeSDKClient(options=options) as client:
        await client.query('Find coffee shops near Times Square, New York')
        async for message in client.receive_response():
            if hasattr(message, 'content'):
                for block in message.content:
                    if hasattr(block, 'text'):
                        print(block.text)

asyncio.run(main())
```

```typescript
import { openai } from '@ai-sdk/openai';
import { experimental_createMCPClient as createMCPClient } from '@ai-sdk/mcp';
import { generateText, stepCountIs } from 'ai';

const client = await createMCPClient({
  transport: {
    type: 'http',
    url: mcp.url,
    headers: { 'x-api-key': 'your-composio-api-key' }
  }
});

const tools = await client.tools();

const { text } = await generateText({
  model: openai('gpt-4o'),
  tools,
  messages: [{ role: 'user', content: 'Find coffee shops near Times Square, New York' }],
  stopWhen: stepCountIs( 5 )
});

console.log(`Agent: ${text}`);
```

## Why Use Composio?

### 1. AI Native Foursquare Integration

- Supports both Foursquare MCP and direct API based integrations
- Structured, LLM-friendly schemas for reliable tool execution
- Rich coverage for searching, finding, and recommending venues

### 2. Managed Auth

- Built-in API key handling with secure credential storage
- Central place to manage and revoke Foursquare keys
- Per user and per environment credentials instead of hard-coded keys

### 3. Agent Optimized Design

- Tools are tuned using real error and success rates to improve reliability over time
- Comprehensive execution logs so you always know what ran, when, and on whose behalf

### 4. Enterprise Grade Security

- Fine-grained RBAC so you control which agents and users can access Foursquare
- Scoped, least privilege access to Foursquare resources
- Full audit trail of agent actions to support review and compliance

## Use Foursquare with any AI Agent Framework

Choose a framework you want to connect Foursquare with:

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/claude-code)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/hermes-agent)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/crew-ai)
- [Pydantic AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/pydantic-ai)
- [AutoGen](https://composio.dev/toolkits/foursquare/framework/autogen)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### Do I need my own developer credentials to use Foursquare with Composio?

Yes, Foursquare requires you to configure your own API key credentials. Once set up, Composio handles secure credential storage and API request handling for you.

### Can I use multiple toolkits together?

Yes! Composio's Tool Router enables agents to use multiple toolkits. [Learn more](https://docs.composio.dev/tool-router/overview).

### Is Composio secure?

Composio is SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliant with all data encrypted in transit and at rest. [Learn more](https://trust.composio.dev).

### What if the API changes?

Composio maintains and updates all toolkit integrations automatically, so your agents always work with the latest API versions.

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