How to Scout Venues for Events with ChatGPT
Scout venues for events with ChatGPT and ToolRouter. Find event spaces with ratings.
Tool
ChatGPT turns venue search results into a structured comparison ready for stakeholder review. Search for venues in the target area, then ask for a formatted shortlist with ratings, capacity notes, and contact details. The formatted output makes it easy to share options with colleagues before committing to a site visit.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
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Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Places Search tool:
- Ask: "Use places-search to find event venues near Canary Wharf, London"
- ChatGPT returns venue listings
- Request: "Format these as a comparison table with name, rating, address, phone, and website"
- Share the table with the event team for review
Example Prompt
Try this with ChatGPT using the Places Search tool
Find the best-rated event venues within 1km of Manchester Piccadilly station. I need somewhere for a 50-person company dinner. Show me a comparison table with name, rating, address, phone, and website.
Tips
- Ask for a formatted comparison table to make it easy to share options with decision-makers
- Request that ChatGPT flag any venues with fewer than 10 ratings as less reliable
- Ask for venues sorted by rating so you work through the shortlist top-down