Things To Do

It's about time you kickback with a Mai Tai in hand.

If you’re keen for a getaway that absolutely throttles you in humidity so that pool dips every hour are a must and where hospitality…

Auckland is pulling out all the stops this month. Here’s what’s on in Auckland this week, this month, and this…

Tokyo is a city that keeps you coming back for more with so much to do.

Picture a holiday in Fiji and chances are you’ll end up daydreaming about a beach. 

It's time to melt your stress away.

At long last, women’s sport is taking centre stage and we are here. for. it. As we head into the cooler months, all eyes are on our…

Run clubs are gaining popularity and for good reason. Fitspo is dead—and real, authentic, cool breeze, crisp air, blood pumping,…

Ponsonby Central has long been renowned as a vibrant precinct. Its eclectic restaurants and bars serve up everything from…

There’s certainly no shortage of mouth-watering restaurants outside of Auckland, and this poses a delicious problem: where do you eat…

It's our favourite part of the week—its end. Here is everything you can do this weekend in Auckland.

From animal parks and art galleries to ice cream crawls and escape rooms, consider it your one-way ticket to never hearing the words…

Bagels are a classic Big Apple staple. While you can probably find a bagel on the menu of every corner deli, here are our top favourite…

As the vibrant capital of Japan, Tokyo pulsates with an energy that is truly unparalleled.

Life’s always better sipping a cocktail from a coconut while basking in the Fijian sun.

New York City is coined “The City That Never Sleeps” for a reason.

Everything you’ve heard is true: the pavements heave, the pubs swell, and the queues might just make you faint. 

So brush off your flower leis, pack the bathing suit and get excited for some of the best things to do in Hawaii.

Whether you're eyeing Ginza's stylish streets or Asakusa's old-world charm, a perfect Tokyo hotel is waiting for you.

We've teamed up with Bombay Sapphire to inspire you to get out of your G&T comfort zone and stir a bit more creatively. 

Craving pasta? Burgers? Chinese? No matter what your cuisine preferences are, you’re guaranteed to find it there, which makes it the…

Give your space a budget and eco-friendly revamp with some of the best second-hand furniture stores in Auckland.

A bunch of workshops have popped up all over Auckland with every kind of class imaginable.

Hawaii consists of 137 volcanic islands that make up an archipelago that span 2400km at the centre of the north Pacific Ocean.

There is something ultra-relaxing about markets. Maybe it’s the fact that you can slowly peruse the stalls without needing to rush…

If you’ve never been to Hawaii, your knowledge of its culinary landscape might reasonably be limited to the humble poke bowl. 

Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity…

Welcome to the most fabulous corner of the internet—Urban List's destination for the picks of the beauty crop. We've found the…

Fred again.. has arrived in New Zealand—here's what we know.

The suite escape.

It's official—Onehunga is one of Auckland's most hip albeit underrated suburbs. Studded with historic buildings and delightful…

From raging rooftops to craft beer bars and intimate tequila joints, here's our ultimate round up to the very best bars on the Gold…

Maybe you’d prefer fluffy clouds of kakigori melting in your mouth or a succulent piece of tonkatsu.

Whether you’re heading to QT for a ski getaway or to dance the night away with your pals, we’ve done the research and found the…

With eleven pro sports teams, landmark arenas and magnificent weather all year round, Los Angeles offers endless opportunities to get…

Consider this your Melbourne bucket list that covers both tourist attractions and local haunts. There are endless things to do, see, eat and…

They say that dogs are like their owners—who’s to say your pooch isn’t also partial to a low-fat puppaccino and a catchup…

Show your pup some love and reward them for being a good boy or girl at these dog-loving establishments.

It’s a well-known fact that we here at Urban List love our pooches and so we’ve rounded up some of Auckland’s best…

Camping is as much a part of Kiwi culture as remembering to blow on the pie. Whether you’re camping in a tent, campervan or…

A petite city full of the eclectic and interesting, Dunedin practically owns the term ‘boutique’. The gorgeous, retrofitted…

International Women’s Day (IWD) is on the horizon—8 March to be exact. This year’s theme is Inspire Inclusion which is as…

Who loves the salt, sand and sea more than us humans? Our furry best friends of course. That's why we've got to get them out and…

Our fine capital is home to some fantastic hotels for all kinds of visitors looking for all kinds of getaways. Whether you’re…

The ultimate long weekend of all long weekends is coming up.

If there's one thing Gold Coast has no shortage of, it's endless stretches of white sandy shores. Let us guide you to the best…

From boutique to boujee to five-star luxury we've scoured town for la crème de la crème, so without further ado,…

If you’re curious about, well, everything, get yourself along to one of Auckland’s incredible museums, stat. From impressive…

Whether you love getting amongst the arts or prefer to eat your way around town, Ōtautahi’s got something for you. Here are the…

Summer has officially started which pretty much means three things: ice cream, cocktails and swimming.

I scream, you scream... well, you know how it goes. Whether it's fresh and fruity or rich and chocolatey, in a cone, on a stick or in a…

"The pub is the heart of England."

Hello lovers, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so if you haven’t made plans yet, you'd better hustle.

Here are all the events not to miss at this year's Auckland Pride Festival. 

If you’re sticking around Tāmaki Makaurau this Waitangi Day—Tuesday 6 February to be exact—you’ll be…

Walking is one of the best ways to make the most of the City of Sails. So grab some sturdy shoes, make use of the kauri dieback wash…

‘Tis the season to soak up those gorgeous summer vibes while plundering your local strawberry patch for bucket-loads of strawberries,…

Here are eight epic day trips from Auckland for you to tick off one by one.

​Auckland is a mecca for hair salons and when it comes to choosing “the one”, selecting a hairdresser to entrust with your…

Piper-Heidsieck is throwing its support behind the Australian Open by hosting a sip-and-play pop-up at M Social in Auckland's…

As the stage lights up for Coldplay's electrifying 2024 tour, we're here to orchestrate your offstage adventures with all the best…

Need a hand navigating your local eats? We’ve teamed up with BNZ to ask local chef Kia Kanuta about his holy grail…

From turquoise-hued waters to secluded beaches and lakes where you can try your luck at fishing, here are our picks of the best camping…

Grab your sunnies, slap on some sunscreen and make your pup’s day with one of these dog-friendly walks in Auckland.

We’ve scoured around for the Airbnbs with the prettiest pools in all the land (Auck-land that is) so you can feel like an absolute…

Summer, winter, autumn or spring, Queenstown is a beauty to behold.

Does your romance feel a little less shiny than you’d like it to be? Maybe life’s so hectic right now that you’re…

Hello, holiday season! If you’re anything like us, you’re looking forward to some much-needed R&R, a decent dose of…

Ahhh brunch, the perfect blend of breakfast and lunch we just can’t get enough of, which is lucky because the brunch game is strong in…

Get ready to hit the town.

Sunflower season is short but sweet and while there might not be an abundance of sunflower farms in Aotearoa, there are five magical spots…

If you’re looking to squash that nervous energy this year we’ve compiled five cat cafes around New Zealand so you can catch up…

We’ve said it before but we’ll say it again: rooftop bars are the shiz. What’s not to love about sitting sky-high, sipping…

One of the best things about Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely…

While Aucklanders may be the brunt of jokes for those south of the Bombay Hills, we think living in the City of Sails is pretty damn rad.

We’ve done the research and know the must-visit restaurants in QT, so read on for the best restaurants in Queenstown.

There are some excellent pet-friendly campgrounds scattered around New Zealand that are happy to welcome both you and your furry ones.

Summer is here and good times are just around the corner, which means it's the perfect time to switch off, uncover new places and…

2023 is almost done and dusted. Only one question remains—where will you be when the new year dawns?

So, you’ve put up the tree, locked in the menu for the big day, and sorted an outfit for the work party. Wondering what else to add to…

We love a good market, especially one with the word 'Christmas' attached! So hop in the car, crank up the Bublé (your…

With summer on the horizon, there's never been a better time for us to explore our beautiful country. We've put together a…

Nothing has us feeling more festive than a completely over-the-top display of Christmas lights—this is definitely a case of the more…

If you’re one of those folk who likes adventures but can’t be faffed travelling far and wide for them, Auckland is the best…

We predict cooling off with a perfectly chilled cocktail as the go-to garnish for this social season.   

Load up the roadie snacks and delve into the best camping spots within driving distance from Auckland to add your hit list this summer…

To make things easy for you, we’ve created this list of the best places to buy your Christmas tree this year—now you have no…

Spring has sprung—the season of new beginnings as nature wakes up. With it, we’re treated to longer daylight, blossoming…

Sport is basically a religion here in Aotearoa, and meeting your mates to share a drink and yell sports-themed profanities is a rite of…

We’re exploring refined cocktail classics made with premium Appleton Estate rums.

Pampering yourself doesn’t come much better than a sleek set of nails. 

There's nothing quite as good as a long weekend, and this one is no exception. With the weather warming up, there's no need to head…

Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is home to some seriously spooky spots. 

Picture the perfect day with your pup and we bet it includes a trip to the beach. 

It’s not too late to rally the troops, or just yourself, to raise a bit of cashola for this totally worthy and far-too-close-to-home…

So if you don’t know your drop kick from your dropout, don’t worry, you can still get some skin in the game.

Get your boots on, carbohydrates packed and bring a positive headspace because you’ll need it—here’s everything you need…

A town in the shadow of an incredible picture-perfect volcano, and with a mix of art and adventure on offer, New Plymouth makes for a great…

Invercargill may get a bad rap but once you start exploring this southern extreme of New Zealand, you soon realise just how much there…

Friends are great. Always there to listen and advise, help you pick out killer outfits and approve romantic partners.

For tasty kai with bangin' views, make a beeline for the Auckland Viaduct. 

Get amped up for the most wonderful time of the year. We’re talkin’ New Zealand’s festival season. Across the country,…

This week, and every week henceforth, we encourage you to go beyond learning how to order your coffee in Māori in exchange for a free…

Ho, ho, holy snowball…. December is nearly here and it's time to get our Christmas party on. Is it just us, or did this year…

We’ve rounded up our top picks for Auckland’s best barbershops, that will leave you looking a little less Shia Labeouf and a…

Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic one-day tramping adventure.

Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic three to four-day tramping adventure.

Father’s Day is just around the corner (3 September if you’re wondering) and while not all of us have a father we almost…

We want to help you live the dream in WA, so we asked the passionate locals who call it home to share all their must-visit experiences…

Hamilton’s cafe scene is growing, with plenty of great coffee, local produce and quirky spots.

We’ve got the buzz on the best luxury hotels around the country, so you can be drinking champagne in a spa pool as soon as physically…

When the mercury rises, post-hibernation spring soirées begin to sprout—and we're here for it. To celebrate, we've…

There’s nothing better than strolling through a buzzing market with a coffee in-hand and a basket jam-packed with fresh produce and…

The FIFA Women’s World Cup has kicked off in New Zealand. Held every four years, the event showcases talent from 32…

Quirky urban cool, natural wonders, arty happenings and more than a few places to quench your thirst, Dunedin is full of contrasts and…

The centrepiece of Auckland’s food events is officially back on the radar: Restaurant Month is here. We’ve never been so…

Whether you want to enjoy a picnic alfresco, go for a walk, watch the sunrise or sunset or just get away from it all, here are the top…

We’ve taken the hard yards out of scoping out the very best massage places in Auckland, so that you can sit back and slip right into a…

Takapuna Winter Lights will be lighting up the shore over four nights this July as part of the Elemental AKL festival and this year promises…

Dine and drink like a local, from bistros and cafes to takeaways and food trucks, tipples enjoyed at home to beverages on tap.