Local Escapes
16 Stunning Walks In Auckland To Take At Least Once

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…

Local Escapes
The Most Dog-Friendly Beaches In Auckland

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…

Things To Do With Pets
10 Of The Best Dog-Friendly Walks In New Zealand

Taking your pup for a walk is all very well until you realise you’re in a park that’s a no-go for pooches. Talk about barking up…

Wellness
16 Of The Best Dog Parks In Auckland And Where To Find Them

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…

Local Escapes
Mount Taranaki | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Summit

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

Fitness
We Tried EMS Training For A Month And This Is What Happened

If you’re anything like me, finding the motivation to bust your butt at the gym is not high on the priority list. Between working,…

Fitness
12 Of The Best Workout Playlists On Spotify

If you're in the market for endurance EDM, upbeat pop bangers or heavy-based rap when you need to dig deep on your next run or gym…

Local Escapes
Auckland’s Best Beaches To Explore In 2023

One of the best things about Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely possible. We tend to…

Things To Do
Auckland’s Best Swimming Pools For You To Take A Dip At

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

Fashion
16 Of The Best Activewear Brands In NZ To Shop In 2022

Activewear is the holy grail of the wardrobe. 

Fitness
The Best Running Tracks Around Auckland To Help You Clear Your Head

There’s nothing like a run in the sunshine to get you out of the house when you start feeling a little cooped up. So why not reset…

Things To Do
9 Of The Prettiest Flower Walks In Auckland

Take a break from the gym and opt for the outdoors this season because these walks are worth it—we promise. 

Things To Do
5 Of The Best Go Karting Tracks In Auckland

Swooning for a hooning? Feel the need for speed? Careen around the race track and leave your mates in the dust at one of Tāmaki…

Local Escapes
6 Of The Best Walks In Christchurch

Everyone who’s anyone knows New Zealand will deliver when it comes to walking tracks and the heart of Canterbury is certainly no…

Fitness
9 Of The Best Running Tracks In Christchurch

For a completely free workout, lace up your running shoes, put in your ear buds and head outside to explore the absolute best running tracks…

Things To Do
The Top Spots To Go Ten-Pin Bowling In Auckland

Rain or shine, bowling is one of the most fun ways to spend an afternoon. 

Wellness
The Best Hot Yoga Studios In Auckland For You To Heat Up At

Hot yoga is known to help curb your stress, stretch your muscles, focus your mind and is definitely more intense than a…

Health & Beauty
Why The Health Benefits Of Cold-Water Swimming Are Worth The Plunge

While you might spot them on a chilly morning and shiver just at the thought of joining in, a growing number of cold-water swimmers swear by…

Things To Do
Where To Go Ice Skating In Auckland

Want to experience a ‘true’ winter this year? Luckily you don’t have to venture far to experience the gleeful joy of…

Health & Beauty
7 Epic Online Yoga Classes To Get Bendy At Home With

​Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner student (or the mere thought of the lotus position has you scratching your head)…

Travel
Help Clean Up Our Oceans By Participating In This Sustainable Running Event

adidas is inviting runners of all levels to crush the kilometres to help end plastic waste in our oceans.  Going down on Sunday, 5…

Fitness
The Best Pilates Studios In Auckland And Where To Find Them

There's a misconception that pilates is an easy-going style of workout that doesn't require the same strength and effort as…

Things To Do
Crush The Kilometres And Help Make A Difference This World Ocean Day

You’ve got Azalea Banks’ 212 blasting through your headphones, you’ve just clocked your fastest km to date, and…

Fitness
12 Of The Best Health And Fitness Apps To Download Now

If you would have told us 20 years ago we’d be using a mobile phone to exercise, we wouldn’t have believed you. But alas, some…

Things To Do
10 Of The Best Mini-Golf Courses In Auckland For You To Smash A Hole In One At In 2022

Although we may have reluctantly come to terms with the fact that we don’t possess the golfing prowess of Lydia Ko or Rory McIIroy, it…

Local Escapes
The Best Parks In Auckland You Need To Explore In 2022, According To Local Rangers

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…

Style & Design
25 Rad Things Under $25 To Get You Through Home Isolation

Oh, home isolation. So much free time, so little motivation. Whether you’ve ended up feeling under the weather or you’re…

Local Escapes
8 Epic Auckland Waterfalls You Can Actually Visit

We’ve scoped the waterfalls around the city to bring you a list of the best in Auckland. Take a picnic!

Fitness
10 Of The Best Volcanoes In Auckland To Climb

If you’re anything like us, your resolution to get fit may seem like an uphill battle—literally. But here in the City of Sails,…

Local Escapes
Rotoroa Island | 12 Magical Things To Do At The Hauraki Gulf’s Newest Wildlife Sanctuary

If you haven’t heard of Rotoroa Island, you better catch up, stat, because you’re definitely missing out.

Fitness
11 At Home Workouts From Top Local Personal Trainers To Try This Lockdown

From live yoga and pilates-inspired workouts, to world-renowned Les Mills classes, getting fit at home has never been easier (or more…

Fitness
12 of The Best Running Tracks In Wellington

With no shortage of sensational routes, lace up your running shoes and enjoy our picks for the12 best running tracks in…

Christchurch
The Best Workouts In Christchurch To Pit Yourself Against

We’ve rounded up the best workouts in the Garden City for you to try out and get hooked on. Why not push yourself to a whole new level…

What's On
A Pop-Up Ice Rink Has Just Opened Right By Takapuna Beach

The nights are drawing in and there’s a chill in the air, so what better time than to check out this epic new pop-up ice rink right by…

Things To Do
Explore 10 Epic Movie Locations You Had No Idea Were Filmed In Auckland

Without further ado, here’s our list of 10 epic movie locations around Auckland that made it onto the big screen.

New Zealand
Grab Your Carabiners, Here’s Where To Find New Zealand’s Best Canyoning Spots

If you’re on constant lookout for new adventure and enjoy a healthy dose of adrenaline in your bloodstream, then canyoning is a…

Wellness
Get Your Zen On With Auckland’s Best Yoga Studios

Not only is yoga good for your body, but it also has amazing benefits for your mind too. In the busyness and craziness of life, taking up…

Wellington
8 Of The Best Walks And Hikes In Wellington To Challenge Your Fitness

With the beautiful views being some of the best free things Wellington city has to offer, lace up your kicks and start strolling.

News
Try This Epic Coastal Track In The Waitakere Ranges This Weekend

The Ōmanawanui Track along with Puriri Ridge Track is a six-kilometre upgrade to the Te Ara Tūhura / Hillary Trail. Make a…

Things To Do
Dive Into 6 Of The Best Places To Go Snorkeling Around Auckland

Is The Little Mermaid your homegirl? Do you have dreams of befriending a flounder and brushing your hair with a fork? Well, Ariel, do we…

Local Escapes
Take A Dip At 12 Of The Best City Beaches In Auckland

While it’s AMAAZING to get out of Auckland for a roadie, we also know that sometimes you’ve just gotta (or wanna) stay in town.…

News
Dust Off Your Skates, A 70’s Themed Roller Disco Is Coming To Auckland

Roller skating legend Macarena (founder of Hey Macarena) is teaming up with Crazy Eights Roller Skates to host a Studio 54, 70s-themed…

Fitness
12 Of Auckland’s Best Skate Parks That You Need To Drop In At, Stat

Skating is more than a sport. It’s an expression of self. An exercise. A hobby. And most of all, a lifestyle. Once you’ve tried…

Fitness
Chalk Up Your Hands, Here’s 5 Of The Best Indoor Rock Climbing Gyms In Auckland

Who says you can't work out and have fun? If you are looking for a workout that combines strength training, agility, stability,…

Local Escapes
Get Your Heart Pumping With 5 Mountainous Adventures To Take This Weekend

Us Aucklanders love lacing up our hiking shoes and climbing things. And, let’s be honest, it’d be rude not to in a country as…

Fitness
The 6 Best Places You Can Learn To Surf In And Around Auckland

Your guide to Auckland’s top beach breaks where you can learn to surf and get your daily dose of vitamin D.

News
Dig Out That Gym Gear And Train For Free All This Week Across NZ

Round up your exercise crew because our friends over at Snap fitness are throwing open their doors this week to let you work up a sweat for…

Sustainability
Hit The Road With The 8 Best Bike Stores That Deliver In Auckland

Bike sales are currently going through the roof and it’s not hard to understand why. Neighbourhood walks are great and all but if…

Fitness
Dive Into Auckland’s 10 Best Indoor Swimming Pools

Winter has arrived but that doesn’t mean you can’t get some H2O action. You may have to forego the salty seas for some…

Fitness
8 Of The Best Free Outdoor Gyms in Auckland So You Can Keep Your Coin

If you're looking for a cheap—and in most cases free—way to keep your fitness levels up now that restrictions have eased,…

Fitness
Forget The Crowds At Auckland’s 6 Best Boutique Gyms

Coming down the alert-level ladder, a roadblock for many people wanting to head to the gym are crowds and lack of space. If you’re on…

Fitness
Runners On, Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Mindful Running

The Instagram-perfect yogi image of meditation may seem like the opposite of pounding pavement, but science backing the parallels between…

Fitness
Float Your Boat With The 6 Best Kayaking Spots Around Auckland

So you want to be one with the ocean but you’re a) not into standing up for hours and b) not the best of swimmers?

Local Escapes
The 10 Best New Zealand Walks You Need To Try

New Zealand is one heck of a b-e-a-utiful place and as its people, it would be downright rude not to explore it. 

Tauranga
9 Of The Best Running Tracks In Tauranga And The Mount To Help You Work Up A Sweat

In a time when our lives have been turned upside down and gyms are closed, it’s important to continue to look after ourselves and get…

Fitness
6 Of Hamilton’s Best Running Tracks To Keep Your Endorphins Flowing

We all know that moving your body and breathing in fresh air is good for your soul—especially when times are tough.

Fitness
The 6 Best Running Tracks In Nelson To Help You Smash Your Fitness Goals

Stuck on where to go for a run in Nelson? Lucky for you, we’ve got you covered with these running tracks to get you motivated. Freshen…

Fitness
8 Of Dunedin’s Best Running Tracks To Keep Your Endorphins Flowing

Dunedin has a wealth of walking and running tracks right at your feet and whilst they're currently closed to mountain bikers,…

Fitness
Put Your Best Foot Forward With These Online Dance Classes

Whether you’ve got the coordination of a baby giraffe or you’re a dancer from way back, lockdown is the perfect time to try your…

Fitness
6 Essential Yoga Poses To Get You Through The Day While Working From Home

If you're still waiting for your ergonomic desk chair to be delivered and that dining table seat is proving mightily uncomfortable on…

Fitness
Lace Up Your Sneakers, Here Are 9 Of The Best Running Tracks In Queenstown

Lace up your Sneakers, chuck on a good podcast and head outdoors to one of the best running tracks in Queenstown.

Fitness
Get Fit In Your Living Room With These Killer YouTube Workouts

To save you having to leave the house or bring bulk hand sanitizer to your usual yoga studio, here are eight free workouts you can…

Things To Do
Grab Your Board, Here Are The Best Stand Up Paddle Boarding Spots In Auckland

Thanks to paddle boarding, you can get amongst water sports without getting your hair wet.

Things To Do
Grab Your Board, Here Are The Best Stand Up Paddle Boarding Spots In Auckland

Thanks to paddle boarding, you can get amongst water sports without getting your hair wet.

New Zealand
Auckland Waterfalls You Can Actually Visit

We’ve tested the waterfalls around the city to bring you a list of the best in Auckland. Dive in!

Fitness
12 Stunning Auckland Walks To Take At Least Once

Featuring beautiful coastlines, stunning waterfalls and native bush, we promise these walks will bring you delight and feed your soul.

Fitness
Smash Your Fitness Goals With Auckland’s Best Lunch Hour Workouts

If the idea of setting your alarm for a ungodly hour pre-6am spins induces a frenzied panic, and after work hours are dedicated to those…

Cafes
Pick Of The Precinct | Newmarket

Newmarket, you’ve got it going onnn. There’s no shortage of things to see and do in this happening suburb.

Fitness
Auckland Beach Walks To Blow Your Mind

Auckland has a beach for everything. Whether you prefer to sit on the sand and chow down on chippies, a snorkel in a bay to look for Nemo,…

Fitness
Smash Your Fitness Goals With The 11 Best Workouts in Wellington

Whether you are looking for some pals to go running with, a sweat inducing HIIT workout or a good regular yoga practise, New Zealand's…

Hamilton
Lace Up, We’ve Found 9 Of The Best Walks And Hikes In And Around Hamilton

​Lacing up your walking shoes is one of the best ways to explore Hamilton and the Mighty Waikato. The region features an abundance of…

Fitness
Get Your Sweat On, Here’s Auckland’s Best Workouts

Whether you’re #shreddingforsummer, looking for the hottest new workout trend, or are a weekend warrior needing a new challenge,…

Things To Do
Zen Out With The Fishes At This Underwater Yoga Class

Just when you thought yoga classes couldn’t get any more zen.

Fashion
Here’s Where To Find The 11 Best Luxury Activewear Stores In Auckland

Thank God for the athleisure trend, so much more room for bottomless brunch in yoga pants or trackies. Whether you’re actually…

Fitness
Have A Desk Job? Here’s How To Sneak More Exercise Into Your Day

Well we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to drop a single bit of sweat as we have found some tricks to get you active…

Fitness
Get Zen With A Sky-High Yoga Class

Yoga in the clouds is a thing, and it's here.

Things To Do
Raise Your Yoga Game To A Whole New Level

Get your head in the clouds with this unmissable yoga event.

New Zealand
6 Of The Best Urban Walks In Auckland

Us Aucklanders love a good walk. Whether it’s beach walks or flower walks, we can’t resist the pull of the fresh air,…

Fashion
Here’s Your First Look At Nike’s Fastest Sneaker Ever

Nike’s iconic marathon shoe has copped a scientific, athlete-approved upgrade and is said to actually make you run, on…

Fitness
Here Are The Best Marathons To Run In New Zealand

Whilst many people don’t understand the sport that is marathon running, the runners themselves will tell you that the thrill and joy…

Fitness
Auckland’s Best Group Fitness Classes To Try Now

Get ready to sweat in sync—here are Auckland’s best group fitness classes.

Fitness
Smash Your Fitness Goals With 10 Fitness Classes In Auckland To Try Now

With a variety of unique and exciting options on the Auckland workout scene, we’ve rounded up ten of the very best fitness classes to…

Wellness
Unmissable Wellness Festivals Around The World

Held in jaw-dropping locations all around the world, wellness festivals bring together like-minded people, promoting holistic, mindful…

Fitness
These Are The 10 2019 Fitness Trends To Get Around

At the end of every year, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) release the Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends, a list of projected…

Fitness
Wheely Fun | Where To Cycle In Auckland

Some of the best ways to enjoy the sights of Auckland is on two wheels, not four! Check out our list of the six best cycling routes in…

Fitness
Everything You Need To Know About The Hottest Gym In The World Right Now

A true disruptor on the scene, Performix House raises its protein shake-filled glass to the concept of mind-body connection.

What's On
Dog Yoga Exists And It’s Coming To Auckland!

How do you make your downward facing dog 147 times more fun? Let us tell you.

Fitness
Nightclub Gyms Are The New Fitness Trend You Need To Know About

Choose between hitting the bar or sweating up a storm on the barre is a thing of the past thanks to nightclub-esque workout classes,…

Fitness
This Hidden Studio Is Offering FREE Classes Every Thursday!

Get your body moving at Bloom Barre & Pilates this August as they’re treating Aucklanders to free classes every Thursday!

Fitness
8 Fitness Apps To Motivate You This Winter

It’s easy to get your shred on when summer and the prospect of baring your tum at the beach is approaching, but waaaaay harder to find…

Fitness
We Ran For The Oceans And Here’s What Happened

There’s not a lot that can get me out of bed before the sun’s up but somehow adidas have managed to do it not once, but twice…

Fitness
This Activewear Label Is Made From Recycled Fishing Nets

Unless you’ve been living in a bubble, you're probs aware that our planet is…well, look, we haven’t exactly been…

What's On
Psst! Lululemon Is Hosting FREE Yoga Tomorrow!

In fact, every store in New Zealand will be hosting a FREE yoga sesh at 6:30am (brisk...)

Fitness
Morning, Noon Or Night: When Is The Best Time To Run?

If you’re anything like me, you can probably think of over 20 reasons not to go for a run in about three seconds flat.

Fitness
9 Of The Best Fitness Apps For People Who Are Too Cheap To Pay For A Gym

These days, all it takes to turn your phone into a bona fide fitness coach is a double tap and swift download from the App store. With the…

New Zealand
Auckland’s Best Parks 2018

From West Auckland to the North Shore, here's a list of the 20 best parks Auckland has to offer.

Fitness
20 Marathons Around The World That Are Worthy Of Your Bucket List

While it might seem crazy to some, lovers of running and masochists alike will travel great distances to run great distances. Like laughter,…

New Zealand
Where To Find Auckland’s Golden Frames

You don’t have to be a tourist to appreciate these gems spread around town and here’s where to find the golden frames around…

New Zealand
Auckland Walks You Can Take Now That The Waitakere Ranges Have Closed

With a scenery that has the ability to take your breath away every corner you turn, it would be a waste to not take the city by foot.

Fitness
Auckland’s Best Hot Yoga Studios

While we know it’s not very enticing to get out of your oh-so-cosy bed in these sub-zero temps, the idea of heading to a hot yoga…