About us

New Zealand's local-first travel guide

Built by Kiwis, for Aotearoa and the world. Real tips from people who actually live here — not algorithm-gamed global content.

Why we built this

When you search for things to do in New Zealand on the major platforms, you get the same overhyped spots ranked by ad spend — not by locals who know the patch.

We set out to fix that. Top Things To Do NZ is a locally-owned platform where real Kiwis build self-guided tours, share honest reviews, and put the operators who deserve it front and centre.

No ad spend. No kickbacks. Just the places locals actually drive out for.

100%
Kiwi owned
0%
Booking commission
4
NZ regions covered
2.8k
Places listed

How it works

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Locals build the tours

Kiwis who live there create self-guided routes — cellar door loops, beer crawls, coastal walks. Every stop has their honest tip.

Real reviews only

Reviews come from genuine visitors. Our integrity firewall means guides can't earn from the places they review.

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Book direct

Every listing links you directly to the operator — no middleman, no commission taken. 100% of your booking goes to the business.

Are you a NZ tourism operator?

Claim your listing, reply to reviews, and reach Kiwis and visitors who are actively planning their next trip. Free to start.