Discover What’s Happening Around You – In Real Time
Your FREE Local Guide for Things To Do, Events & Hidden Gems
Welcome to Mapzest – the smarter way to explore any destination.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend, staying a little longer, or simply looking for something new to do, Mapzest helps you instantly discover:
Things to do near you
Live events happening today
Local attractions and experiences
Places to eat, drink and explore
Hidden gems you won’t find in traditional guides
No outdated listings. No generic recommendations. Just real, up-to-date information from the people who know it best – the venues and hosts themselves.
Find Things To Do Near You (Right Now)
Looking for things to do today or what’s on this weekend?
Mapzest shows you what’s happening right now, in real time.
From major attractions to small, local experiences, you’ll find:
Live music in nearby pubs
Pop-up events and markets
Workshops, classes and activities
Tours and cultural experiences
Family-friendly attractions
Food, drink and nightlife
Everything is constantly updated, so you never miss out.
Always Up-To-Date – No More Outdated Tourist Information
You’re seeing what’s actually happening – not what used to happen.
Traditional travel guides and websites often show:
Events that have already ended
Businesses that have changed hours
Experiences that no longer exist
Mapzest is different.
Every listing is:
Managed directly by the venue or organiser
Updated in real time
Accurate and relevant to your visit
Discover More Than Just the Big Attractions
Of course, you’ll find the must-see landmarks.
But Mapzest goes further.
We help you uncover:
Independent shops and studios
Craft workshops and creative spaces
Yoga sessions and wellness experiences
Community events and local gatherings
Live performances in unexpected places
It’s the difference between visiting a destination… and truly experiencing it.
Feel Like a Local, Not a Tourist
Mapzest connects you directly with the local community.
Instead of following crowded, predictable routes, you can:
Explore authentic local experiences
Support independent businesses
Discover places recommended by locals
Join events happening around you
It’s your invitation to become part of what’s happening — not just observe it.
Plan Less, Experience More
No more endless searching across multiple websites.
With Mapzest, you can:
Instantly see what’s happening nearby
Browse by category, interest or mood
Discover spontaneous things to do
Build your day as you go
Whether you’re planning ahead or exploring on the fly, everything you need is in one place.
Perfect for Every Type of Traveller
Mapzest is built for:
Tourists visiting a new destination
Couples looking for things to do
Families planning days out
Solo travellers exploring freely
Weekend visitors and staycationers
If you’ve ever searched:
“Things to do near me”
“What’s on today”
“Events this weekend”
“Hidden gems near me”
…Mapzest is exactly what you’ve been looking for.
How Mapzest Works
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Open the App
Access Mapzest on your phone and instantly see what’s happening around you.
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Explore Your Area
Browse nearby events, attractions, and experiences in real time.
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Discover & Go
Find something you love and head straight there — it’s that simple.
A Living, Breathing Guide to your Destination
It’s a live, community-powered guide where:
Businesses share what’s happening right now
Events are updated as they change
Visitors discover experiences as they unfold
This creates a constantly evolving view of each destination — one that traditional guides simply can’t match.
Mapzest isn’t just another travel app.
Never Miss What’s Happening Again
Mapzest connects you directly with the local community.
Imagine arriving somewhere new and instantly knowing:
Where to go
What’s on
What’s worth your time
That’s the Mapzest experience.
No guesswork. No outdated information. Just real discovery, in real time.
- Stu Francis, Founder of Zest4 Limited
“ We’ve built Mapzest to solve our real-life experiences of being unaware of what’s happening around us. ”
Get Started with Mapzest
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Get The App
Download the Mapzest Tourism App for Apple & Android phones here.
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Contact Us
Are you a business or an Event and interested in featuring on Mapzest?