An iPhone app for finding things to do

From a list of ideas to something you can do

A list can tell you what exists, but it still leaves you deciding which places fit together. NextMove generates an ordered outing around your location, interests, group size, budget, available time, and transportation. The result includes real place names, estimated timing and costs, and map links.

Use it for a local afternoon, a date, a visit with friends, or exploring somewhere new. If you already know one activity you want, start from that idea and build the rest of the outing around it. An activity or restaurant suggestion still needs its own hours and availability check.

How to find places nearby

Enter the city or area you want to explore, or optionally use your current location. Keep the radius small for a short outing and choose a transportation mode you can actually use. Add interests such as food, outdoors, arts, photos, or date night, then set the time and budget.

A nearby plan is most useful when its travel distance matches the time you have. A two-hour window usually calls for fewer transfers than an all-day visit. Check the returned map and confirm that the stops are practical for your starting point.

When you have no idea what to do

Start with one decision: whether you want an indoor activity, an outdoor walk, or food. Add your time and budget, then use the plan as a first option rather than waiting for a perfect idea. If a stop does not fit, replace it, remix the plan with a request, or reroll the outing.

For an idea you can read before downloading anything, browse our city guides. They include venue links and practical pairing advice. The website guides are free to read; using the app’s features requires NextMove Pro.

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