Its digital and physical presence comprises websites, mobile editions, social media, live events and markets.

[3][4][5] The original Time Out magazine was first published in 1968 by Tony Elliott with Bob Harris as co-editor, and has since developed into a global platform across 333 cities and 59 countries.

[6] It started as a counter-culture publication that had an alternative viewpoint on issues such as gay rights, racial equality, and police harassment.

[8] Time Out was able to withstand print competition; however, its late integration of a digital platform during the online revolution proved to be a challenge.

When Time Out New York launched it did not have a website and was competing against well-established online publications such as Citysearch and The Village Voice.

[13] In June 2016, Time Out Group underwent an initial public offering and trades under the symbol TMO on London's AIM stock exchange.

[16] Time Out content is available in cities around the world including Paris, Lisbon, Porto, L.A., Miami, Chicago, Sydney, Melbourne, Hong Kong, Madrid, Barcelona, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Tel Aviv, Mexico City, Bangkok, Tokyo, Dubai and Istanbul among others.

[6][17] Time Out provides event listings and editorial on film, theatre and the arts in London to inform readers of the availability of entertainment in the city.

[20] Time Out Media publishes guides written by locals aimed at providing tourists with tips in urban "nooks" around the world.