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Discover local hidden gems in Amsterdam
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Amsterdam

148 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Antwerp
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Antwerp

88 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Athens
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Athens

288 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Barcelona
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Barcelona

178 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Beirut
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Beirut

187 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Belgrade
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Belgrade

180 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Berlin
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Berlin

166 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Bern
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Bern

71 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Boston
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Boston

108 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Bratislava
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Bratislava

64 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Brussels
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Brussels

288 spots

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Discover local hidden gems in Bucharest
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Bucharest

88 spots

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Tallinas Ielas Kvartāls – Hipster and art block

"Tallinas Ielas Kvartāls" in Riga is a joint complex of 16 renovated ex-residential buildings that have become an epicenter of art, culture and hipness!

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Dace

Strigune

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Āgenskalna Tirgus – Modern and Bustling

This historical building is not just a spot for picking up fresh, local produce, but a place of exploration and gastronomical degustations.

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Ēriks

Lasmanis

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Farmers night market – Vegetable supermarket

When Riga Central market is closed, life is not over out there! There's a nights farmer's market as well. I like it because it's very convenient for me...

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Zaiga

Brača

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Kurze – Fancy dumplings

"Kurze" in Tallinn is literally a broth bar. It serves alcohol too, but it's specialised in soups -- genuine and nourishing. They also play techno!

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Diana

Pashkovich

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DM Baar – Sweet memorabilia for Mode fans

"DM Baar" in Tallinn is the ultimate Depeche Mode-themed bar. It's one of the best known in the city and reflects the love we Estonians have for this band.

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Asri Turşucu Cihangir – Nostalgic Pickle Shop

Embrace the crunch, relish the tang, and fully indulge in this delightful experience! Next-level pickle shop ready to open new dimensions of pickles.

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Ozortac

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