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UK

London

245 spots

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spain

Madrid

264 spots

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france

Paris

168 spots

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germany

Hamburg

196 spots

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Boston

130 spots

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netherlands

Amsterdam

170 spots

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estonia

Tallinn

116 spots

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albania

Tirana

167 spots

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mexico

Mexico City

148 spots

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egypt

Cairo

120 spots

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portugal

Lisbon

208 spots

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Athens

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Almaty

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Booktique

Books & Gifts near Pantheon

Fun shop near the Pantheon with pop-art displays, Rome photography books, quirky home decor, and unique souvenirs with a local twist.

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Sarah

O'Connell

Sep 5, 2025

Kék áfonya

Local fruits & artisan delicacies

Tiny greengrocer packed with fresh local fruits and vegetables and artisan delicacies customers swear by. Try here the best walnut-lingonberry bread around!

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Eszter

Baracskai

Sep 5, 2025

GA KingsX

Where Glamour Meets Elegance

GA KingsX is an upscale, stylish bar just steps from King’s Cross station. Sip cocktails, choose from 50 kinds of gin, and enjoy live music!

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Helena

Homsi

Sep 2, 2025

Huis Marseille

Photography museum

Step into Huis Marseille on Keizersgracht: a canal house museum where photography, history, and intimate beauty come together in every room.

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Dana

Marin

Sep 2, 2025

Viro Steak

Meat Restaurant

At Viro Steak in Porta Venezia, expect a sultry atmosphere, a dry-aging chamber on display, fair prices, and cuts sold by the kilo. Prepare for a feast!

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Dimitra

Parlapani

Sep 1, 2025

Maarjamäe resto

Coffee after walk

This café is my calm island after seaside walks or playgrounds, where sweet Britta cake, peace, and quiet moments are always on the menu.

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Inna

Kirillova

Sep 1, 2025

Skatepark Utrecht

On wheels! Indoor skatepark

Skatepark Utrecht offers a huge street course both for total beginners and seasoned skaters. A very friendly place with a café and great food spots nearby.

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Laura

Brosi

Aug 28, 2025

Solyt Tattoo Studio

Tattoo As A Souvenir

Studio Solyt is a hidden tattoo studio by the Bosphorus. It feels more like an art studio, with creative vibes and a fun team. Ready for something timeless?

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Zeynep

Ozortac

Aug 27, 2025

Six Coffee+Wine

Hot chocolate by the stream

Six Coffee + Wine in Almaty is more than a café, it has a streamside terrace, cozy modern interior, quality pastries, coffee, rich hot chocolate and wine!

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Raj

Gire

Aug 25, 2025

Vítkov

Alternative view of Prague

Locals love the view from Vítkov Hill, home to Jan Žižka’s statue and the best sunset panorama of Prague, free to visit and crowd-free. Ready to climb?

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Michal

Lebl

Aug 15, 2025

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