Top 150 Secret Destinations

TOP 150 SECRET DESTINATIONS THE DEFINITIVE LOCAL TRAVEL GUIDE At home you're the ultimate tour guide. You know where to go for the best coffee and which restaurant serves the tastiest pasta in town. But on vacation, it can be tricky to know where to go to - without falling into the usual tourist traps. At Love Home Swap, we've analysed more than 700,000 local tips from our 55,000+ members around the world - and have compiled an infographic with the most popular recommendations. From street bars in Shanghai to bistros in Berlin, this is the definitive guide to the world's top holiday destinations – by the people who know them best. Buenos Aires Sydney (Bondi) Australia Melbourne Argentina Australia MAED NACIONAL Brown Sugar, Icebergs Dining Room Dig a Pony, Pope Joan Mama Racha The Living Room at the Corner House The Melbourne Supper Club, Nevermind Bar Milion, Antares Pub The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes Art Gallery NSW TarraWarra Estate Dig a Pony is Melbourne's best tapas spot, although the adventurous should visit Pope Joan for green tea salt and black pudding sauce. Wine enthusiasts will love The Mel- bourne Supper Club, and a relaxed drink- ing atmosphere can be found at the Nev- ermind Bar. Eschew the larger galleries, and take a trip to the TarraWarra Estate art collection. Do not leave Buenos Aires without trying the salmon Racha. The Basil Daiquiri at the elegant Milion Head to Brown Sugar for their signature fish pie, or Icebergs Dining Room for locally-sourced oysters and a stunning view over the beach. For an after-dinner aperitif, the Living Room at the Corner House serves up a range of uniquely-named cocktails. Culture fiends should check out the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works at Art Gallery NSW. and arugula salad at Mama is the perfect tiles, although beer lovers should sample the artisanal selection at the Antares Pub. The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes home to masterpieces by artists such as start to a night on the sis Rubens and Rembrandt. Vienna Brussels Rio de Janeiro Austria Belgium Brazil X Leonor, La Quincaillerie Capricciosa Pizzeria, Benkei Nam Nam Loos Bar, Tanzcafé Jenseits Ultime Atome, Delirium Café Devassa Bar Vienna State Opera Magritte Museum Instituto Moreira Salles Evening reservations are essential at Nam Nam, the best Indian restaurant in Vienna. Be sure to save room for dessert, as the sweet dumplings are divine. Sumptuous leather seats and wood-panelled walls await patrons of Loos Bar, while those with Bohemian Jenseits. No trip to Vienna is complete without watching a performance at the Gastronomes must try the five course menu at Leonor - although La Quincail- lerie cannot be beaten for old-time charm and seafood dishes. Ultime Atome is a popular choice with drinkers, although with an incredible 3162 varieties of beer on offer, the Delirium Café must be seen to be believed. For a touch of culture, visit the surrealist Magritte Museum. The Capricciosa Pizzeria serves up the best pizza in Rio, while the lunchtime buffet at Benkei is a must for sushi-lovers. Visit Devassa Bar for home-brewed beer and authentic Brazilian bar snacks, or check out one of the many trailer bars on Macumba Beach. Browse the cultural exhi- bitions at the Instituto Moreira Salles, before relaxing in the extensive gardens. tastes should visit Tanzcafé Vienna State Opera. Montreal Shanghai China Hong Kong China Canada ----- -M-- ---- Au Pied de Cochon, Lucille's Oyster Dive Mr & Mrs Bund, Shanghai Min Oolaa, Jaspa's Baldwin Barmacie, Les Enfants Terribles Lily and Bloom, Café Duvet MINT Theatre Outremont Traditional tea ceremony Peng Chau Island Au Pied de Cochon is one of Montreal's finest eateries - the Foie gras tout nu is a must. Those in search of a lighter bite should visit Lucille's Oyster Dive. The champagne mojitos at Baldwin Barmacie are divine, whilst the brave should sample the Brazil Caesar cocktail at les Enfants Terribles. After dinner, catch a show - or even a film screening - at the Theatre Outremont. For an extravagant gastronomic experience, book a table at Mr & Mrs Bund - followed by an evening of indulgence e at the impossibly hip MINT. Those seeking a more authentic Chinese meal should visit Shanghai Min for lunchtime dim sum and tender pork belly. For a touch of culture, take part in a traditional tea ceremony. Oolaa specialise in beautifully presented brunch dishes, and Jaspa's serves up generous portions of tasty western-style meals. Visit the atmospheric Lily and Bloom for perfect after-dinner cocktails, or the alfresco bar at Café Duvet for their signature Chili Martini. Take a break from the fast-paced streets of Hong Kong, and go temple-hopping on Peng Chau island. ..... ····.. ...•● ····.. Paris Prague Czech Republic Copenhagen Denmark France Hotel du Nord, Le Cambodge Aromi MASH, Noma Lokal, Bukowski's Bar T105, K Bar La Fourmi, Chez Jeannette Jewish Quarter Malmöhus Castle Musée d'Orsay Aromi offers the best Italian food in Prague. The seafood is always fresh and delicately prepared, and the risottos are particularly delicious. The Czech Republic is famous for beer sample some of the local varieties at the Lokal beer hall. For cocktails and a kooky atmosphere, pay a visit to Bukowski's Bar. The crowded graveyards of the old Jewish Quarter are steeped in history. For sensational steak in a relaxed atmosphere, make a reservation at MASH. However, true gourmets should not pass up the opportunity to visit Noma, one of the world's finest restaurants. After dinner, drop into I105 for a selection of classic cocktails in elegant surroundings or K Bar for an experimental drinks list. Culture vultures must visit the museums at Malmöhus Castle. For a taste of true Parisian cooking, visit Hotel du Nord for beautifully presented French classics. However, fans of oriental flavours must book a table at Le Cambodge. Sample the extensive wine list at La Fourmi, or head to Chez Jeannette for informal drinks. Escape the crowds at the Louvre and visit the excellent Musée d'Orsay instead. Reykjavik Iceland Berlin Budapest Hungary Germany ПИНИ Monsieur Vuong, White Trash X Leroy Café, Bistro Déryné Grillmarkaðurinn, Sushisamba King Size, Neue Odessa Bobek, Oscar Bar Kaldi Bar Neue Nationalgalerie Ludwig Museum Harpa Concert Hall Monsieur Vuong serves up the best phô in Berlin. For a truly unforgettable experience, visit White Trash - a 'restaurant, club and tattoo studio'. Arrive early at the ironically-named King Size bar to get a seat, or head to Neue Odessa bar for post-dinner cocktails. Wander round Museum Island for a touch of culture, or drop into the Neue Nationalgalerie. Young and old alike will enjoy the old-time décor and relaxed atmosphere of the Leroy Café. Bistro Déryné is the place to go for traditional fare - adventurous souls must try the roast marrow, or the pig neck terrine. Bobek is perfect for a cosy aperitif, although those seeking a livelier evening should head to Oscar Bar. For excellent contemporary art displays, visit the Ludwig Museum. Meat lovers should sample the tasting menu at Grillmarkaðurinn, whilst Sushisamba offers a delicious blend of Icelandic, Japanese, and South American cuisines. Warm up with Kaldi Bar's fine selection of locally-brewed beer, before catching a performance of traditional Icelandic music at the Harpa concert hall. self-styled Bali Dublin Tel Aviv Indonesia Ireland Israel MAMA San, The Fire Station Weafer and Cooper, Wild Goose Grill Goocha, Rustico Slattery's Bar, Finnegan's of Dalkey Potato Head Beach Club Port Said, Rothschild 12 Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary Gaiety Theatre Suzanne Dellal Centre Stylish MAMA San cannot be beaten on flavour - be sure to save room for the fried Weafer and Cooper, on the outskirts of Dublin, is a hidden gem with recently revamped menus. For a more central meal, opt for the celebrated Wild Goose Grill. The atmospheric Slattery's Bar famously serves up pints from 7am, whilst whisky aficionados should visit Finnegan's of Dalkey. For a cultural thrill, see a show at the Gaiety Theatre. Good fish restaurants abound in Tel Aviv, but Goocha is by far and away the best. For Italian food with a Middle-Eastern touch, head to Rustico. Port Said is famous for friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere, whilst Rothschild 12 caters to the hip set. Tel Aviv is a bustling cultural hub - watch some of the world's best performers at the Suzanne Dellal Centre for Dance and Theatre. ice cream dessert! For a more relaxed BBQ meal, visit The Fire Station. The distinctive Potato Head Beach Club serves up unusual concoctions - the Pistachio Martini is particularly delicious. Make the trek to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary for peace and tranquillity. San Miguel de Rome Amsterdam Italy Allende Mexico Netherlands Ш X Quinzi & Gabrieli, Ristorante Pierluigi The Restaurant, Tío Lucas Toscanini, Café George La Sirena Gorda, Berlin Bar & Bistro Bar del Fico Café BOSCO, MOMO La Parroquia de San Miguel Piazza Navona Stedelijk Museum For an extravagant celebration, only Quinzi & Gabrieli will do. The exquisite fish dishes are beautifully presented, and the desserts are to die for. Ristorante Pierluigi is another excellent venue, where the menu is paired with an outstanding wine list. Choose Bar del Fico for sophisticated after-dinner drinks. Soak up the city's culture at Piazza Navona. Dining at The Restaurant is truly a gastronomic experience. For a more relaxed meal, visit the fabulous open-air courtyard at Tío Lucas. La Sirena Gorda - an authentic Mexican cantina - is great for informal drinks, while the Berlin Bar & Bistro caters to the bohemian set. To complete your visit, take a tour of La Parroquia de San Miguel. Toscanini has a reputation for excellence - the lamb dishes are particularly tender. Duck into the unpretentious Café George to escape the lunchtime tourist crowds. Café BOSCO is ideal for a relaxed glass of wine, while flashy MOMO serves up stylish cocktails at a 360 degree bar. Amsterdam is full of excellent museums - fans of contemporary art should check out the Stedelijk . Cape Town South Africa Auckland Singapore Singapore New Zealand The Engine Room, Manuka Min Jiang, P.S. Café Cattle Baron, On the Rocks Mac's Neighbourhood Brewbar Bar Bar Black Sheep, KU DE TA Peddlars on the Bend, Cape to Cuba The Auckland War Memorial Museum The Slave Lodge Chinatown The Engine Room is worth visiting for the desserts alone. Manuka, across the bay at Devonport, serves exceptional oysters and seafood chowder. The eclectic Mac's Neighbourhood Brewbar will satisfy beer lovers. The Auckland War Memorial Museum makes for a fascinating - if sobering - afternoon. Min Jiang is the place for lunchtime dim sum, while the generous portions at the PS. Café will leave even the hungriest of diners satisfied. Visit Bar Bar Black Sheep for tasty bar snacks and refreshing beer, or KU DE TA for an unrivalled view and extravagant cocktails. Stroll around Chinatown and immerse yourself in Singapore's vibrant culture. Visit Cattle Baron for sumptuous steaks and ribs, or gaze out over the Atlantic from a table at On the Rocks. Wine aficionados will enjoy the walk-in wine cellar at Peddlars on the Bend, whilst Cape to Cuba serves a range of spicy and colourful cocktails. Learn about Cape Town's chequered past at The Slave Lodge, one of South Africa's oldest buildings. Barcelona Madrid Stockholm Spain Spain Sweden Le Cucine Mandarosso, Las Fernandez Casa Lucio, Lamucca de Prado Pelikan, Pastis Bar Mingus, Gata Mala Ramses, El Viajero Tiki Room, Akkurat Museo Nacional del Prado Sagrada Familia Vasa Museum The Big Hall at Pelikan is a Stockholm institution - order the grilled reindeer, or the Le Cucine Mandarosso offers the best pasta in Barcelona. The menu at Las Fernandez is both innovative and delicious, although reservations are essential. Kooky Bar Mingus serves excellent on-tap beer, while the peppery gin and tonic at Gata Mala will leave you wanting more. Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia is a must-see. Don't miss the tender churrasco at Casa Lucio, or the generous set menu at Lamucca de Prado. Join Madrid's elite at the impossibly stylish Ramses for after-dinner drinks, or relax - mojito in hand - on El Viajero's roof terrace. For a taste of culture, stroll through the Museo Nacional del Prado. signature lingonberry meatballs. The chévre chaud at Pastis is also I recommended. Try the Tiki Room for exotic cocktails, or the stunning wood-panelled bar at Akkurat for a vast selection of beer and whisky. Explore Sweden's maritime history at the Vasa highly Museum. Edinburgh United Kingdom Phuket Dubai Thailand United Arab Emirates Caramel, La Petite Maison Phuket Wine Connection Bistro, Mom Tri's Kitchen Ondine Restaurant, The Witchery Catch Beach Club, Stereo Lab Barasti Beach Bar, At.mosphere Tigerlily, Amicus Apple Old Phuket Town 9 Spice souk Holyrood Palace Gourmets are spoiled for choice in Dubai. Caramel serve generous portions of sensitively-prepared meat and fish, and the sharing plates at La Petite Maison never fail to delight. Spend a sunny afternoon sipping chilled wines at Barasti Beach Bar, or an evening of sheer decadence at the Burj Khalifa's At.mosphere bar. Soak up Dubai's culture at the spice souk. Phuket Wine Connection Bistro is the perfect place for a boozy lunch. For a special occasion, book a beachside table at Mom Tri's Kitchen. Dance the night away at the stylish Catch Beach Club, or join a more relaxed crowd at Stereo Lab. Stroll through Old Phuket Town and marvel at the old Sino-Portuguese villas. Stunning seafood awaits diners at Ondine Restaurant, whilst patrons of The Witchery can enjoy hearty steaks in ornate surroundings. After dinner, sample some of Tigerlily's classic cocktails, or the more exotic fare at Amicus Apple. The streets of Edinburgh are steeped in history - take a walk up to Holyrood Palace. Los Angeles United States London New York United Kingdom United States The Blue Legume, Sodo Pizza Café Osteria Mozza, The A Hungry Cat Dell'anima, Momofuku XO Bar, The White Horse (The Sloaney Pony) Bar Marmont Death & Co., Tiny's and the Bar Upstairs The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits Horniman Museum The Whitney The Blue Legume serves up a variety of succulent meat and fish dishes, while pizza fans should head to the exceptional Sodo Pizza Café. The stylish XO bar at the Caesar Hotel White Horse (known informally as 'The Sloaney Pony') offers an impressive range of draft and bottled beers. Eschew the crowds at the big museums, and check out the Horniman in Forest Hill. Dinner at the prestigious Osteria Mozza - complete with Mozzarella bar - is a real treat. For fresh seafood dishes, The Hungry Cat cannot be bested. Visit the rooftop bar at Perch for an impressive wine list, or Bar Marmont for exquisite cocktails. The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits makes for a fascinating afternoon - be sure to check out the excavation sites. For authentic Italian-American fare, visit Dell'anima. The delicate noodle dishes at Momofuku will satisfy even the most discerning gourmet. Head to trendy Death & Co. for a quirky take on the traditional speakeasy - or Tiny's and the Bar Upstairs for a Molly Malone cocktail. Museums abound in New York - The Whitney is one of the best. is ideal for cocktails, and The Key Restaurants Culture Bars The above information was compiled using internal data from LoveHomeSwap.com's 57,000+ properties LOVE HOME SWAP