Get up close to an F-4 Phantom flown in the Vietnam War at this Florida park.

A spirited shopping experience.

Chewing gum tycoon's memorial lies perched over wife's botanical gardens on Santa Catalina Island.

An ancient octagonal weather station named for the eight Greek gods of wind.

Formerly the world's largest, this Willy Wonka-esque contraption runs 24/7.

Yale University's home for rare works, including the mysterious Voynich Manuscript.

This mysterious and creepy location instills a strong sense of foreboding in all visitors.

255 feet of suds, scrubbers, and blow dryers.

Measuring approximately 200 feet long, Swampy is the world's largest alligator-shaped building.

This departure gate in Austin's airport sends travelers to over 120 imaginary destinations.

A public, open-air art exhibit featuring world-renowned sculptures hides in plain sight on the outskirts of Orlando.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

A 24-hour vending machine restocked daily with homemade full-sized pecan pies.

The world's largest squirrel statue clutches a pecan bigger than your head.

The pit stop from "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" now serves beef and pork barbecue, not people.

Once seen as a bit of an eyesore, this sculpture has become a staple of downtown Houston.

This small park features a monumental fountain wall, providing a great photo opportunity in the middle of Houston.

Cantonese comfort food is on the menu at this Asiatown mainstay.

A swamp that was the site of prehistoric water burials also managed to preserve its corpses for millennia.

Believed to be haunted, this old cemetery is beautifully adorned with Spanish moss hanging from the trees.

A tribute to a hometown hero and surfing legend.

Sports history, made in the Arroyo Seco.