Vashon, Washington
Oscar the Bird King
Thomas Dambo's troll sculpture wears a crown with birdhouses on his head.
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Places on this traveler's wishlist.
Vashon, Washington
Thomas Dambo's troll sculpture wears a crown with birdhouses on his head.
Ossining, New York
At this site, two historic stone bridges spanning the Sing Sing Kill—one right on top of the other.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This landmark honoring a local beer brand is an iconic part of the Minneapolis skyline.
Amherst, Massachusetts
A seemingly out-of-place comic book surprise sits on the 21st floor of the tallest university library in the world.
Butler, Pennsylvania
The only museum in the Western Pennsylvania region that focuses on Asian art and Meissen porcelain.
Dublin, Ohio
This sculpture is a cross between an observatory and an earth mound to honor the community's rich history.
Windsor, Illinois
A 30-foot-tall goat tower in central Illinois is home to a herd of Swiss ungulates.
Austin, Texas
At this Austin dive bar, it's been Christmas every day for more than 50 years.
Bath, Maine
Maine's only authentic torri gate celebrates a longstanding international relationship that started with the rescue of four sailors.
Wilmington, Delaware
In Wilmington's hip Trolley Square neighborhood, a utility box has been repainted to resemble a classic gumball machine.
Chickasha, Oklahoma
A 50-foot-tall replica of the infamous lamp from 'A Christmas Story' illuminates this small town.
Morton Grove, Illinois
Just outside Chicago, one of the few traditional Mongolian restaurants in the U.S. serves a misunderstood cuisine.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
An unexpected alley with light shows and nature views.
Steele, North Dakota
The metal bird, nicknamed "Sandy," stands nearly 40 feet tall and is an homage to the birds that migrate through North Dakota every year.
Little Chute, Wisconsin
An authentic Dutch windmill, built in the Netherlands and shipped to Wisconsin.
Prairie Grove, Arkansas
A mid-century telephone booth still stands, now a long-distance relic of the past.
Easton, Massachusetts
A sign marks the location of an 18th-century sawmill allegedly owned by a wizard who employed Satanic imps.
Houston, Texas
Originally brought to Texas by Czech settlers, these sweet and savory pastries are an essential local breakfast staple.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Keen eyes can find the Disney influences throughout this treasure trove of a tiki bar.
Tonalea, Arizona
At certain times in the fall and winter, the sunlight makes this natural sandstone arch glow.
Clinton, Arkansas
This sandstone marvel of nature is worth a stop along Highway 65.
Bellville, Ohio
This 35-foot-tall hamburger-toting chef is said to be the largest bobblehead in the world.
Glamis, California
This vast and otherworldly landscape is one of the largest dune complexes in North America.
Clinton, Tennessee
The physical legacy of one man’s lifetime mission, following a near-fatal mine accident, to publicly proselytize for Christianity.