This innovative steam machine was no doubt the most famous of the pioneer locomotives.

Now famous as the "Harry Potter bridge," this impressive concrete viaduct has long been an icon in its own right.

The oldest operating steam locomotive in Canada runs along this heritage railway.

Ride aboard a centuries-year-old steam engine and explore dozens of trains parts, including an unusual "comboose."

A pixel art killer whale is frozen mid-leap in this Vancouver square.

A famous hotel houses an impression collection of mini dioramas and giant doll houses.

The ruins of the "20-year town" lay out among the mountains of Alberta.

The great polar explorer is remembered in this far northern town, where he embarked on his final expedition.

This functioning parish church is also the site of many concert performances due to its wonderful acoustics.

Home to three historic ships from the age of Vikings.

One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

This 1,300 year old monastery built atop a single rock was once only accessible depending on the whims of the tide.

The original home of the Lego has a huge amusement park dedicated to the iconic plastic toy.

The de facto symbol of Copenhagen is this bronze fairytale which cannot seem to keep its head for very long.

Copenhagen's celebrated theme park and gardens.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

It houses the remains of a 17th-century version of the Titanic.

The former home of Norway's greatest romantic composer.

A favorite with sightseers and locals alike, this Norwegian funicular provides easy access to a stunning view of Bergen and its environs.

The world's first and only escalator for lazy bicycles and their daunted riders.

A naturally occurring tunnel in this Nordic mountain makes it look like it's been shot.

Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.