Places Hermit Wants to Go

At one of Berlin’s oldest churches, visitors can place mosaic tiles to help restore a medieval mural.

This home is steeped in history from, George Washington to George Corwin, High Sheriff during the Salem Witch Trials.

The intriguing personal collection of a professional demon-chaser.

It was founded by Ralph Nader to educate the public about an often-maligned area of law.

This anonymous businessman sculpted in bronze became an enduring memorial after 9/11, and had been mistaken by rescue workers for a survivor in the rubble.

Everyone from Mark Twain to Teddy Roosevelt has a pipe hanging from the walls of this historic chophouse.

Arlington Cemetery exhibit dedicated to death and grieving.

Enjoy a slice while browsing the world's largest collection of pizza memorabilia.

The taxidermied remains of Charles Dickens' pet raven, which helped inspire one of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous poems.

Where America’s first doomsday cult awaited the end of the world.

Tour the dark and beloved poet's former cobwebbed basement, which may have inspired "The Black Cat."

Connecticut grave of the woman responsible for the Winchester Mystery House in California.

The tiniest little stage in New York.

Unique antiquarian shop specializing in globes, maps, and prints.

New York City's only preserved family home from the 19th century.

Cryptic messages embedded in the New York City sidewalk.

Curious crustaceans support an obelisk from ancient Egypt that now stands in modern-day Central Park.

Though its celestial ceiling is impressive, the true star is the vast collection of French books.

An unassuming secret door once led to a legendary watering hole.

A three-story copper skybridge connects two Manhattan buildings with Art Deco luxury.

Rummage through this sunken ship, but leave your scuba gear at home.

Hundreds of antique bank vault locks on display in New York City.

On the top floor of an upscale department store stands a lavish restaurant housed in a replica of a luxury French dining car.

A terrific purveyor of natural history objects and curios.