Oakland, California
Heinold's First and Last Chance Saloon
Dive bar built out of the remains of a whaling ship.
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Oakland, California
Dive bar built out of the remains of a whaling ship.
North Tipperary, Ireland
This modest plaza in Moneygall, Ireland has cashed in on its distant connection to the U.S. president.
London, England
One of the few remaining examples of 19th-century London’s attempt to clean up its reputation.
London, England
This 1920s Dutch barge is now a floating bookstore.
London, England
Mary Kelly was last seen here before she was murdered by Jack the Ripper.
New York, New York
This slender three-story building has also had several famous residents.
New York, New York
Surrounded by low rise buildings and partially converted into an auto body shop, this marble archway is the only vestige of a forgotten Manhattan estate.
New York, New York
A plaque immortalizes the spot where the early American spy said his famous last words: "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
New York, New York
The iconic Manhattan corner that was once the site of the Beastie Boys' fake clothing store.
New York, New York
Where now stands a 42-story condominium tower of marble, glass and steel was once the central market of New York’s slave trade.
New York, New York
Rummage through this sunken ship, but leave your scuba gear at home.
New York, New York
A hidden "place of interment for gentlemen."
London, England
This London pub hides a peculiar secret: a recreation of the rooms shared at 221b Baker Street by Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.
New York, New York
During the 19th century, you could pay for violence off a prix fixe menu on this Manhattan street.