Places noel Wants to Go

A space-age 1950s pavilion on a secluded path is full of Toronto history surprises.

A miniature representation of Canadian cities and landmarks in incredible—and sometimes hilarious—detail.

An abandoned 1970s theme park that has been turned into a space for waterfront walking.

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World holds the world's tallest metal staircase.

This unusual structure may be on its way to becoming a cultural landmark in Toronto.

Lost subway station nestled beneath Toronto's busy commuter line.

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

Greenery cloaks this serene sculpture inspired by the famous Lost Gardens of Heligan.

This former Nazi labor camp is now a poignant memorial, complete with giant Soviet-style monuments.

Make your own fake treats at this factory and workshop in the epicenter of Japan's food replica industry.

A small island with no monkeys but plenty of military ruins.

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

This spa theme park lets its guests take a dip in pools of coffee, wine, or ramen broth.

More tin toys than you can shake a clapping monkey at.

Thirty architectural gems from the 19th- and early 20th-century Tokyo were restored and relocated to this space.

This Alaska library may be the only one in the country that allows you to check out pieces of taxidermy.

Colorful boxes placed over the dead are left to rot and crumble.

On top of a sheet metal business in Juneau stand nearly a dozen charming Wizard of Oz statues.

This adorable birdlike police box is designed based on a play on words.

An unexpected curiosity cabinet hidden within a department store in the Japan Post tower.

A Buddhist temple to honor insects that died for science.

Meet the world's longest tapeworm in a collection that really gets under your skin.

An ordinary pond with fish from out of this world.

Gigantic private toy museum featuring among finest collections of antique mechanical banks in existence.