Places ReisyD Wants to Go

One of the largest pieces of scientific equipment ever carried on a NASA space shuttle sits in a Chicago alley.

River pirates, murderous bandits, and serial killers used this Illinois cave as their debauched hideout.

This surprising gem is a world-class archeological museum hidden at the University of Chicago.

Beloved bar home to musicians of all eras and reputations.

All of Chicago's wood-paved streets are long gone but two alleys remain.

A haunting statue called "Eternal Silence" has quite the reputation among visitors with active imaginations.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

A museum where visitors can learn about greyhounds and (more importantly) pet them.

The oldest purpose-built cinema still in operation also houses a museum of movie memorabilia.

A diverse, expansive nature preserve in northeastern Kansas.

A whimsical monument marks the highest point in Kansas, not that you could tell by the looks of it.

Why settle for barbecue chips when you can get actual barbecue?

Home to Hollywood history and a very special salt crystal.

The United States's largest hand-dug well is topped with a state-of-the-art museum.

A wonderful collection of all things Oz is nestled in the heart of Kansas.

One of the Eight Wonders of Kansas and the first official National Natural Monument these stark formations look like nature's Stonehenge.

An abandoned concrete jungle surrounded by a lush park.

Giant granite rocks standing end-to-end like a train of circus elephants.

The oldest bar in Missouri is hidden within a limestone brewery cellar more than 50 feet underground.

This is not your typical jungle gym.

Erosion and time have created a naturally-formed water park.

This mosaic-covered bar is brimming with curated curios.