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Discovery Island

Disney's abandoned animal island is now an overgrown ruin that was almost the coolest attraction ever.

Orlando, Florida

Jack Kerouac House

The humble final home where the famous beat author wrote one of his most famous works a popular pilgrimage site for fans on the road.

Orlando, Florida

Harry P. Leu Gardens

A vast array of tropical plants collected by a vacationing couple.

Orlando, Florida

The Holy Land Experience

A mega theme park-wax museum mélange containing all things biblical.

Orlando, Florida

Tupperware Confidence Center

A museum preserving one company’s history of preserving food.

Orlando, Florida

Global Convergence Sculpture

Remarkably realistic Florida shoal bass "swim" inside this large globoid sculpture.

Orlando, Florida

Randall Knife Museum

Home to a giant switchblade and one of the world's largest collections of pocket knives, this museum is a cut above the rest.

Orlando, Florida

Carmine Oddities Boutique

Human skulls and a stuffed goat made into a rocking chair can be found at this strange little store.

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in Orlando

Dole Whip

This pineapple soft serve has a cult following at Disney theme parks.

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