Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

Orcas on display and in the water.

This glamorous old building is said to have inspired the Tower of Terror.

World's largest collection of serial killer artwork and other macabre exhibits.

This prehistoric sinkhole lured exclusively male mammoths to their death, much to the delight of science.

One of America's first dinosaur parks gives a window into Depression-era paleontology.

The granddaddy of all tourist traps, built on ice water, jackalopes, and a giant dinosaur.

A fitting attraction for the corn capital of the world.

A large circus museum with summer performances.

This unique zoo is the only place in the world where you can see all 15 species of crane.

These crudely shaped folk giants may be the the second most photographed statues in the U.S.

The last location where Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson played before their tragic deaths.

Most comprehensive museum in America devoted to one ethnic group.

A giant pair of thick black glasses mark the tragic demise of a trio of rock and roll legends.

This large midwestern cavern features impressive rock formations and an underground waterfall.

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

Ever wanted to can Spam?

This secret gem of a toy store houses a rideable carousel populated with fantasy animals.

17,400 lbs., 12 feet in diameter, and 29 years in the making.

This bright yellow building is packed with sweet treats from all around the world, from chocolate-covered crickets to whoopie pies.

Admire the art and then buy a raccoon skull cleaned by flesh-eating beetles.

A nerdcentric group and creators of the Nerd Prom.

A butcher shop in Minneapolis has all the meats and cheeses you’d expect from any of its kind—except that all the products are vegan.

Come for the giant taxidermy lion, stay for the knick knacks at this Minneapolis curiosity shop.