In the middle of downtown Brooklyn lies a 165 year old secret hidden right below the surface (closed to the public indefinitely).

The library of every book lover's dreams.

Oldest existing church in New York and the inspiration for Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."

Unique antiquarian shop specializing in globes, maps, and prints.

This cemetery has graves dating back to the 17th century, including the city's oldest carved tombstone and an ominous cryptogram.

A stunning, two-tiered waterfall made famous by poets, artists and the legend of a ghost dog.

The oldest family-run luncheonette in New York, last renovated in 1948, still serves food and drinks the old-fashioned way.

A treasure trove of artifacts, books, and artwork from the "golden age" of exploration.

A terrific purveyor of natural history objects and curios.

A book collector's dream, this Toronto bookstore has the world's first "Biblio-Mat," a random book vending machine.

The mastermind behind this palatial hotel perished on the Titanic weeks before its grand opening.

A collection of human remains, animal body parts, and other macabre curiosities all legally for sale.

One of Canada's most incredible rare book collections holds hundreds of thousands of gorgeous tomes that the general public can touch.

Antiques shop filled with all manner of curious collectibles.

Traditional 15th century Chinese garden in the middle of Vancouver.

This rare example of Vancouver's Victorian past was the home of one of the city's first bookbinders.

It's 2 billion years old!

The only way to visit this old resort hotel is with scuba gear.

One of Mother Nature’s geological gems, home to many prehistoric fossils.

The world's largest dark sky preserve is a Canadian park established to preserve the country's last wood bison.

Montreal's giant farmer's market is a foodie's best friend, especially in the winter months.

This natural sea cave hides a small wonderland of natural turquoise beauty.

Made from local Irish moss, this pie is served only in Prince Edward Island's potato museum.

This underwater cave in Madagascar is home to what is thought to be the country's largest fossil graveyard.