The oldest continuously operating mint in the world that has been making coins since the 9th-century.

This Parisian gem is one of the most incredible ethnographic museums in the world.

The very center of Paris is surrounded by a bevy of strange good luck rituals.

Continuing the tradition of the dime museum in style.

This unique structure in suburban Austin is made up entirely of other people's castaways, and constantly changing.

One part antique store, one part curiosities hodge-podge.

This bar named after the world's first mixed cocktail was home to one of New Orleans' most notorious politicians.

The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.

According to one local tradition, the entrance to the Voodoo underworld can be found in New Orleans through seven gates scattered throughout the city's French Quarter.

The curiosities and wonders of pharmacy in a delightful historic building.

A museum and shop on Bourbon Street located in the former home of the second Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

A former taxidermist has turned his old shop into a folk art mecca.

The first and only carousel with a lineup entirely of insects.

The former hotel where Tesla invented the radio.

Lady Liberty's first beacon of enlightenment is now displayed in a museum near the statue.

Visit the monolithic tomb of America's most famous general.

Prove you deserve to be fed by Kenny Shopsin.

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

Tucked in the back of this amazing antique store is an important piece of medical history.

A 100-year-old purveyor of curiosities, curios, and kitsch featuring mummies, shrunken heads, and a Fiji Mermaid.

A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.

North Central Florida's largest flea market and a weekend roadtripper's dream.

A tribute to Ponce de Leon's supposed quest for eternal youth.