Despite monuments in other locations, this spot in a South Dakota field is recognized by the U.S. National Geodetic Survey as the center of the 50 states.

Borne from segregation and exclusion, Durham’s Black Wall Street is now a living reminder of the city’s past

Mobsters came for a soak in the hot springs, and stayed for the illegal gambling and bootlegging.

Experience life in one of America’s smallest neighborhoods.

A mysterious suspended hand greets unsuspecting visitors at the Tower of London.

A multi-story, retro videogame time capsule in the Netherlands.

Marie Antoinette and Napoleon Bonaparte were fans of this 200-year-old French chocolatier.

A store that specializes in realistic replicas of pop culture weaponry.

Since 1969, this restaurant has served up dishes typical of Istanbul's Greek diaspora.

Tear apart fatty, gently charred lamb chops with your bare hands.

This American Civil War-era fort still stands near the border between Washington, D.C. and Maryland.

Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.

A 25,000-square-foot display with dozens of model trains in intricate miniature worlds.

The world's largest collection of historic U.S. military naval vessels.

At this Nashville restaurant, cheese and charcuterie arrive via conveyor belt.

One of the three perfect vellum copies of this historic book known to exist is on display in a specially-designed case.

Model trains whizz around an extensive room-sized diorama of Kyoto City.

An outdoor display of military missiles developed at Point Mugu Naval Base.

The last gas-lit cinema in the United Kingdom, and perhaps the world.

Press 1 for knock-knock jokes.

A former Army airfield is home to one of the largest aviation museums in America.

An unexpected must-see for fans of Star Wars who find themselves on the beautiful island of Sint Maarten.

The train collection of an eccentric New England seafood mogul is now a National Historical Site.

Open since 1690, this former teahouse makes “strength mochi” based on the centuries-old recipe.