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Museums, Memorials, and Historical Sites Around the Globe
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1. Schloss Neuschwanstein
87645 Schwangau
Germany
+49 8362 81110
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Museums
This was THE highlight of my Germany trip. The castle is the model used by Disney for all of it's castles - no, really! It was ordered to be constructed by Ludwig II of Bavaria, and while it was never fully completed, it has several complete rooms…More »
2. Cincinnati Art Museum
Not only is this an extensive museum with a wide range of both ancient and modern art, but it's free. That's right. F-R-E-E. Juts walk in the door and keep on going through hall after hall of art.
It's a very unassuming place from the outside. You…More »
3. Smith Museum of Stained Glass
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 595-7437
Category:
Museums
Neighbourhoods: Near North Side, River East
I LOVED this. Gorgeous stained glass that, in many cases, was well over a century old. Seeing these beautiful pieces that once stood in doorways and grand staircases for decades made me itch to learn their stories. What did they see in the city? How…More »
4. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
An EXCELLENT museum. It's extremely informative and doesn't bypass any faults from any country, including the United States. Did you know that we sent boats full of Jewish refugees back to Europe because we didn't want to take on more people?…More »
5. KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau
It's quite an experience to walk around the grounds and buildings of the camp knowing that less than a hundred years ago, people were crammed into the place, put to work with little to no food, and where death is the only seemingly possible escape.…More »
6. Oklahoma City National Memorial
I wasn't yet old enough to comprehend terrorism or bombs (yet old enough to wish for world peace every year), but even I was well aware of the events that took place in Oklahoma City. Being a formal federal building, the memorial is on the far side…More »
7. The Atlanta History Center
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 814-4000
Categories:
Museums,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhood: West Paces Ferry / Northside
Fantastic, fantastic center. Tucked away in busy Buckhead, once you're on the property you'll find yourself glad to be away from the bustle of the city and towering skyscrapers. It's a wonderful museum that takes you through Atlanta's past regardless…More »
8. Wren's Nest House Museum
Atlanta, GA 30310
(404) 753-7735
Category:
Museums
Neighbourhood: West End
I cannot believe I forgot about this place. I spent every summer here as a child, going on field trip after field trip and never getting enough of the stories and history. It's engaging for children and there's plenty for adults to learn as well.…More »
9. St Audoen's Church
As tourists poured into the campy trap that was Christ Church Cathedral just up the street, my boyfriend and I thought we'd take a look at this place instead. It seemed simple and far older than any church I'd seen walking around, and the gentleman…More »
10. Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, VA 22211
(877) 907-8585
Such an incredible place. Close friends have mine have a grandparent buried here, so there was already a sense of connection for me (I'm like an adopted sister to them), but it was amazing to see how quiet and peaceful it was. The Tomb of the Unknown…More »
11. Westminster Abbey
London SW1P 3PA
UK
+44 20 7222 5152
Categories:
Churches,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhood: Westminster
One of the highlights of my trip was to Westminster Abbey. Being able to see it's size and stature in person is something you can't accurately describe without being there, much less trying to explain all of the history on the interior of the place!
…More »
12. Frick Collection
I had no idea this was even here, but my art-loving grandparents - and former New Yorkers - told me I had to find this place. As an art major, it felt like my pilgrimage and a must do lest I disappoint the family.
The outside alone was large and…More »
13. Museum of Modern Art
I love visiting this museum! It's funky, it's new, it's unique. They get in some fun traveling exhibits as well as providing patrons with some famous pieces owned by the MOMA. Starry Night is the highlight here for me, though it seems to be released…More »
14. Center For Puppetry Arts
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 873-3391
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Museums
Neighbourhood: Midtown
Oh nostalgia hit me the moment I stepped foot into this place again. Bright colors, furry creatures, a true Henson workshop. It's not only the perfect spot to bring your kids to, but it's great for adults as well. In fact, they perform adult and…More »
15. Marine Corps War Memorial
After walking all through Arlington, my mom and I thought we'd see this monument as well since we were in the area. It looks so small from far away, but it's actually VERY large! It's not too far of a hike, but if you've already walked through much…More »
16. Gold Museum
It's not a very large museum, but it's packed with more history than most places in Atlanta. Sure it's a drive up to Dahlonega, but well worth it if you plan to spend a little time in a quaint Georgia town while also getting your learn on. And learn…More »
17. Booth Western Art Museum
Like the other reviews, I thought my grandparents were bonkers asking me to go to this museum with them. Westerns? Me? All I know about Clint Eastwood is what I learned from watching the Bird Cage, and trust me, that ain't much.
I piled in the car…More »
18. Old Jail Museum
History? Check. Volunteer full of information at the door? Check. Haunted? ... Check...
My friends thought it would be nice to give us a sliver of history in the area so we headed over to the old jail. The volunteer inside gave my boyfriend and I the…More »
19. Dialog in the Dark
Atlanta, GA 31136
(866) 866-8265
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Museums
Neighbourhood: Atlantic Station
Highly recommended that you go and experience this. It's more than just your average learning experience where you look at pictures and read. No, this is an actual physical experience, something tangible to really show those of us with the gift of…More »
20. Stonehenge
Personally, this was THE highlight of my trip to England. Seeing this place with my own eyes and experiencing the foggy mist filtering out the sunlight over the stones was a beautiful sight. It's not just a historical place, it's very spiritual. At…More »
21. Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War Museum
Every summer, when school was out and the air was getting to be muggy and hot, my daycare would load up the vans with us kids and take us to the Cyclorama. It was a fun day out in Grant Park, a chance for us to run around freely without the…More »
22. Herndon Home
I was very impressed with this tour, though I'm sad to say that the home keeps getting caught up in bitter battles with the city over the land. Once again, Atlanta keeps trying to tear down the history and hide under a growing number of condos... So…More »
23. Dom St. Peter
I know what many people think about Europe: You've seen one church and you've seen them all. Yet by skipping this one, you're missing out on quite a bit more. Religious or not, the history behind this cathedral is astounding. Is that really a piece…More »
24. Musée Mécanique
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 346-2000
I had given up on finding this place... the sports bar arcade on Pier 39 does a great job of touting itself as "The Arcade" of Fisherman's Wharf. Lies! Once I stumbled through the stench of crab, I wasstaring at old school geekery at it's finest…More »
25. Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury CT1 2HA
UK
+44 1227 865300
Categories:
Churches,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
One of the most beautiful cathedrals I've had the chance to take in on my travels to Europe. The outside is very delicate and well done, with an impressive interior to match. The stained glass inside was one of the highlights for me, and I have quite…More »
26. Tower Of London
London EC3N 4AB
UK
+44 844 482 7777
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Museums
Neighbourhoods: Aldgate, Tower Hill
It was my first time overseas, and there I was on a park bench in the courtyard of the Tower of London, waiting for the class to catch up. Suddenly, a giant black crow bigger than a mid-sized dog came up behind me and ran me off the bench. For most…More »
27. St Patrick's Cathedral
I came here on a whim mostly, and also because I felt like it was a must-see in Dublin. Having walked all over, it felt only right to stop by this cathedral, and I must say - it's impressive. The interior space is massive, but my favorite part are…More »
28. Porta Nigra
54292 Trier
Germany
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Local Flavour,
Museums
The Porta Nigra, or Black Gate, is a large wall leftover from ancient Rome that sits in the middle of Trier. It's black with air pollution, which my friends told me was part of it's current charm. I thought it was a little weird - who likes…More »
29. Page Museum
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 934-7243
Categories:
Museums,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
Between the jokes on Futurama and wondering what the heck LA used to look like millions of years ago, my boyfriend and I decided to hunt down the tar pits. A little off the beaten path, but well worth the excursion - it's easily hands down one of the…More »
30. National Gallery of Art
Tons and tons of famous works of art are held within these halls. I tried to cram in as much as I could under a strict schedule, and I was happen to see the Titians and Tinterettos and Cubist works that I'd been studying in school sitting out before…More »
31. Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 684-1414
Let's start off with the bad:
I walk up to the cashier with my boyfriend and our friend is called over to the cashier next to us. For whatever reason, our cashier thought our friend was our son. Keep in mind that I'm white as white can be with a 6'3"…More »
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I thought IMAX was it. You've got the 2-3 story tall screen and it's huge and everyone says "ooo"… Read more »
32. Fernbank Museum of Natural History
I've been coming here since it's creation and have many fond memories of volunteering and visiting this place. Though I've long since given up the children's play treehouse for martinis and an IMAX show, I still love coming here for the history, the…More »
33. Fernbank Science Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(678) 874-7102
Categories:
Elementary Schools,
Middle Schools & High Schools
Neighbourhood: Buckhead
This is Fernbank's counterpart and includes the planetarium, which offers excellent viewing of the night sky on select nights. I was fortunate enough to see the early collision of asteroids on Jupiter from here and it was a great experience! The…More »
34. World of Coca Cola
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 676-5151
Categories:
Amusement Parks,
Museums
Neighbourhood: Downtown
As a native, I know that my one visit every few years will be it. And let's face it: the main reason to visit is the tasting room. No need to gloss over the truth, right?
The museum is, for tourists, a great way to learn about a staple of the Southern…More »
35. Buckingham Palace
UK
+44 20 7766 7300
Categories:
Local Flavour,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhoods: Mayfair, Buckingham Palace
Is it worth coming here to say you saw the palace? Sure. Is it worth fighting crowds of sweaty people to watch - or attempt to watch - the changing of the guard here? Perhaps. Don't expect much here though, folks. It's big frickin' palace (hence the…More »
36. Niagara Falls
It may be touristy, but it's one of those landmarks you simply have to see at some point in your life.
My friends don't lie - the view really is better from Canada. Sure, you're right up on the falls on the American side, but you're not able to really…More »
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