25 Quirky Roadside Attractions in the U.S.

Buckle up, road trippers! It’s time to explore some of America’s weirdest and most wonderful roadside attractions. From giant balls of twine to houses defying gravity, these offbeat stops are sure to make your next road trip unforgettable.

World’s Largest Ball of Twine – Cawker City, Kansas

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This ever-growing ball of sisal twine weighs over 20,000 pounds. Visitors can even add to it during the annual “Twine-a-thon.”

Cadillac Ranch – Amarillo, Texas

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Ten Cadillacs nose-diving into the desert, covered in ever-changing graffiti. Bring your own spray paint and leave your mark!

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Corn Palace – Mitchell, South Dakota

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A palace decorated with murals made entirely of corn and other grains. The designs change annually, making it a new experience each year.

Foamhenge – Natural Bridge, Virginia

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A full-size replica of Stonehenge made entirely of styrofoam. It’s exactly like the real thing, except… not at all.

Lucy the Elephant – Margate City, New Jersey

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A six-story elephant-shaped building you can actually go inside. She’s been trumpeting her presence since 1881.

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The Thing – Dragoon, Arizona

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What is The Thing? You’ll have to stop at this mysterious roadside attraction to find out. The build-up of billboards along I-10 makes it hard to resist.

Carhenge – Alliance, Nebraska

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Stonehenge recreated with vintage American cars. It’s the perfect blend of ancient mysticism and classic Detroit steel.

World’s Largest Pistachio – Alamogordo, New Mexico

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A 30-foot tall nut paying homage to the local pistachio industry. Nutty? Perhaps, but it makes for a great photo op.

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Banana Museum – Mecca, California

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Home to the world’s largest collection of banana-related items. It’s a-peeling to say the least!

Barefoot Mailman Statue – Hillsboro Beach, Florida

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A tribute to the 19th-century mail carriers who walked barefoot along the beach. Neither snow, nor rain, nor sand between their toes stayed these couriers.

Leaning Tower of Niles – Niles, Illinois

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A half-size replica of the famous Italian landmark. It leans just like the original, but with a lot less history and a lot more kitsch.

Enchanted Highway – Regent, North Dakota

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A 32-mile stretch of road featuring massive scrap metal sculptures. It’s like a free, drive-through art gallery.

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Hole N” The Rock – Moab, Utah

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A 5,000-square-foot home carved into a rock face. It’s the ultimate in cave-dwelling luxury.

Bubblegum Alley – San Luis Obispo, California

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An alley covered in used bubblegum. It’s disgustingly fascinating and a sticky situation you’ll want to see.

World’s Largest Chest of Drawers – High Point, North Carolina

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A 38-foot tall dresser, complete with socks hanging out of a drawer. It’s a tribute to the city’s furniture-making heritage.

Fremont Troll – Seattle, Washington

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An 18-foot tall troll sculpture lurking under a bridge, clutching a real Volkswagen Beetle. He’s been trolling since 1990.

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Cabazon Dinosaurs – Cabazon, California

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Massive dinosaur sculptures visible from I-10. You can even climb inside the T-Rex’s head for a prehistoric view.

World’s Largest Rubber Duck – Various Locations

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This 61-foot-tall inflatable duck travels to different harbors across America. It’s the ultimate game of duck, duck, goose.

Prada Marfa – Valentine, Texas

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A fake Prada store in the middle of the desert. It’s an art installation that’s both a critique and celebration of consumerism.

Dog Bark Park Inn – Cottonwood, Idaho

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A bed and breakfast inside a giant beagle. It’s the ultimate stay for dog lovers and a truly one-of-a-kind experience!

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Coral Castle – Homestead, Florida

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A castle made of coral rock, built by one man as a monument to lost love. It’s Florida’s very own Taj Mahal, just….made with coral rock.

Carhenge – Alliance, Nebraska

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Not to be confused with the English Stonehenge, this monument is made entirely of vintage American automobiles.

Winchester Mystery House – San Jose, California

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A mansion with stairs leading to nowhere and doors opening to walls. It’s a house that’s as confused as its builder was paranoid.

Dinosaur Kingdom II – Natural Bridge, Virginia

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A park where dinosaurs battle Civil War soldiers. It’s the historical mash-up you never knew you needed.

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Unclaimed Baggage Center – Scottsboro, Alabama

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A store selling items from lost luggage. One person’s lost socks are another person’s treasure.

Quirky, But Wonderful & Weird

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From coast to coast, these quirky attractions prove that sometimes the journey really is the destination. So, the next time you’re on a road trip, take the scenic route and stop by one of these wonderfully weird spots.

After all, who needs normal when you can have a giant ball of twine or a house made of coral? Happy travels, and don’t forget to snap plenty of pictures – your friends might not believe you otherwise!

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