15 Weird (But Wonderful) Attractions Worth Planning A Road Trip For

All around the world, there are roadside attractions that lure travelers in weird and wonderful ways. Some are centered around elaborate and beautiful works of art, while others exist just to entertain in random and fun ways. But all of them make road trips even more enjoyable.

Therefore, those who are dreaming of a vacation and/or who like planning getaways around neat stops should keep the 15 attractions below in mind. Museums, castles, animatronics, collections… There is so much goodness out there, including these interesting tourist destinations, which many will surely be adding to their bucket lists after learning about them here today!

They can be found in various states. They appeal to various guests. And they are all weird and wonderful in their own special ways.

15 A Museum Full Of Hair

Leila's Hair Museum is located in Independence, Missouri, and it is what it sounds like: a place full of actual hair! There are pieces of art and jewelry made out of locks from long ago, including a brooch from the year 1680. There are also pieces from famous people, such as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, George Washington, and Queen Victoria.

14 A House Made Out Of Garbage

A man who was a local garbage collector (Arthur Harold Beal, who passed away in 1992) used the cans, shells, car parts, old appliances and other pieces of trash he found to create Nitt Witt Ridge: a house that sits on two and a half acres in Cambria, California.

13 A Town That Considers Itself The Troll Capital Of The World

If anyone finds themselves in or around Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, they should get ready to see some trolls. Yes, this place considers itself to be the troll capital of the world, and there are various statues and structures depicting these creatures that can be found around town.

12 A Dino Haven

Up next is Wells Dinosaur Haven, which should appeal to many, since dinos are popular prehistoric creatures. Located in Uncasville, Connecticut, it is a backyard that is full of handmade, life-size dinosaur sculptures, and the artist responsible for this attraction lives and works on the premises!

11 A Land Themed Around Mr. Paul Bunyan

Paul Bunyan Land is an amusement park, which can be found in Brainerd, Minnesota. While there are rides and such in this land, the main attraction is a 26-foot-tall animatronic statue of Paul Bunyan himself, which welcomes children by name as they enter the park.

10 This, Well, Hole In This Rock

In Moab, Utah, people can find Hole N' The Rock, a 5,000-square-foot home carved out of a rock. There is also an exotic zoo, an art collection, locally made Native American gifts, a general store with ice cream and souvenirs to enjoy, as well.

9 A Three-Story Castle Built Over 60 Years By One Man

Another roadside attraction that could be a stop along the way would be Bishop Castle.

It is in Rye, Colorado. It was built and named after a man named Jim Bishop. And it is super elaborate, with details such as arched windows and towers (including one that is over 160 feet tall).

8 An Abandoned Igloo

Some find abandoned buildings to be creepy, while others think they are cool. One such building is the Igloo City in Cantwell, Alaska; it was built in the 1970s, but it was never finished. So, now, this four-story concrete structure sits, just waiting for visitors.

7 An Open-Air Museum In The Middle Of The Desert

The Goldwell Open Air Museum is a sculpture park in the middle of the desert (technically in Beatty, Nevada, near the ghost town of Rhyolite).

Some of the art includes The Last Supper, with ghost-like forms, Desert Flower, which is made out of chrome car parts, and Lady Desert: The Venus of Nevada, a cinder block piece that is made to look pixelated.

6 A Self-Proclaimed Tourist Trap

Da Yoopers Tourist Trap, in Ishpeming, Michigan, is made up of a rock shop, a unique gift store and a collection of things that can't be found anywhere else; for instance, in this one-of-a-kind spot, guests can see the largest working chainsaw and the largest working rifle on the planet!

5 The World's Smallest Park

There are so many parks in the world, and there are quite a few in Portland, Oregon… including the smallest one on the globe. Yes, Mill Ends Park is this tiny little spot, which people may want to add to their to-do lists.

4 A Ranch Of Cadillacs

In Amarillo, Texas, those who are on road trips may see some cars sticking up out of the ground, and that would be Cadillac Ranch.

As the same suggests, it is made up of old vehicles, which are now covered in graffiti, so be sure to add some art!

3 A One-Of-A-Kind Rest Area

Similarly, in Nebraska, there is a roadside attraction called Carhenge, and near it is a very unusual rest stop area. Found in Alliance, Nebraska, it is constructed out of hay bales, a recliner, a sign for wi-fi and a toilet.

2 A Collection Of Small Versions Of Large Things

There are collections of large things. There are collections of small things. There are collections that have a mix of big and tiny. And then there is The World's Largest Collection Of The World's Smallest Versions Of The World's Largest Things! And this original spot can be found in Lucas, Kansas.

1 A Trail Filled With Doll Heads

Last but not least, there is a walking/hiking trail in Atlanta, Georgia. Along it, people will find unique objects and upcycled works of art. Oh, and there are also a lot of doll heads in the area, which is a bit creepy but also very cool!

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