Bigger, Bolder, and Slightly More Dangerous Than Expected Knoxville is home to a lot of quirky gems, but the World’s Largest Rubik’s Cube might just take the prize for most unexpectedly interactive art piece (more on that in a second). Nestled inside the Knoxville Convention Center, this colorful colossus isn’t the only show in town—turns …
Exploring Knoxville from Above: A Unique Perspective In the heart of World’s Fair Park, the Sunsphere in Knoxville stands as one of Tennessee’s most unique landmarks. Built for the 1982 World’s Fair, its golden glass panels gleam in the sunlight, making it a striking presence in the city skyline. For just $5 per person, visitors …
Double the Drama: Why the Grand Ole Opry Guitar Statues Were a Must-Stop The Grand Ole Opry guitar statue isn’t just one landmark — it’s two, and they’re both worth the hype. Nashville gave us a classic red-and-white guitar and a wildly photogenic orange floral design, both towering outside the Opry House like they’re waiting …
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An Oil Industry Icon Standing 75 feet tall, the World’s Largest Driller is one of the most recognizable roadside giants in the U.S. His massive frame, resting confidently against an oil derrick, is a nod to Tulsa’s rich petroleum history. Originally designed as a temporary display, he became a permanent landmark, now welcoming visitors with …
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Sometimes the best road trip discoveries happen when you’re just passing through. Our first pitstop was in Odessa, Texas to visit the World’s Largest Jackrabbit – well, the former largest! This quirky roadside attraction proved to be a perfect quick photo opportunity during our Texas adventure. Finding the World’s Largest Jackrabbit in Odessa Located in …
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When we read that Tulsa, Oklahoma was home to the “Center of the Universe,” we figured — why not? It’s not every day you get to stand in the middle of everything. Or at least in the middle of a concrete circle with a good PR team. Either way, it sounded like the kind of …
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⛽Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum, Sapulpa, Oklahoma The World’s Tallest Gas Pump Supulpa? Confirmed!! We didn’t plan to stop. We were just rolling through Sapulpa when this 66-foot gas pump caught our eye — towering, red, and impossible to ignore. It sits outside the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum like it’s daring you …
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A Towering Tulsa Oddity on Skelly Drive Tulsa, Oklahoma has its fair share of unique landmarks, from the Golden Driller to hidden gems tucked away on quiet streets—but none are quite as unexpected as the World’s Largest Bottle of Hair Tonic. At first glance, this towering 25-foot structure looks more like a bizarre advertisement than …
🥒 A Pickle in a Santa Hat & a Blooming Water Tower in Fort Smith, AR A pickle in a Santa hat and a blooming water tower walk into a bar… Well, not quite—but that’s what it felt like when we pulled into Fort Smith, Arkansas, and laid eyes on one of the most delightfully …
A Must-See Roadside Attraction at Fanning 66 Outpost – 5957 State Hwy ZZ, Cuba, MO On our Route 66 adventure, Zach and I couldn’t resist stopping at one of Missouri’s most charming roadside attractions – the World’s Second Largest Rocking Chair! This magnificent giant red rocker has been welcoming travelers since the 1940s and continues …
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