Reiman Gardens Ames Iowa: Complete Visitor Guide & Review

 A Hidden Gem Worth Discovering Nestled in the heart of Iowa State University’s campus, Reiman Gardens Ames Iowa offers an unexpected botanical paradise that delights visitors year-round. Located at 1407 University Blvd in Ames, Iowa, this stunning destination combines natural beauty with unique attractions, making it a perfect stop for travelers exploring the Midwest. What …

World's Largest frying pan displayed beneath a covered pavilion, with a brick platform and informational plaque in front.

World’s Largest Frying Pan

This Frying Pan Doesn’t Fit on the Stove We were expecting just a quick photo-op with the World’s Largest Frying Pan when we pulled into Rose Hill, North Carolina—and maybe a chuckle. But wow. This skillet is legit. Hidden behind a modest fence and nestled under a covered shelter, this massive frying pan could probably …

The World's Largest Chest of Drawers towering over the street in High Point, North Carolina, with a pair of colorful socks hanging from an open drawer—a playful nod to the city's furniture industry.

The World’s Largest Chest of Drawers in High Point, NC

The World’s Largest Chest of Drawers High Point – Because Why Not? When we rolled into High Point, North Carolina, we knew we had to see this thing. I mean, come on – the World’s Largest Chest of Drawers? That’s exactly our kind of weird roadside attraction! High Point calls itself the Furniture Capital of …

The World's Largest Duncan Phyfe Chair in Thomasville, NC—a towering replica standing atop a stone pedestal with engraved details, surrounded by trees and buildings

World’s Largest Duncan Phyfe Chair – Thomasville’s Landmark

The Big Chair – Thomasville’s Oversized Icon Thomasville, North Carolina, proudly calls itself Chair City, and honestly? The World’s Largest Duncan Phyfe Chair makes that nickname totally legit. This 30-foot giant isn’t just sitting around looking pretty (well, it is doing that too) – it’s a genuine tribute to the town’s furniture-making roots. Trust me, …

A person stands in front of the World's Largest Basketball sculpture in Knoxville, Tennessee, raising their arms to mimic the hoop structure above. The oversized fiberglass basketball is integrated into the building's architecture, appearing as if it is going through a metal hoop. Trees and a cityscape with buildings are visible in the background.

World’s Largest Basketball – Knoxville’s Giant Landmark

A Slam Dunk of a Roadside Attraction in Knoxville, TN 📍 Location: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, Knoxville, Tennessee Knoxville is home to a truly massive basketball,The World’s Largest Basketball (to be exact) and no, we’re not exaggerating. Suspended atop the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, this fiberglass giant looms over the city like a …

World’s Largest Jackrabbit in Odessa, Texas: A Quick Roadside Stop

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 …

Wide shot of the world's largest praying hands sculpture at Oral Roberts University, with bronze hands clasped in prayer atop a grassy lawn. A person stands at the base for scale. Trees and a clear blue sky frame the outdoor setting. “ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY” is inscribed on the pedestal.

The World’s Largest Praying Hands in Tulsa, Oklahoma

👐 Tulsa’s Towering Bronze Landmark One of the stranger stops I built into a Mystery GPS Tour. Zach didn’t know what was coming. This was a stop on one of our Mystery GPS Tours—the kind I love creating from scratch, pin by pin, with no labels or explanations. Zach takes the wheel while I load …

World’s Second Largest Rocking Chair – Route 66 Red Rocker

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 …

World’s Largest Chess Piece | 20-Foot Landmark in St. Louis

World’s Largest Chess Piece in St Louis: A Roadside Marvel The World’s Largest Chess Piece stands proudly at the World Chess Hall of Fame 📍 4652 Maryland Avenue, St Louis, MO Why Visit the World’s Largest Chess Piece? Standing outside the World Chess Hall of Fame in St Louis, this massive chess piece is impossible …