1. First of all, who needs a tropical beach when you've got lakes so great that you can dive for wrecks in 'em, right in your backyard?
2. If surfing's more your speed, Michigan has breaks that rival the West Coast's gnarliest hotspots.
3. Up for a mystery? Nebraska has ya covered!
4. Kansas City, Missouri is filled with world-famous art...
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is filled with pieces that would make Rome jealous. It even has its very own "Thinker"!
5. ...and Iowa has the Eighth Wonder of the World.
The Grotto of the Redemption was created by Father Paul Matthias Dobberstein. It's the largest man-made grotto in the world, built from countless baubles, jewels, and precious stones.
6. Feel like going Dutch? Hop over to Holland (Michigan, that is).
There's a huge Dutch population in The Great Lake State. Head on over to admire windmills, clogs, and other local flair.