Every city and town has a couple places you just have to visit.
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Like the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C.
But because they're so well-known, those places often just turn into crowded tourist traps.
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Sorry, Times Square.
But every town and city comes with its lesser-known gems as well.
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The Mapparium inside the Mary Baker Eddy Library in Boston.
And sites that are hidden in plain sight, but no tourist would ever think to check out.
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Kenkeleba House in NYC, home to a collection of African-American art.
From restaurants to parks to museums, there are tons of places to explore.
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So, what's the best hidden gem your hometown has to offer?
