Pop Culture Places

Our Pop Culture Criteria is based upon factors such as amount of visitors, depiction in other Pop Culture genres, longevity and overall impression on our society.

The Las Vegas Strip
Las Vegas Boulevard, Paradise & Las Vegas Nevada
Las Vegas is known as “The Entertainment Capital of the World” and for some very good reasons! Throughout the years, Las Vegas have had some of the top pop culture icons in the entire world, such as Elvis Presley, Britney Spears, and Cher, perform on its dazzling stages. Las Vegas is a major resort city, predominantly recognized for its incredible shopping malls, gambling, delicious restaurants, and nightlife, making it a prime location that will leave a lasting impact on anyone who decides to visit!

Disney World
Orlando, Florida
Recognized as being “The Happiest Place on Earth”, it’s no wonder that Disney World, located in Orlando, Florida, is one of the top places in the entire world for families to enjoy pop culture icons. From thrilling rides to delicious treats that resemble your favorite Disney movie characters, such as Mickey Mouse himself, Disney World offers a realm of wonder and excitement for people of every age and background!

Times Square
New York, New York
Times Square is a neighborhood within Manhattan, New York that just screams pop culture at every corner. With electronic billboards covering every square inch of this magnificent metropolis, Times Square has become a top tourist attraction that is widely recognized by individuals from all around the world. This is the area where millions of people flock, yearly, to watch the ball drop, ultimately commencing the start of the new year!

The Mall of America
Bloomington, Minnesota
With over 520 different shopping stores available for visitors to enjoy, The Mall of America is a revolutionized shopping experience unlike any other. The Mall of America, which is located in Bloomington, Minnesota, has a variety of restaurants, clothing stores, and even an indoor theme park, located right inside of it! This mall is a pop culture statement for America as a country and is a must see for individuals who have never been before.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hollywood, California
If you’re looking for an attraction that has all of the most iconic movie stars and singers in the world laid out right in front of you, The Hollywood Walk of Fame is the place for you! This iconic walkway allows for visitors to check out their favorite superstars, while also enjoying a nice walk along a pathway of sparkling Hollywood trailblazers.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace & The Freedom Trail
Boston, Massachusetts
One of the most historical locations on our list is the Faneuil Hall Marketplace & The Freedom Trail located in Boston. This historic location is a great place for visitors to a location where meetings that discussed events, such as the Stamp Act, the Boston Massacre, and the Boston Tea Party riots were held.

Broadway
New York, New York
Broadway is the heart of the American theater industry and has been home to extremely successful theater productions. Tourists from all around the world travel to New York City, just to catch a glimpse of the dazzling lights and spectacular theatrical performances that Broadway has to offer to them. This iconic area within Manhattan has made New York City the cultural capital of the entire nation.

The Statue of Liberty
New York, New York
This iconic statue is the first sign of freedom that immigrants have the pleasure of seeing as they cross into the nation that will allow them to achieve each and every one of their dreams. This incredibly recognizable and internationally symbolic statue is a pop culture icon and individuals from all around the world easily think of the United States of America when viewing this iconic masterpiece of steel and metal.

The Lincoln Memorial
Washington, District of Columbia
The Lincoln Memorial is a historical pop culture monument that has symbolized so many different elements of freedom and preservation for American citizens from all around the nation. This iconic monument is where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I have a dream” speech in 1963 and has since been a symbol of freedom and hope for the American people.

Mount Rushmore
Keystone, South Dakota
Presenting a mixture of founding fathers and prestigious presidents on the side of a rocky mountain is a pretty amazing way to present America’s leaders to visitors from around the world. Mount Rushmore is a pop culture icon that has truly made its mark on America’s history. These gigantic carvings are a must-see for anyone who is wanting to get a fully American experience while visiting the states.

Augusta National Golf Club
Augusta, Georgia
Golf connoisseurs from around the world can easily recognize that Augusta National Golf Club is one the most well-known golf clubs in the entire world. This golf course is home to The Masters golf tournament and draws in a multitude of viewers on a yearly basis, giving this one golf course an immense amount of attention.

The White House
Washington, District of Colombia
The White House is recognized as the premises, in which America’s President resides for the duration of his presidency term. This house is an American pop culture staple, due to its high importance for housing one of the most prominent people in the entire nation. The White House is a beautifully constructed mansion that exuberates class and elegance.

Niagara Falls
New York, USA & Ontario, Canada
One of the most gorgeous and natural waterfalls in the entire world is Niagara Falls. Drawing in an astounding 12 million tourists per year, Niagara Falls is known to be one of the most popular tourist spots in all of America. These incredibly beautiful falls draw in water from four of the five Great Lakes and show visitors a grand view of the Canadian American border.

Cape Canaveral
Merritt Island, Florida

The Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco, California

The Alamo
San Antonio, Texas

The Grand Canyon
Arizona

The Smithsonian Institution
*Washington D.C., *Other locations include New York City, and Chantilly Virginia

The French Quarter
New Orleans, Louisiana

Alcatraz
Alcatraz Island, San Francisco Bay, California

The Rock. Once thought to be “unescapable” this prison was

The Gateway Arch
St. Louis, Missouri

The Rock. Once thought to be “unescapable” this prison was

The Grand Ole Opry
Nashville, Tennessee

Area 51
Rachel, Nevada