Are you in accordance with this roster?
Is your locality among the eccentric urban areas in America? Perhaps, let’s find out.
Gibsonton
Dubbed as the “home of the freaks,” Gibsonton, Florida, gained its moniker from the retired circus freakshow performers who chose to live there. With a population of around 8,000, the town served as a hub for circus performances, and if you relocate to the vicinity, they could be your new community.
Alma
Alma, Arkansas, is known as Popeye’s Spinach Capital, as it houses the Allen Canning Company, which was once responsible for producing 65% of the world’s spinach. In honor of this achievement, the town features a Popeye statue and a water tower with Popeye’s image. Additionally, every April, Alma hosts the Spinach Festival.
Albuquerque
With its nickname, Albu-quirky, it’s not surprising that this New Mexican city is among the strangest places in America. Rebel Donuts offers unique treats like the Blue Sky donut with coffee and faux-meth, inspired by “Breaking Bad.” Meanwhile, the Hotel Parq Central is a modernly decorated hotel that was once a psychiatric hospital. Surprisingly, it seems there are no takers for this extraordinary experience.
New York
New York City is one of the weirdest cities in America, and you don’t have to visit to know that. It’s famous for its unusual sights and sounds, like the topless women and Naked Cowboys of Times Square, which you may have seen in movies or on TV. This city is full of people unafraid to show some skin.
Thurmond
In a tiny West Virginian town, there are only seven residents, and you read that right. The town is known for a running joke that at least six of the inhabitants have run for office. However, despite the small number of residents, there are many abandoned and run-down locations that contribute to the town’s eerie atmosphere.
New Orleans
New Orleans proudly proclaims to “keep it weird,” making it one of the quirkiest cities in the United States. A blend of French, Cajun, and Voodoo cultures is evident throughout the city, which was voted the most eccentric by Travel and Leisure readers. If you’re in New Orleans, you can try a Voodoo massage, complete with ritualistic chants and the scent of absinthe infused throughout the massage.
Slab City
Slab City, California, is famous for its absence of running water, an unusual characteristic for any town. Most of the residents live off the grid, leading a simple and frugal lifestyle. Despite this, many people visit the town and even settle there. Interestingly, the town has its own president, and its nightclubs are all open-air, making it a unique and fascinating place to visit.
Are you interested in exploring hotel rooms that were once a psychiatric hospital but have now been renovated with modern decor? If so, you may want to check out more of the most unusual cities in the United States.