Part of our Weird Amazing guide.
Explore unusual foods, bars, and local stories through 4 TouristSecrets guides, practical answers, comparisons, and trip-planning ideas gathered in one collection.
Related travel guides: 32 Must Visit Places In Great Falls, Unusual Attractions and Roadside Stops, 6 Must-Visit Historic Sites In Great Falls, Montana, and Great Falls Travel Guide.
Congratulations, You Have Discovered A Dive Bar
You have found a dimly lit room with cheap drinks and no-frills character. This is not a trendy cocktail lounge; it is an unpretentious watering hole. The bar is part of the story behind the New York Knicks' early days, though you come for the atmosphere and the stiff pour, not the sports trivia. The only documented location in our coverage is Montana's Secret Mermaid Bar in Great Falls, a spot that fits the dive-bar mold perfectly: low lights, strong drinks, and zero pretension.
And You Think You're All Outdoorsy With Your Granola Bars
If you pack granola bars for a hike, you have already embraced the outdoorsy lifestyle. But being outdoorsy means more than carrying trail snacks: it means a deep connection to nature through hiking, climbing, and camping. The weird and amazing twist here is that a picnic can be the centerpiece of an adventure. Instead of a bland granola bar, consider a full spread at a scenic overlook—local cheese, fresh bread, and a thermos of soup. Treat the meal as part of the experience, not just fuel. Our coverage highlights spots where the food matches the view, from mountain summits to hidden forest clearings.
Israelis Want To Preserve It. Palestinians Want To Eat It. This Flower Is The Latest Subject Of Dispute In The Middle East
In the Middle East, a flower has become a symbol of conflict. Israelis seek to preserve the plant, while Palestinians consider it a delicacy. The dispute reflects deeper struggles over land, heritage, and cultural identity. The flower is not named in our coverage, but the tension is real: conservationists on one side, foragers on the other. This is one of the mysterious mystical locations in Weird Amazing, where a simple blossom carries political weight. The flower grows in areas claimed by both communities, and its harvest has led to confrontations. For now, the plant remains protected in some zones and collected in others, with no resolution in sight.
