Adventure Vacations

7 Dr. Seuss Landscapes You Can Visit in Real Life

Last updated 24th July 2022

Fans of the beloved picture book author Dr. Seuss will love visiting these surreal and wonky landscapes.

 

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Cappadocia, Turkey

Magical sights await when you soar high above the ground through Turkey’s own fairytale kingdom in a hot-air balloon. Take in striking 360-degree views of the unique “fairy chimney” rock formations.

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Socotra Island, Yemen

Here, you’ll find an otherworldly location that’s home to over 750 unique plants including these strange Socotra dragon trees. Travelers can discover nature in its purest form.

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Arches National Park, Utah

The dynamic scenery of bizarre red-rock formations at this national park creates a geological wonderland that makes it easy to imagine life on Mars.

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Fly Geyser, Nevada

Vibrant, contrasting hues and textures at this unusual geyser create an awe-inspiring view as water spouts up to five feet in the air.

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Rainbow Mountain, Peru

These dramatically colorful mountains make for a singular landscape seemingly drawn in rainbow watercolor hues.

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Casa Battlo, Spain

Though not a traditional landscape, the architecture of Antoni Gaudí found in Barcelona will remind visitors of the imaginative houses found on the pages of their favorite childhood books.

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Joshua Tree National Park, California

Take the family for a hike in this desert landscape and you’ll encounter the strange trees that give the park its name.

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By Victoria Nazarov