Traveling the world has never been as easy as it is today. With more air routes available, previously unimaginable destinations connect people and cultures in unprecedented ways.
However, although it seems that the world is available for tourism, Not all traditional attractions remain on the travel menu .
Some places and institutions disappeared in 2024 either by natural disasters , financial challenges or even for changes in travelers’ personal preferences .
See seven places that will be closed to visitors in 2025:
Traditional Las Vegas Hotels
Two iconic casino hotels disappeared from the Las Vegas skyline this year: the Tropicana and the Mirage .
The Mirage, opened in 1989, will be replaced by a new Hard Rock, shaped like a giant guitar. The Tropicana was demolished in October to make way for a stadium for the Oakland Athletics baseball team, which is moving to the city.
Plan B: In 2024, Sphere has transformed the Las Vegas Strip. The giant LED-lit sphere is a futuristic event space that began with a series of U2 concerts. CNN international journalist Brandon Griggs described the place as “being in a giant planetarium, a souped-up IMAX or perhaps virtual reality without the headset”.
Chez Michou, Paris
A famous drag club said goodbye to the Montmartre neighborhood in Paris. THE Chez Michou it closed due to financial difficulties following the death of its owner, Michel “Michou” Catty, in 2020.
Catty was a famous figure in France, and her death was mourned even by President Emmanuel Macron. Chez Michou was the inspiration for the musical *La Cage aux Folles*.
Plan B: Close to the Champs-Élysées, the Crazy Horse remains one of Paris’ hottest venues for burlesque and cabaret shows, hosting stars such as Blackpink’s Lisa and Dita Von Teese.
Rubin Museum of Art, New York
The year 2024 has been a difficult one for the art museum scene in New York. THE Rubin Museuma Chelsea institution with one of the largest collections of Himalayan art, has announced the closure of its physical headquarters, becoming a “museum without walls”.
The farewell took place in October, but some works, such as the famous Tibetan Buddhist Temple Room, will go to the Brooklyn Museum.
Plan B: Go to the Nicholas Roerich Museum, a little gem on the Upper West Side. Roerich, a Russian painter who lived in India, created many works on the Himalayan landscape. Entry is free and the place is rarely crowded.
Fotografiska, New York
Another important art museum that said goodbye to New York was the Fotografiskaa branch of the Stockholm photography museum. The last exhibition at its Park Avenue headquarters was on September 29, although the owners still hope to open a new location in the city.
Plan B: The International Center of Photography on the Lower East Side hosts photo exhibitions, lectures, film screenings and book launches. Additionally, it is close to the Tenement Museum and the Museum of Chinese in America, offering an afternoon full of culture.
Wayfarers Chapel, Rancho Palos Verdes, California
THE Wayfarers Chapel a glass church on the National Historic Register in Southern California, fell victim to climate change .
Designed by Lloyd Wright, son of Frank Lloyd Wright, the structure was at risk due to landslides in the region. Therefore, the decision was to dismantle it and store it until a new location can be found for it.
Plan B: About 40 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes, in the Orange County city of Garden Grove, is Christ Cathedral, famous for its reflective glass design inspired by a four-pointed star.
Private streets in Gion, Kyoto, Japan
In Kyoto, the streets of the historic district of Gion, where geisha still train, have become a tourist attraction, which upset residents. To stem the flow of tourists, Gion’s local council decided to block several side streets and alleys.
Plan B: Tourists interested in geisha culture can learn more about it from local organizations. The Gion Kagai Art Museum, opening in 2024, offers geisha exhibits, daily performances, and photo opportunities with geisha and maiko (their apprentices).
Living Computers: Museum + Labs, Seattle
The Living Computers technology museum, founded by Paul Allen co-founder of Microsoft, closed its doors in 2024.
The place was famous for allowing visitors to touch and interact with items from his personal collection of vintage computers.
After Allen’s death in 2018 and the pandemic, the museum went on pause and never reopened. The objects will be auctioned.
Plan B: A good alternative is the Museum of Pop Culture, also supported by Allen, which offers a mix of cultural exhibits and is home to the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.
“Double Arch” at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
In 2024, the famous “Double Arch” at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area collapsed due to erosion and water level changes.
Plan B: Utah offers many other natural wonders, such as Arches National Park, which now has a timed entry system to avoid overcrowding. Other areas, like Coral Pink Sand Dunes and Goblin Valley, offer incredible views without the crowds.
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