The George Peabody Library is one of those hidden gems that leaves you in awe the moment you step inside. Housed in a breathtaking 19th-century building, it's a place where you can lose yourself among rows of books and beautiful architecture. Located at Johns Hopkins University, the library is open to the public, and visitors can wander through its five-tiered atrium, marveling at the iron railings and towering shelves packed with rare volumes. Whether you're a book lover or just looking for an Instagram-worthy spot, it’s definitely worth a stop.

Crowning Girona’s skyline, the Cathedral of Santa Maria commands attention from the top of a majestic 86-step staircase. Its soaring Baroque façade, added in the 17th century, belies a far older history: foundations date to the 5th century, with a Romanesque church and 12th-century cloister still preserved within. The cathedral’s most notable feature is the 23-metre-wide Gothic nave (widest in the world!) completed in the 14th century and illuminated by vast stained-glass windows. Inside, the Museum of the Cathedral safeguards extraordinary treasures, including the 11th-century Tapestry of Creation, a vivid Romanesque depiction of divine order, and a gem-studded 14th-century silver altarpiece. The cloister captivates with carved capitals portraying biblical tales and mythical beasts. For context, use the included audio guide to unravel layers of history, from Roman forums to medieval masterpieces.

At the Museum of Cultural History, visitors will find a vast collection of artefacts that span Norwegian history, tracing back from the Ice Age to the era of Christianity. With a particular emphasis on the Viking period and the Middle Ages, it comprehensively explores these significant chapters. On the upper floors, visitors can immerse themselves in an ethnographic museum that showcases rotating exhibitions, offering a glimpse into diverse cultures and traditions.