13 Tourist Traps: Destinations Most Travelers Secretly Regret Visiting

11. Mount Rushmore, South Dakota, USA: Smaller Than You Think

Expectation: Gigantic, awe-inspiring presidential faces carved into a majestic mountain. Reality: While impressive, many visitors are surprised by how much smaller the carvings appear than they do in photographs or on screen. The viewing area is also often packed, and the overall experience can feel somewhat limited to a quick look, rather than a prolonged, immersive encounter with monumental art. It's grand, but often not as grand as anticipated.