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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Davis

7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Davis, California

Updated September 16, 2022

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Chlosyne leanira alma at the Bohart Museum of Entomology

Davis, California

Bohart Museum of Entomology

This museum boasts the ninth-largest collection of insects in North America.
“Batnadoes” form at dusk.

Davis, California

Bats of Yolo Causeway

Each summer, the migratory bats living beneath the bypass form "batnadoes" at dusk.

Davis, California

Eggheads

Seven ceramic sculptures are scattered around this California college campus.
The entrance of the toad tunnel, starting at the post office parking lot. (Davis Wiki)

Davis, California

Davis Toad Tunnel

Special tunnels built so that frogs won't be killed when crossing the highway.

Davis, California

Solar Intersections

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Davis, California

Same Sun

On the summer solstice each year, shadows align with a 14,000 square foot painting to reveal a secret message.
All manner of speed records are represented.

Davis, California

U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame

A blend of sporting history mixed with childhood nostalgia await visitors to this museum.
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Hugh Johnson’s Pop-Up Wine Book is both informative and artful.

The Treasures Within the World's Greatest Wine Library

This California collection is a trove of wine books and rarities.
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September 16, 2022
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