The most popular tourist sites in the US - and they are eclectic

You'd be forgiven for thinking that America's most popular tourist sites are, say, the Empire State Building and the Golden Gate Bridge.

But according to Swarm, Foursquare's check-in app, Americans have much more eclectic taste when exploring their backyard.

Using Swarm check-in data from August 1 2015 to July 31 2016, we determined the 25 most-visited monuments and landmarks in the US.

From world's largest thermometer to mere signage, here's what people are seeking out.