Nobody likes being stuck in an airport, especially if it’s the result of  layovers or delayed flights. After all, airports are almost always crowded, dreary, and above all, dreadfully boring. You may not always be able to book a hotel room nearby, either. To stay sane, most travelers spend their time in airports putzing around on their smartphones, browsing the selection at the duty-free store, buying overpriced food, or some combination of the three.

This might not be the case for much longer however. A recent trend has seen airports striving to offer more unique, traveler-friendly experiences. Considering how much time is spent in airports regardless of layovers or delays, this is a welcome change that can’t come soon enough.

Although these kinds of experiences can be found at airports all across the U.S., many go overlooked because of the inherent hustle and bustle associated with air travel. For instance, if travelers flying out of San Francisco International Airport decided to take some time to look around and explore instead of making a beeline for the gate, they’d come across a museum with a fascinating collection focused on the history of air transport. Same goes for McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, which also has its own aviation-centric museum.

Museums are just the beginning when it comes to the experiences travelers can enjoy while waiting for their flight. There are now airports that boast spas, athletic clubs, art galleries, movie theaters, and everything in between. Who knew layovers could be fun?

Wondering if the airport you’ll be traveling through on your next trip has a fun way for you to kill some time? Check out this great article from Cheapism: Stuck on a Layover? Secrets to Beat Boredom in 20 Major Airports. From a sculpture garden in Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to live musical performances taking place on a daily basis at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, this list is full of fun things to do that can make even the most nightmarish airport experience at least somewhat bearable.