Shooting and lens recommendations for Historic Cities, cityscapes, etc...

I'm currently trying to build my lens collection, and would love some advice on the "necessities" for the types of photography I plan to do.
I currently have:
1. Canon SL1
2. Canon T3i
..and I'm looking at either getting an EOS 60D or waiting til later on in the year to see if there's something else coming along.
My lens collection so far is:
1. EF-S 10-22mm
2. EF 28-135mm
3. EF 75-300mm 1:4-5.6 III
4. EF 70-300mm 1:4-5.6 IS USM
In the next few months, I'll need to shoot outdoor situations (wilderness, camping/hiking, exploration) and Historic city/Historic Tourism type cityscapes.
I've noticed my current Lens library is limited in supporting that second one. I guess I need to move down or to several different types of lenses. Lately I've been using the 10-22 and the 28-135 when there's enough "room" for me to shoot.
I'd like to get very creative/artistic with my shots. The historic cities I need to photograph are very "compact" (tight) and are really hard to get full shots of buildings, or landscape shots of city blocks. narrow alleys and street ways.
The cities i'm in are in the Southern United States, and lots of harsh light.
I'd LOVE some recommendations on lenses, as well as any tips on shooting buildings/statues/historic landmarks in cramped city situations!

Hi JustOmi!
I ran across this while moderating today and thought you might find it interesting. He happens to mention your exact shooting scenario!
EF-101: Fisheye Lens
I hope that helps!

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