Four hundred granite steps were built into this massive rock by the National Park Service.

A pier that used to act as a busy ferry dock is now a decaying favorite of local fisherman and urban artists.

A Biblically-based Natural History Museum.

The sea once considered an ecological wasteland is now called "crown jewel of avian biodiversity" by scientists.

A New England-style lighthouse along California's beautiful Highway 1 gets a re-do.

International delicatessen has been owned and operated by the same family for more than 110 years.

California's oldest wind harp represents a historic piece of America's Danish history.

This star-studded Old Hollywood restaurant is where fettuccine Alfredo made its United States debut.

This historic tower in the California desert promises visitors a "vortex of good vibes".

Once close to extinction, there is no shortage of elephant seals on the beaches of Año Nuevo State Park.

Abortion, prohibition, religion, war, and fear all play a part in the history of this idiosyncratic Pacifica castle.

Suburban observatory was personal lab of the father of modern astrophysics.

One of the largest free-standing structures ever built, this dirigible hangar is now simply a giant skeleton.

If you are looking for a used Russian battery, Chinese Ham Radio or other electronic oddities this Flea Market is a good place to start.

The former Naval shipyard is open for exploring - mostly.

A dwindling menagerie of anthropomorphic oil derrick animals still dot the barren California landscape.

One of the few remaining carousels built by master amusement park carver Charles I.D. Looff.

Successful artist residence program has filled this ranch with dozens of sculptures over the years.

A pair of large white marble lions guard this stretch of the Mojave Desert, and it is utterly mysterious how they got there.

A music-filled, booze-soaked oasis in the desert.

One of the world's longest murals depicts the history of diversity in Los Angeles.

This little blue house pokes out over the campus of UC San Diego, seven stories high.

The beautiful 1920 Pantages Theatre remains hidden just underneath the LA Downtown Jewelry Exchange.

A "haunted" landmark on the coast of Southern California.