This quirky curiosity shop takes its cues from the world's bazaars.

An unfortunate geological resemblance to Satan has labeled this Pasadena gorge as a passage to the underworld.

A cobblestone alley with an interesting past.

During prohibition, corrupt city officials ran drinking dens under the streets of Downtown Los Angeles.

Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

Once a purveyor of Santeria supplies, religious products , and household sundries, now closed.

A look into the Church of Scientology's deeply unfavorable view of psychiatry.

World's largest collection of serial killer artwork and other macabre exhibits.

It should come as no surprise that the best view of the Hollywood sign is from Batman's lair.

This California estate was either haunted by ghosts or the Marx brothers.

Introducing the Green Fairy to her fawning masses.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

This symbolic piece of New Orleans architecture is also home to a few ghastly stories.

A pink cottage covered in hearts served as a haven and a resting place for LGBTQ activists.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

The once abandoned ruins of a Victorian beachside amusement park are now back in working order.

A museum designed by and dedicated to P.T. Barnum in the town where he is buried.

The intriguing personal collection of a professional demon-chaser.

A collection of haunted artifacts chronicles the career of the world's most famous paranormal investigators.