Some of the best pastries in "the Czech heritage capital of Texas" come from a gas station off I-35.

Roadside Americana, fairy tale characters, and Austin quirkiness come together at this magical course in the heart of Texas' capital city.

The oldest active mini golf course in the U.S. has an elegant Art Deco style filled with lush tropical plants.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

A grove of colossal man-made flowers built to collect the sun's rays.

A popular swimming hole that hides one of America's most deadly diving spots.

One of the highest points in Bexar county offers birdseye views of San Antonio and a four-story stone tower.

Established in 1925, Kiddie Park claims to be the oldest amusement park in the U.S. - a cozy little time warp nestled in a shady corner of the modern world.

One of just a few cities in the world to base their center of government on an island. Others: Paris and Osaka.

A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Amazingly detailed marble cinerary urns that once held the cremains of Roman elite.

Craggy concrete faces are hidden in the walls of this artificial cave along the San Antonio River.

A recreated Stonehenge stands in a country field, complete with Easter Island moai heads standing as sentries.

An antique horse-drawn hearse provided French luxury for the dead in this Texan town.

A 131-year-old wunderkammer of Texas history.

An amazing stag sculpture constructed entirely of discarded materials.

A fruit-loving town welcomes visitors with a giant melon set against the sky.

Where thousands of slaves passed through the "Door of No Return."

The god of wine stares out at passersby on this busy Pittsburgh thoroughfare.

A giant ball made from pieces of an old Jeep.

The residents of the Neighborhood of Make-Believe live without much fanfare within the Pittsburgh Children's Museum.

Colorful curls of hand-blown glass form a captivating tower in San Antonio's Central Library.

For over 75 years, this cute stone statue has warmed the hearts of San Antonio.