Raised illegally, Reggie now lives at the Los Angeles Zoo after authorities spent years tracking him down.

A cult following celebrates the legend that belies this curious podiatrists' office sign which has worked its way into song, literature, animation, and the visual arts.

A visionary, futuristic sculpture in Los Angeles that never met its extraterrestrial potential.

Wild West history in Hollywood style.

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

A three-story, three-dimensional hobo clown in a tutu welcomes CVS shoppers.

Come crisp December nights, this fairly plain neighborhood becomes a holiday dream world.

These delicate buggers are some of the rarest fossils that have bubbled up from the Tar Pits.

This brightly made over hotel hides decades of suicide, serial killers, and mysterious deaths.

Magical-looking cottages that inspired one of the most famous animated films ever.

Where the leftovers of love affairs can live on forever.

World-famous, Pink's still manages to keep its prized cult fetish status.

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

The last of its kind in the country.

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

The private clubhouse for the members of the Academy of Magical Arts.

Established in the '60s, a family-owned tropical drink bar founded by Ray Buhen, bartender to the stars.

Medical and zoological curiosities for sale.

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

Non-profit time travel mart sells goods you would need for a trip through the fourth dimension.

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

A modern day curiosity cabinet.

World War II-era Nazi compound nestled in the Santa Monica hills.

The abandoned zoo enclosures offer a perfect place to experience the other side of the bars.