Scale replica of China's ancient terracotta tomb warriors and Forbidden City are the side project of an eccentric millionaire.

The only museum dedicated to the history of the "Magic Lantern," a medieval slide projector.

Remembering the Alamo with a full-scale replica of the 1836 city.

This mountain tram provides stunning views while hanging from a single, steel thread.

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

A unique cartoon-filled roadside attraction.

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

This gas station offers wine tastings and craft beer.

This massive oak tree has ties to the first native tribes of the region and the founders of Texas.

This big empty pig is a nostalgic throwback to mid-20th-century Texas barbecue.

A free, canine-friendly alternative watering hole near the more famous Barton Springs.

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

High-end dining has a home in this former gas station.

An old abandoned pharmacy building in Texas is brimming with collectibles and images of the little tuxedoed pooch.

San Antonio's first 3-D stereoscopic mural is a trippy treat for the eyes.

A quirky collection of old chairs fills a random vacant lot in suburban Texas.

Hidden within a spa in a Texas strip mall is a restaurant specializing in Eastern European foods.

Campus tradition says couples who walk beneath this enormous oak will stay together forever.

With print dying, this local paper keeps the lights on by doubling as a stunning cafe and cocktail bar.

Local arts organization founded in a former church.

A mysteriously abandoned campsite in San Angelo State Park.

A small island hides in plain sight on Austin's Lady Bird Lake.

The tree is thought to be the oldest oak in Texas and was once crowned state champion for its monumental size.

Nestled in the heart of a Texas town is a dreamy secret garden dating back to the 1940s.