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

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

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

After starting as a whimsical tourist attraction that eventually found its way to ruin, these renovated canals offer a lush and exotic locale on the Pacific Coast.

A castle that was built stone by stone by an eccentric journalist.

A wild west scene starring life-sized wooden statues hides in the trees behind Pierce College.

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

The legendary building that needed ghostly approval before being built.

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

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

Pay your respects to a folk-punk legend.

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

Resting place of Hollywood's immortals is also site of summer film screenings.

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

The last orange grove of the San Fernando Valley is owned and protected by CSU Northridge.

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

Los Angeles's oldest cemetery allows visitors to trace the history of this proud city.

Rainbow-hued local gem in Venice.

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

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

This opulent hotel has been visited by Spider-Man, Charlie's Angels, and the Ghostbusters.

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

This hilltop park offers magnificent views and a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece.

One man's vast collection of artifacts and ephemera from matchbooks and postcards to vintage neon signs and cars.