This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.

A rare surviving example of a pre-WWII Japanese garden, restored after years of neglect.

A bigger-than-life pun that has become a beacon of altruism.

Victoriana on Orange Grove Avenue.

Southern California’s Theme Park Beginnings.

An Airy Would-Be Solution to a Housing Shortage.

Suburban observatory was personal lab of the father of modern astrophysics.

Originally the home of chewing gum mogul William Wrigely Jr, it is now the official offices of the Tournament of Roses.

This 1920s masterpiece of French Quarter architecture hides a secret tunnel used by Albert Einstein.

Home of the "Father of Forestry."

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

The world's first disc golf course has the Jet Propulsion Laboratory as a neighbor.

This former stomping grounds of the most eminent astronomers of the early 20th century.

This temple, built by an eccentric religious leader before his death, sits guarded and in ruins.

These structures were inspired by both Native American shelters as well as, strangely, an ice cream shop.

This Chinese art gallery is hidden inside the Sunrider Corporation headquarters.

The awe-inspiring ship from the golden era of cruising has an incomparable history and a reputation as one of the world’s most haunted places.

These four islands right offshore have waterfalls, colorful lights, fancy buildings, and a secret purpose.

The creator of the carousel's bingo-pinball hybrid survives in California's oldest gaming establishment.

Working mining and drilling equipment demonstrate 150 years of energy history.

The small family-run business has kept alive the fading art of creating beautiful handmade book covers.

This mysterious and creepy location instills a strong sense of foreboding in all visitors.

Explore an early California pioneer's rancho hidden in LA's manufacturing hinterland.

An unexpected and peaceful oasis on a hillside.