One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World holds the world's tallest metal staircase.

Offering commanding views of the California coastline, this restaurant was a hub for the artists and bohemians of Big Sur.

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

Tijuana's legendary jai alai or "basque ball" palace is now a massive music venue.

The world's second largest single-dish radio telescope, once used to contact E.T.

The southernmost point in the United States is a beautiful place to look at but a deadly place to wade in.

This black shoreline is made up of exploded lava particles.

A massive Montreal stadium that has seen nothing but trouble since its inception.

Montreal's giant farmer's market is a foodie's best friend, especially in the winter months.

A historic Montreal market that was the city's agricultural hub for over century.

A grand Gothic Revival basilica with stained glass depictions of Montreal's religious history has only one soul resting in its crypt.

The LSU mascot lived on the college campus in one of the most impressive tiger habitats in the country.

Rotterdammers' dirty minds gave this santa a dirty nickname and cursed it to a life of wandering.

This city square is home to Amsterdam's oldest church and a statue honoring Dutch sex workers.

This Belgian palace was long the domain of priests and aristocrats but is now being turned into an art commune.

This fairytale castle was built as a show of power but was nearly torn down thanks to its history of torture.

Petting this mysterious iron monkey supposedly brings good luck.

This narrow Ghent alleyway is an officially sanctioned street art tunnel.

A little sculpture with a large wardrobe.

Cozy basement bar sports an inventory of over 2,000 beers.

Brussels' favorite peeing boy has a sister.

This collection of over 50 murals celebrates Brussels' rich history as the self-proclaimed home of the "comic strip."

Daily jousts and dancing barrel makers in Munich's mechanical clock.

A collection of full-size movie monsters opened to the public.