This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.

A carousel trades in its classic horses and calliope for endangered species, native flora and fauna, and a modern soundtrack.

A faux European lane smack dab in downtown L.A.

Small museum packed with artifacts recovered by the man rumored to be the real-life inspiration for Indiana Jones.

This museum honors the first Spanish land grant in California which is still in the hands of the original owner's family.

The 10-foot-wide Long Beach home was built on a dare.

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

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.

Hiding amid the largest camellia collection in the country lies a charming children's maze, donated by a secret admirer.

This little gem of Spanish Colonial architecture has been abandoned since the 1950s.

A popular winter vacation destination for migrating monarch butterflies.

A large sculptural artwork and garden in Escondido, California.

A charming desert roadside bakery that produces 10 times more bread daily than it has residents in its town.

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

This giant temperature attraction created some giant electric bills.

Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.

A herd of 150 bison live on California's Santa Catalina Island and are at the heart of an ongoing debate between environmental protection and economic expansion.

Chewing gum tycoon's memorial lies perched over wife's botanical gardens on Santa Catalina Island.

2300-year-old Roman road connecting the empire.

The yawning maw of this pagan visage is said to bite off the hands of liars.

A large grotto built in the 16th century amidst Florence's famous Boboli gardens.

Two stone columns flank the grand Venice square, but there were supposed to be three.

Go inside to really appreciate this 500-year-old technological masterpiece.

The celebrated eyesore created by starry-eyed sweethearts.