The home of 1.5 million wood letters for printing is still a functioning workshop.

This glamorous old building is said to have inspired the Tower of Terror.

Her final resting place was intended to be modest and private, but the power of her popularity continues to draw visitors.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

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.

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

A look into the Church of Scientology's deeply unfavorable view of psychiatry.

Crypt mausoleum in cathedral's basement contains relics of third century Roman martyr, Saint Vibiana.

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

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

America's most famous piece of self-built architecture.

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.

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

Shop selling 500 flavors of soda has something for everyone.

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

High on a hill overlooking Los Angeles lives a world famous, high power conical Tesla Coil.

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

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

A large circus museum with summer performances.

This striking art museum holds an amazing series of curiosity cabinets.

A bizarre house filled with an astounding array of collections.

Take a break from all the boring business of death at this funeral home mini-golf course.

Thousands of hats, pens, and pencils, hanging inside the walls of a former church.