Magical-looking cottages that inspired one of the most famous animated films ever.

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

Trails through lava-carved tube-caves display sparkling bacteria and a rich history.

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

One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.

Quite simply the largest tree in the world (by volume).

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

Tiki luxury on Nob Hill.

This strange seaside tower got its name from a wealthy eccentric who would hide coins among its stones.

A "gravitational anomaly" located in the redwood forests just outside of Santa Cruz, California.

A hospital closed seemingly in the middle of operations, leaving behind fodder for horror films and ghost hunters.

A prohibition-style speakeasy takes up residence in the last Victorian residence in Hollywood.

There is no trying to fall in love with this Star Wars fountain, you just do or do not.

The rocks in this arid basin leave trails of movement behind them.

A tiny theater hidden in an alley plays a constant stream of short silent films for anyone willing to peer through the peephole.

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

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

A 140-year-old castle with underground caves hidden in San Francisco.

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

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune.

Non-profit time travel mart sells goods you would need for a trip through the fourth dimension.

Peak named for an old man who liked to run in the nude.

Together they left this world, and together they shall remain for all eternity.

This Little Rock legend has survived decades of rowdy crowds, three fires, and a zombie wedding.