Seattle's super-sized cowboy apparel once belonged to a themed gas station that wrangled in herds of tourists.

An American city stranded at the tip of a Canadian peninsula where strict adherence to the "49th parallel rule" became problematic.

This painted blacktop brings the classic arcade game to life.

A (slightly) grownup take on the classic retro arcade.

A busy cafe better known for board games than food.

A brewery warehouse which doubles as a circus bigtop.

This Seattle joint serves food inside an old train car once used by FDR.

The illuminated falls are a gem in North Cascades National Park.

A bike being "eaten" by a tree is the real Vashon legend behind popular children's book, "Red Ranger Came Calling."

A little piece of the Shire is hidden behind a plant nursery in Port Orchard, Washington.

Couple's personal collection of pinball machines turned public pinball museum.

This semi-secret garden in south Seattle emulates a traditional Japanese garden using the plants of the Pacific Northwest.

A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.

A walk through the historic city center, under the streets of Seattle.

An old vending machine serves up unpredictable beverages from its seemingly magical insides.