The culprit who accidentally lit this 3,500-year-old tree on fire stated "I can't believe I burned down a tree older than Jesus."

The former home of one of America's greatest short story writers is home to an annual pun competition.

A synth musician's paradise at the heart of a community responsible for the soundtrack to 'Stranger Things.'

Controversially claiming the title of world's biggest bass drum, UT's Big Bertha was once made radioactive by the Manhattan Project.

A free, canine-friendly alternative watering hole near the more famous Barton Springs.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

Free public park and gardens filled with peacocks and peahens.

Home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, estimated at 1.5 million bats.

In Tucson a giant metal snake helps pedestrians cross a busy highway.

The site of a popular piano lounge owned by a former world champion boxer is now a place to rent a truck.

A historic hydroelectric power plant serves as the unusual backdrop for a public park.

This historic pink parlor keeps Phoenicians cool with homemade, retro ice creams.

A towering bronze statue memorializes the founding father of postwar American conservatism.

The first permanent memorial to a unique secret weapon of World War II.

This small, unassuming street is now a canvas for color and creativity.

A former department store turned into a quirky restaurant.

Founded by members of the Tohono O’odham Nation, this one-room joint's James Beard–winning fry bread is light as a cloud.

A self-built castle made by a mysterious man.

Open since 1938, this diner has kept its fountain, malt machine, and all the gum that greasers left beneath its counter.

Fans of vintage Vegas, kitsch, and toy pony-based gambling now flock to a casino called The D.

A homage to the King at the hotel where he revived his career.

Toss a Frisbee through the ruins of this Colorado gold mining town.