An ancient passage filled with stalls selling used books, once frequented by Vincent Van Gogh.

This southwestern historic site was designed and built by an artist who wanted his work to "feel at home."

This scrap yard doubles as a naive art gallery full of found art and farm animals.

The remains of this rugged homestead ranch offer a brief glimpse into a bygone era.

This church on a Tohono O'Odham reservation has stood since 1797.

Some of Arizona's best spit-roasted tacos al pastor can be found at a weekend swap meet.

A cabinet of curious mathematical models and old calculators.

Sleep where gangsters fell amidst smoke and flame, with nary a bullethole to show for the legendary struggle.

Religious statues built because of one man's bargain with God fill this peaceful sculpture garden.

One of the oldest Mexican restaurants in the United States air-dries its trademark beef in a dangling outdoor cage.

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

A rare wayfinding portmanteau of “Street” and “Avenue.”

This collection of neon icons is preserving Arizona's history, one sign at a time.

From working out of his garage to the James Beard semifinals, one Tucson baker has kept his fan base—and his grains—local.

This quiet chapel was central to a community of settlers who reclaimed an abandoned fort.

This bomb shelter-themed bar has barely changed since it opened.

The Magical World of George Phar Legler.

Though its celestial ceiling is impressive, the true star is the vast collection of French books.

The walls are decorated with whimsical murals painted by the creator of the Madeline franchise.

The beloved statue at the National Academy of Sciences is oh so inviting to sit on.

An enormous illuminated figure dances on the Las Vegas strip.

An overlooked monument to the celebrity gangster who helped put the sin in Sin City.

An exotic wildlife habitat right off The Strip.

A tribute to Loveland’s most famous sweethearts, who helped spread cupid’s message to millions.