This massive World War II calculator hearkens back to the days when "computer" was a job title.

A fashion designer's dazzling world of Japanese collectibles is hidden in a warehouse downtown.

This star-studded Old Hollywood restaurant is where fettuccine Alfredo made its United States debut.

Beautiful Victorian buildings from L.A.'s forgotten architectural past.

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

Historic marionette theater features thousands of handmade puppets and free cups of ice cream.

The programmatic glory of LA's giant whiskey barrel building has become an upscale reminder of the city's kitschy roadside past.

Most famous work of one of Frank Lloyd Wright's sons.

A common entry point to the Griffith Observatory trail holds its own wonders.

The remains of the first punk club in L.A.

A faux European lane smack dab in downtown L.A.

This serene oasis in an affluent Los Angeles neighborhood holds some of Gandhi's ashes and got Elvis into Eastern Philosophy.

This Los Angeles animation studio is keeping the wonder of stop motion puppetry alive.

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

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

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

Gift shop offering toe tags and chalk body beach towels tucked into a coroner's office.

Dental instruments from the illustrious history of American dentistry.