This statue celebrating early Hollywood is largely forgotten, while its twin replica at Walt Disney World has become an icon.

A miniature train theme park, free to the public, laying at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains.

This historic aviation building is now a museum owned and operated by Disney.

Former 1954 Del Mar Train Station now serves signature cocktails and delightful culinary treats, and still operates as a Metro stop.

A cobblestone alley with an interesting past.

This former stomping grounds of the most eminent astronomers of the early 20th century.

Contemporary art inspired by natural history and science drawing on ancient techniques in a modern world.

Once a purveyor of Santeria supplies, religious products , and household sundries, now closed.

This centerpiece of the Hollywood & Highland shopping center is a recreation of a long-lost movie set.

An enchanted arts space which assumes infinite identities.

The largest collection of two headed animals in the world.

Medical and zoological curiosities for sale.

Venue for strange sideshow displays and musical acts.

This museum is a music lover's introduction to the iconic venue.

The real faces of Venice beach captured on Romanesque columns.

The neighborhood of Eagle Rock is named after a gigantic boulder with a shadowy surprise.

This nondescript tunnel has been featured in a number of iconic movies, from “Roger Rabbit” to “Back to the Future.”

A historic fort commemorating the United States' naval history.

Wild West history in Hollywood style.

A black and white mural stands out from its psychedelic surroundings.

The words of the neighborhood's most famous poets adorn four concrete walls.

The decor of this Hollywood movie palace just barely predated the opening of King Tut's tomb.

This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.

Legendary frontman of the Doors looms in this giant mural by famed Venice muralist, Rip Cronk.