Artist James Turrell's ode to dawn and dusk on the campus of Rice University.

An exquisite grouping of structures made from 10 tons of invasive saplings.

This small stone building, the final work of a renowned artist, offers a peaceful environment with radiant, colorful glass windows .

Austin’s local mountain isn’t really a mountain at all.

To honor a beloved Austin radio DJ a neighborhood bridge has been covered in a loving mosaic.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

Roadside Americana, fairy tale characters, and Austin quirkiness come together at this magical course in the heart of Texas' capital city.

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

Just like the real 36th president of the United States, animatronic LBJ amuses visitors with jokes and stories.

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

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

The upstairs reading room is packed with millions of rare books, literary manuscripts, and historical treasures.

Turning night into day in Victorian-era Austin to thwart a serial killer.

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.

One part antique store, one part curiosities hodge-podge.

This unique structure in suburban Austin is made up entirely of other people's castaways, and constantly changing.

Three connected pink triangles memorialize persecuted gays and lesbians throughout history.

This city square is home to Amsterdam's oldest church and a statue honoring Dutch sex workers.

Established in 1638 to battle the Black Death, Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is a treasure trove of rare flora.

This Birdsill Holly fire hydrant is the remnant of a very different type of hydration innovation.