An underground paleo-Christian burial site composed of the remains of several cemeteries and Basilicas.

A collection of abandoned typographic signs from Berlin and beyond.

This futuristic German spa allows visitors to float in a pool of salt water while zoning out to underwater techno.

This intricately carved and hilariously huge bed was such a famous symbol both Shakespeare and Byron used it in their writing.

The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.

A community of artists and entrepreneurs seeks a simpler life on London's waterways.

The largest of London's subterranean rivers and once a mad, bad center of London life.

This peaceful park with centuries of history hides in an overlooked section of South London.

A 2000-year-old Roman amphitheater lies just below Guildhall Yard.

This marine reptile was discovered by one of the 19th century's greatest fossil hunters.

Revel in the Victorian splendor of the world's oldest eating establishment inside a museum.

Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.

An small and easily overlooked archaeology museum chock full of Egyptian artifacts.

A cluttered and astounding collection of antiquities and curiosities.

The curios of pharmacist and collector Henry Wellcome.

Eighty million natural history specimens call this gargantuan museum home.

This African beach is home to thousands of rare mainland penguins that are known for their annoying voice.

This road winds through the steep coastal cliffside offering spectacular views for those who brave the drive.

A series of abstract, silly sculptures represent the works of a great modern classical composer.

This museum in a Paris apartment gives a unique look at the iconic French singer's life.

This museum houses an imposing skeleton army comprised of creatures great and small.

France's national museum of scientific and industrial instruments.

An "inside out" building in the historical center of Paris, featuring Europe’s largest modern art museum.

A favorite Paris bar for U.S. expats, including Gershwin, Hemingway, and James Bond.