Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

A prohibition-style speakeasy takes up residence in the last Victorian residence in Hollywood.

Hollywood's oldest hotel is the site of the first Academy Awards, the birthplace of Marilyn Monroe's career, and the home of Montgomery Clift's ghost.

The awe-inspiring ship from the golden era of cruising has an incomparable history and a reputation as one of the world’s most haunted places.

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.

Clap your hands at the base of the pyramid, and the song of a sacred Mayan bird will echo through the air.

No telescopes, no power, no gift shop: The Observatory of Chichen Itza, one of the world's oldest observatories, takes astronomy back to basics.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

In this quiet park a rendition of a classic painting graces the outside of a charming restroom.

This is the last hand-cranked chain ferry of its kind in operation in the United States.

A commemoration of over 150 of St. Louis's favorite sons and daughters.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.

The eccentric and colorful pavilions of Tower Grove park are a beloved and overlooked symbol. 

An oddity shop inspired by the history of the circus.

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

Costumed elves and mountain bikers co-exist peacefully at this abandoned Christmas-themed adventure park.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

The first rural cemetery west of the Mississippi is home to the elaborate tombs of St. Louis' local beer barons.

This monument to a veteran of the Mexican-American War is one of only two in Manhattan that serve as an actual mausoleum.

The mayor made the declaration in 2004.

High in the Rockies the third largest statue in the U.S. opens her welcoming arms, and lights up the night sky.

One of nature's most well-scheduled phenomenons resides in Wyoming's Yellowstone National Park.

These falls, sometimes called the "Niagara of the West," still put on a good show at the right time of year.