Colloquially known as “piss alley,” this narrow street filled with tiny bars and barbecue stands looks like it was pulled straight out of “Blade Runner.”

Once a black market electronics marketplace, now an otaku shopper's paradise.

This enormous monument is one of the most iconic structures in Tokyo, rudely nicknamed "The Golden Turd."

An enormous pair of straw sandals woven in the traditional way—to keep demons at bay.

This striking art museum holds an amazing series of curiosity cabinets.

The oft used Australian colloquialism "Beyond the Black Stump" is said to have originated at this location.

The unique work of art celebrates the 30th anniversary of the 1988 World Expo.

A beautiful 1920s tower filled with local hidden gems.

A colorful street named for the legendary Australian rock band.

One of the oldest theaters in Australia, it's also said to be haunted by a performer who died on stage.

This historic Melbourne bullet factory is fully encased in a massive glass and steel cone.

Monument that stands 40 feet and weighs 1,000 pounds.

This arch celebrates the romantic memories of those who danced at the Cloudland Ballroom.

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

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.

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

The first AIDS memorial chapel in San Francisco and one of only a few in the U.S.

Created in 1972, the famous sculptor's intricately detailed monument to San Francisco is overflowing with city landmarks.

An elaborate gift from Claus Spreckels is now a piece of San Francisco history.

The key to turning shifting dunes into the green oasis of Golden Gate Park.

Early prototype for Frank Lloyd Wright's Guggenheim.

The giant pair of sexy legs sticking out the window of this costume store have become its main draw.

This concrete tangle of square pipes has stood as a proud thorn in the city's side since the '70s.

San Francisco's oldest surviving monument and meeting place for 1906 survivors.