Hidden on a cobblestone street in Glasgow, a Czech Cajovna-inspired teahouse serves as a hangout for Bohemians.

A humble ancient well where Scottish knight, Sir William Wallace, took his final drink.

A succession of eerily contemplative iron figures lead from a Scottish museum to the sea.

The 16th-century church has the only stained glass windows that survived the Scottish Reformation intact.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A statue in the heart of Edinburgh honors a bear that served in the Polish military during World War II.

A book bound in the skin of an infamous criminal, along with countless other specimens.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

This small museum in a 17th-century building honors three iconic Scottish writers.

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

The Scottish Reformation leader's grave was paved over and is now a parking lot.

A shiny sculpture celebrating the mighty mollusk.

Walk through spectacular aisles of hanging meat and wagon wheel–sized cheese at the world's largest wholesale food market.

An off-the-beaten-path boutique stuffed with an eclectic collection of upcycled goods.

Paris' linguistic guide to the international language of, yes, love.

A memorial for public executions that dates back to the 14th century.

Legend has it this gnarled old tree was planted by Tsar Peter the Great during his visit to London.

Legend says these colorful, invasive residents are the descendants of birds released by Jimi Hendrix.

One of the figures in this Celtic sculpture continues to puzzle archaeologists.

This beautiful deer park was built so King Charles I and his court could go hunting while escaping a deadly plague outbreak.

This pump on the bad side of Victorian London betrayed a horrifying revelation about the water supply.