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

This grimly-titled Texas cemetery is all that remains of a Wild West settlement with possibly the worst name.

Abandoned railroad tunnel is home to a colony of three million Mexican free-tail bats.

A tiny waterway named after a ghost story.

The summer home of the largest colony of bats in the world.

An immense cave that has served as an outlaw's treasure trove, an underground dance hall, a nuclear fallout shelter, and much more.

Civil War dumping ground for the bodies of terrorized Union sympathizers.

Human remains in varying states of decay are strewn about this Texas State facility for scientific study.

The pit stop from "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" now serves beef and pork barbecue, not people.

A popular swimming hole that hides one of America's most deadly diving spots.

This beautiful grotto is one of those places where you can't believe you're just outside Austin.

An emerald-green grotto just a short trip from Austin.

This gas station offers wine tastings and craft beer.

At this Austin dive bar, it's been Christmas every day for more than 50 years.

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

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

Unusual house, in an unusual neighborhood, home to some very unusual peanuts.

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

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

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

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

Home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, estimated at 1.5 million bats.

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

Continuing the tradition of the dime museum in style.