Some of the most unusual (and in some cases, disgusting) flavors of soda imaginable.

This iconic neon jester is a local landmark that you might recognize from his cameos in film and television.

This L.A. fixture has been serving hot dogs out of a giant hot dog since 1946.

A miniature train theme park, free to the public, laying at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains.

Pasadena glamour turned government issue.

A relic from a forgotten bakery chain still spins atop a diner.

Colorado Boulevard’s historic bookstore, operating since the bustling city of Pasadena was merely some orange groves and a few ostrich farms.

Hiding amid the largest camellia collection in the country lies a charming children's maze, donated by a secret admirer.

The neighborhood of Eagle Rock is named after a gigantic boulder with a shadowy surprise.

Explore more than 130,000 new and used books in the "world's largest outdoor bookstore."

An off-grid art installation that encourages its visitors to imagine a world without waste.

A herd of 150 bison live on California's Santa Catalina Island and are at the heart of an ongoing debate between environmental protection and economic expansion.

An Italian restaurant became a rock-and-roll hangout and the lair of the "Hollywood vampires."

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

A long-vacant Scottish Rite temple in Hollywood has been converted into an art museum filled with Masonic relics.

Legendary frontman of the Doors looms in this giant mural by famed Venice muralist, Rip Cronk.

Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.

A three-story, three-dimensional hobo clown in a tutu welcomes CVS shoppers.

Get up close to emus and ostriches, or buy their tasty meat.

A nursery specializing in strange and beautiful succulents and cacti.

World's largest collection devoted to one fruit.

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

Though tiki culture has gone in and out of fashion, the Tonga Hut has always been flying the flag in Los Angeles.

An expansive book store, art gallery, and curio shop with wares ranging from tarot cards to novelty socks.