Places aeholmquist Wants to Go

This beautiful building in the heart of Manhattan's Financial District was empty for decades.

The very first subway station in New York City is beautiful, decked out in chandeliers, and ... abandoned?

The Hopi-style structure was built by the man who discovered Desert Hot Springs' famous mineral water.

Hike amid the palm trees that thrive among Southern California's Indio Hills.

The so-called "Bridge of Thighs" in Palm Springs allows nudists to discreetly cross the road.

An old California photo stand has been turned into a shrine to the cozy art of crochet.

A meditative space out of a fantasy story.

Located on 420 acres in the high desert, this spiritual center is dedicated to the "science of the future."

While exploring the desert, you can stop by the home of a fictional heretic from a parallel universe.

Explore 10 acres of environmental sculptures.

The quirky salon doubles as a retro museum run by the world's leading "hairstorian."

The site of a classic series of Laurel and Hardy pratfalls.

A modern day curiosity cabinet.

Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."

One man's homage to the sun continues to grow like a glass fractal.

Venue for strange sideshow displays and musical acts.

A castle that was built stone by stone by an eccentric journalist.

A library of rare occult books in Los Angeles.

The neighborhood shop is a sort of tiny cactus museum full of exotic specimens you can take home.

Small museum packed with artifacts recovered by the man rumored to be the real-life inspiration for Indiana Jones.

Sister store to the Echo Park Time Travel Store.

Scores of vintage street lamps shine along L.A.’s Miracle Mile.

A spiritual retreat in the heart of Los Angeles offers stunning gardens and a labyrinth to lose yourself in.

Magical-looking cottages that inspired one of the most famous animated films ever.