Places curiouser 54cc2706 Wants to Go

The remains of a deserted steamboat sit rusting beside an old ferry pier and an abandoned train platform.

Sojourn to the past at this residence teeming with 1950s memorabilia.

The stone walls of a home built to withstand a California wildfire still stand after more than a century.

Of all the origin stories for weed's secret code, this one likely has the goods.

Founded by a high school teacher, this poetry magazine became a center for all things literary.

This municipal playground was co-created by the father of one of the most playful characters ever.

A 50-foot tile mural mosaic for the 100-year anniversary of the Statue of Liberty.

A pair of pure white felines guard the entrance to a spot of California real estate established as an artist's haven.

The flow from this waterfall sometimes comes out of springs below its rim.

A gift from Abbot Kinney and a little bit of piece of Black history in Venice Beach.

Location of the most powerful laser in the world, and the potential birthplace of tiny stars.

A giant can of fruit cocktail is all that remains of what was once the world's largest cannery.

The Internet Age began with a transmission from this biker bar.

At night, this glittering musical tunnel draws skaters and photographers.

This restaurant's marvelous musical machines include a self-playing violin.

The best place in the park to test out your throwing arm.

The freeway that never was.

Inspiring Earthlings to Boldly Go.

Famous and forgotten figures lie beneath the faded headstones and decaying planks of wood.

An abandoned 1930s gas station turned bustling neighborhood park.

Perched high atop telephone poles is an uncanny outdoor art gallery that greets passersby on their commute.

The silent film master's legacy commemorated in all the right and wrong places.

The last of a gourmet supermarket chain, this store helped spark California's Food Revolution.

Anyone can control this glittery light installation with just a phone call.