Outposts of this restaurant chain were shaped like jaunty chapeaus.

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

Located close to a movie studio lot, this restaurant has a long history of star-studded patronage.

Stroll the grounds built by murder, suicide, and dirty oil money at one of Hollywood's most filmed mansions.

Dozens of lights dangle from the branches of what may be the brightest tree in Los Angeles.

This hilltop park offers magnificent views and a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece.

The mall's looks were inspired by the cowboy extras who used to meet up—and cause real trouble—at this Hollywood hub.

This Chase branch is an homage to Old Hollywood.

A few iconic structures are all that remain of America’s first outdoor shopping mall.

This star-studded Old Hollywood restaurant is where fettuccine Alfredo made its United States debut.

The decor of this Hollywood movie palace just barely predated the opening of King Tut's tomb.

There are lots of hands and feet stamped in the cement in front of Grauman’s Chinese Theater, but Mel left behind something extra.

This centerpiece of the Hollywood & Highland shopping center is a recreation of a long-lost movie set.

This forgotten Frank Lloyd Wright house is an architectural marvel at the end of a sleepy residential street.

These two monoliths have stood at the entrance to the neighborhood since the days it was called "Hollywoodland."

Although he donated over 3,000 acres to Los Angles, Griffith's life was marred by controversy.

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

This statue celebrating early Hollywood is largely forgotten, while its twin replica at Walt Disney World has become an icon.

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

This distinctive blue and white jet fighter is a symbol of the area’s relationship with aviation.

The programmatic glory of LA's giant whiskey barrel building has become an upscale reminder of the city's kitschy roadside past.

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

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

The groundbreaking Japanese shrine maiden who invented the art of kabuki.