One of the largest helium balloons in the U.S. is a 112-foot ginormous orange.

Oldest building in California still in use.

This dark, quiet forest on the outskirts of San Diego is dense with rumor and lore.

Built for an exposition in 1915, these horticultural displays have stood the test of time.

The world's largest outdoor organ is played weekly by one of just two civic organists in the U.S.

A giant desert bird that once swung music fans at Coachella now has a home in a nearby traffic circle.

A giant knight, sex education, date shakes, and Jesus coexist happily in this Coachella Valley desert oasis.

The "world's biggest dinosaur" once housed a creationist museum in its abdomen.

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

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 nondescript tunnel has been featured in a number of iconic movies, from “Roger Rabbit” to “Back to the Future.”

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

Raised illegally, Reggie now lives at the Los Angeles Zoo after authorities spent years tracking him down.

The L.A. Zoo has a secret garden of rare bootleg cycads, a palm specimen dating back 280 million years.

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

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

The Mighty Wurlitzer organ continues to belt out the tunes at downtown El Segundo's historic home for silent and classic movies.

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

These delicate buggers are some of the rarest fossils that have bubbled up from the Tar Pits.

The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.

This colorful gate stands as an entrance to the walled city of Old San Juan.

A small sculpture garden that provides a microcosmic representation of California.

Megachurch turned Catholic church comprised of 10,000 glass panes.