Two mammoth statues inspired by equally tall tales lure tourists to this roadside attraction.

Traditional Danish spot where the schnapps are flowing and the smørrebrød is loaded.

Paranormal experiences in this hotel's room 217 led Stephen King to write "The Shining."

L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.

This strange seaside tower got its name from a wealthy eccentric who would hide coins among its stones.

The Hollywood home of Kermit the Frog and Yoda used to be Charlie Chaplin's film studio.

These were the largest wind chimes in the world when artist Tom Van Sant created them for a California mall in 1967.

Chef Lawrence West serves up Indian tacos, wojapi, and other Lakota dishes at the brick-and-mortar incarnation of his popular food truck.

This Haudenosaunee restaurant is a delicious tribute to indigenous cuisine.

The interior of the Overlook Hotel in "The Shining" was based on this Yosemite original.

One of the world's largest amber altarpieces is housed within this reconstructed medieval church.

A family agreed to sell their property to Disney on the condition that this tree, planted as a wedding gift, would not be removed.

The oldest attraction in Disneyland is a prehistoric stump that Walt may have bought for his wife.

Allegedly haunted by Walt Disney himself, this inconspicuous lamp is always kept lit in his honor.

Brain collection and database that narrows the gap between man and animal.

A research lab and hands-on museum where visitors can experiment with retro technology.

This surprising gem is a world-class archeological museum hidden at the University of Chicago.

These beautiful objects represent beautiful ideas.

Dine at a legendary after-hours joint frequented by David Bowie and Iggy Pop.

A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.

A cow in the road might subvert the flow of traffic but this one's above it all, quite literally.

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

Gift shop offering toe tags and chalk body beach towels tucked into a coroner's office.

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