Monrovia, California
The Aztec Hotel
This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.
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Monrovia, California
This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.
Yorba Linda, California
The helicopter that "Tricky Dick" absconded from the White House in on his last day in office.
San Bernardino, California
This unlicensed collection of fast-food memorabilia sits on the site of the first ever McDonald's restaurant.
San Bernardino, California
The Route 66 institution that inspired Taco Bell also served as an important headquarters for Mexican-American social movements.
San Bernardino, California
These structures were inspired by both Native American shelters as well as, strangely, an ice cream shop.
Cabazon, California
The "world's biggest dinosaur" once housed a creationist museum in its abdomen.
Picacho, Arizona
A stone pillar marking the location of the westernmost battle of the American Civil War only honors one side of the conflict.
Mecca, California
World's largest collection devoted to one fruit.
Gila Bend, Arizona
A lingering bit of Space Race nostalgia lies in the middle of the desert.
Hawaii
This black shoreline is made up of exploded lava particles.
Naalehu, Hawaii
A beach made of semi-precious green sand on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi.
Captain Cook, Hawaii
These ancient sacred grounds granted amnesty to those who managed to reach them.
Kealakekua, Hawaii
A controversial memorial at the place where Captain Cook met his violent end.
Captain Cook, Hawaii
Try your hand at old-fashioned coffee growing at this museum devoted to one of the world's most coveted beans.
Kailua, Hawaii
Get up close and personal with these majestic fish.
Maui County, Hawaii
This tiny Hawaiian island is slowly coming back to life after being bombed during naval training exercises.
Lanai City, Hawaii
The island of Lanai in Hawai'i is a paradise for cats and cat lovers.
Kalaupapa, Hawaii
Once home to over 8,000 exiled Hawaiians suffering from Hansen's Disease.
West Hollywood, California
Located close to a movie studio lot, this restaurant has a long history of star-studded patronage.
Los Angeles, California
This Hollywood dive houses a mural painted by the artists who animated its namesake film.
Los Angeles, California
A beloved carnival gets a modern makeover in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, California
From sax to spuds, get 'em all at this landmark music establishment.
Burbank, California
An oddity shop filled with loads of bones, skulls, crafting materials, vintage taxidermy, and more.
Los Angeles, California
The programmatic glory of LA's giant whiskey barrel building has become an upscale reminder of the city's kitschy roadside past.