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While sometimes strange roadside attractions can be cheesy and not worth the stop, the ones listed here are definitely worth your consideration. Horror junkies will love options such as the Dapper Cadaver in Hollywood, while those that like to experience something magical should visit the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz. If you’re headed to LA, definitely make stops in the Marionette Theater or the Wacko Soap Plant. Or if you are driving north and looking for something unique, the world’s largest raisin box on Highway 99 is a fun photo op as well. These options and more can be found below.

Dapper Cadaver: Hollywood’s Favorite Horror Movie Prop Store
Southern California | Stores | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

Dapper Cadaver: Hollywood’s Favorite Horror Movie Prop Store

Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Los Angeles
Southern California | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Los Angeles

The Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz: Altered Reality or a Clever Gimmick?
Northern California | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

The Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz: Altered Reality or a Clever Gimmick?

Corpse Flower Bloom at the Huntington Library
Events | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

Corpse Flower Bloom at the Huntington Library

Sun-Maid Store: World’s Largest Raisin Box
Northern California | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

Sun-Maid Store: World’s Largest Raisin Box

Strangely Awesome Shops in Los Angeles for Unique Gifts
Best of Lists | Strangely Awesome | Weird Sites

Strangely Awesome Shops in Los Angeles for Unique Gifts

Peggy Sue’s Diner: 1950’s Style Diner with a Dinosaur Park
Food | Southern California | Weird Sites

Peggy Sue’s Diner: 1950’s Style Diner with a Dinosaur Park

Baker: Attractions at the Desert Oasis on the Drive to Vegas
Central California | Weird Sites

Baker: Attractions at the Desert Oasis on the Drive to Vegas

Wacko Soap Plant: The Los Angeles Shop For Strange Things
Places | Southern California | Weird Sites

Wacko Soap Plant: The Los Angeles Shop For Strange Things

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