[WATCH] 22 Hidden Gems in New York City That Even Locals Miss

Discover New York City's lesser-known wonders beyond the usual tourist routes, from the mesmerizing nightly Midnight Moment art display in Times Square to the tranquil escape of the Roosevelt Island Tramway offering stunning skyline views, which also connects to the haunting smallpox hospital ruins and the serene Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park. Explore the whimsical Life Underground Sculptures scattered throughout the 14th Street – Eighth Avenue Subway Station, or step into the quirky Mmuseumm in an alley's elevator shaft. Battery Park hosts the enchanting Seaglass Carousel with its fish-shaped seats and the historic Titanic Memorial Park. Delve into American history at Fraunces Tavern, the city’s oldest tavern, or find the towering Captain America Statue in Industry City. Embrace your inner hero at the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co., a front for a non-profit writing center, or journey through the past at the New York Transit Museum in a decommissioned subway station. Pop culture fans will love visiting Tom's Restaurant, famous for its Seinfeld exterior, the hidden Paley Park with its calming waterfall, and the rooftop green space of the Elevated Acre in the Financial District. Experience punk rock history at The Ramp (Ramones mural) in Queens, ponder the city's smallest private property, the Hess Triangle, and admire the unique Rudolph de Harak Digital Clock. Movie buffs can visit the iconic Ghostbusters HQ (Hook & Ladder Company 8) in Tribeca and pay homage to hip-hop at Beastie Boys Square. The Franklin Street Subway Station features a touching Aretha Franklin Respect tribute, while the Back Room Speakeasy offers a glimpse into Prohibition-era New York. Finally, discover unique finds at the Brooklyn Flea Market in Dumbo, enjoy the artistic landscape of Little Island, and reflect at the Irish Hunger Memorial in Battery Park.