Whether you’re a tourist or you’ve lived in the city all your life, new, unexpected adventures are just waiting to be be discovered. Deep underground, hiding behind surprising storefronts, and even high above crowded streets, this city is bursting with curious wonders.

Here at Atlas Obscura, we’ve partnered with Volkswagen to celebrate the joy of discovery by selecting some of our favorite hidden wonders around the five boroughs. Go ahead, hit the road!