New York City's modern-day subway system earns its fair share of complaints on a daily basis. That being said, the Big Apple's favorite transportation-centric archive has figured out a way to dispel grumpiness from even the most crotchety of commuters this holiday season.

The New York Transit Museum is offering locals and tourists the opportunity to experience the romance of an antique subway car on its Holiday Nostalgia Rides. Experience the beloved annual tradition and hope on a vintage R train car from the 1930s, decked out to channel the holiday spirit.

Held every Sunday in December, adventurers ride the spirited cars between the 2nd Avenue/Houston Street stop on the uptown F line to 2nd Avenue/96th Street stop on the uptown Q line. Trains will depart from the 2nd Avenue and Houston station at 10 am, noon, 2 pm, and 4 pm. Trains will depart from the 2nd Avenue and 96th Street station at 11 pm, 1 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm. Travelers can board at any of the stops between these two stations and fare is the MTA standard of $2.90.