Travel virtually to world-famous museums and attractions

In a world full of technology, museums virtually open their doors to the public. You can also admire other breathtaking attractions from all over the world from your seat. Now that we have to stay inside as much as possible, the art lovers and world travelers among you can enjoy this for free and for nothing. We have listed a number of memorable museums and attractions per continent that you can visit virtually: Europe as the ultimate art source, wander around the Louvre Museum in Paris, climb the Machu Picchu in Peru, or walk on the Great Wall in China. And it's all virtual!

Shout-out to the "Google Arts and Culture project" that makes many of these virtual tours possible.

• Europe
• North America
• Asia
• South America
• Africa and the Middle East

Europe

Amsterdam

In the heart of Amsterdam, it is bursting with museums full of art. And luckily for you, some of these art houses have a virtual tour on offer. So you can pay a visit to the well-known Rijksmuseum, home to Dutch art and history, including works by the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt. You can also virtually admire the works of (none other than) Vincent Van Gogh in the Van Gogh Museum.

Paris

No one loves art more than the Parisiens. Walking in Paris feels like a tour in an art museum. Drink a glass of French wine, eat a block of French cheese and visit some French museums virtually. You can admire the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum without all that tourist madness. Or you can go back to the 19th French Century and dream away at the works of Monet or Cézanne at the Musée d'Orsay. You can also visit one of the most visited sights in the world, namely The Eiffel Tower. Finally, just outside of Paris, you have the huge Château de Versailles that you can view virtually.

London

In addition to their 'English breakfast' and 'tea-time', the British love art. London includes some of the most impressive museums and you can also visit them virtually. For example, you can visit the British Museum with one of the largest art collections in the world. You also have a virtual tour of the famous art museum: National Gallery in Trafalgar Square. You can also return to prehistoric times from behind your computer and admire one of the largest natural history collections in the Natural History Museum. Not so far from London, you can finally admire the mysterious Stonehenge monument from home.

Rome

"Ah la bella Italia!"

Where history, architecture, and art can be found in every corner. You don't necessarily have to go anywhere, the streets of Rome are a museum in themselves. Hey look there, the Trevi Fountain or there the Colosseum. Fortunately, you can virtually wander around this beautiful city. If you want to visit a museum in Rome virtually, be amazed by the famous ceiling of the Sistine Chapel or see the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, among others, in the Pio-Clementino Museum. The Vatican offers virtual tours of all the Vatican museums.

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North America

Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York

With more than 2 million works of art from all over the world, the Metropolitan Museum (or "The Met" in New York vernacular) is one of the most impressive art museums. From ancient treasures to relics of ancient Egypt, from African to Asian art, from works of art by the greatest European artists to an extensive American art collection. So there is something for every art lover. Now travel virtually to The Met now.

Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C.

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. like the Natural History Museum in London, holds the world's largest natural history collections, including the African savannah elephant and giant North Atlantic whale. Each exhibition is virtually visible, so to speak you are really present in the museum.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York

5th Avenue not only serves for shopping, but also for art spotting. Here you have the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. De The spiral architecture of the building is already a work of art in itself. But once inside, you fall over by the movements of modern and contemporary art. Admire the work of Picasso from your seat.

There is not only one "Guggenheim" in New York, but did you know that there is also one in Spain? The Guggenheim in Bilbao is also definitely worth a virtual visit.

J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles

Jean Paul Getty was a successful oil farmer and at the time one of the richest people in the world. But he is best known for his rather expensive hobby as an art collector. His collected art collections can now be admired at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles simply from home thanks to technology. Getty had art treasures from Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Monet.

National Parks

In addition to museums, the United States has beautiful national parks that you can virtually visit. So you can virtually walk through the Bryce Canyon in Utah and dream away from your computer at the beautiful starry sky. You can also virtually travel to Hawaii and fly over active volcanoes. Or does virtual kayaking between icebergs in Alaska sound more fun to you? Find out now!

Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico

Frida Kahlo was a famous Mexican artist best known for her intimate self-portraits in which her sad life story plays the leading role. This talented lady grew up in a poor neighborhood in Mexico. The house of her childhood has now been transformed into the Frida Kahlo Museum. This historic house museum is also called the Blue House, referring to the striking cobalt blue walls of this colorful house. Does this museum look like something for you? Then take a virtual tour of Frida's collection.

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Asia

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Seoul

In the capital of South Korea, the ultra-modern Seoul, you can now pay a virtual visit to the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. This art museum has gained a lot of fame abroad and is mainly known for its modern Korean architecture and design. It also has a strong international collection, including works by Andy Warhol.

Angkor Wat in Cambodia

This temple paradise is the largest religious monument in the world. The only drawback is that crazy tourist crowd, but here we have the solution: a virtual tour of Angkor Wat. Virtually view the most brilliant buildings each with their own story and history. Wander around among the magical ruins without getting lost.

The Great Wall of China

A wall thousands of miles long? Walking? Crazy for sure! Then do a virtual walk from your couch. The Great Wall of China gives you countless breathtaking views and beautiful wall sections. What once served as a defense line in times of war, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and well worth a visit.

Taj Mahal in India

The structure for the romantic souls among us is the Taj Mahal in India. The ruler of the Mughal Empire, Shah Jahn, had this beautiful monument built as a burial place for his beloved wife. This was a symbol of his ** eternal love** to her, how sweet is that? Virtually admire this memorable mausoleum with its accompanying reflection pond and paradise gardens.

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South America

El MASP in Sao Paulo

The São Paulo Museum of Art, or the MASP, is the most important art museum in Brazil. We definitely recommend you to take a virtual look. Why? What really makes this museum so special is the unique way of exhibiting. All the paintings are displayed on crystal easels, so it seems as if the paintings are floating in the air.

"There is a Rembrandt floating there! Oh hey, there is a Picasso floating over there!"

It's magic!

Christ The Redeemer in Rio De Janeiro

The largest statue of Jesus Christ and also one of the most famous images in the world is the Christ The Redeemer or Jesus The Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro. The more than 38 meter high work of art is exhibited on the Corvocado mountain. Not only the Art Deco statue is impressive to see, the 360 degree view is breathtaking. Virtually admire this beautiful statue and at the same time enjoy the most beautiful views of the city below.

Machu Picchu in Peru

This city was built more than 500 years ago, but how? That is still a mystery to this day. High up in the Andes mountains in Peru, the Incas built this city without any carts with wheels or animals. Discover more about the history and beauty of Machu Picchu via a virtual tour with 360 degree view and voiceover.

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Africa and the Middle East

The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

Egypt: the land of the Pharaohs, hieroglyphics and... pyramids! Just outside of Cairo are the three largest and most famous pyramids in all of Egypt: the Pyramids of Giza. They are among the oldest structures of mankind with an age of almost 5,000 years old. A little further down the road lies the world famous sphinx of Giza. The art history enthusiasts among you can travel virtually to Egypt and see these wonders of the world up close.

Petra in Jordan

The town of Petra in Jordan was built more than 2,000 years ago. This unique city in the desert is now a gigantic historical park full of ruins: from the Treasury to the Amphitheatre, from the Monastery to the Royal Tombs. Would you like to visit the historic city of Petra, but not ready for a long walk in extreme heat? Then we have some good news. You can virtually walk the entire tour through Petra.

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