Experience museums, tourist attractions and opera houses around the world from your home

For discerning travelers seeking new inspiration, virtual tours offer a sophisticated gateway to global culture. Thanks to cutting-edge digital platforms, you can now immerse yourself in the world’s most celebrated museums, historic sites, and opera houses without leaving your living room.

Below, we share a curated selection of our top virtual experiences to ignite your wanderlust.

Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum stands as a beacon of fine art, renowned for its exceptional Dutch Golden Age collection. Visitors from around the globe flock to view Rembrandt’s iconic Night Watch, Van Gogh’s evocative self-portrait, and Vermeer’s luminous The Milkmaid. Thanks to Google Arts & Culture, you can now enjoy an immersive virtual stroll through these storied galleries, exploring masterworks in high resolution and gaining fresh perspective on centuries of artistic achievement.

Established in 1759, the British Museum is a cornerstone of world heritage, housing over 8 million artifacts from all continents. Its origins trace back to Sir Hans Sloane’s extensive personal collection, which has since expanded to encompass cultural treasures from every epoch. The architectural marvel of the Great Court—bathed in natural light beneath a soaring glass roof—invites visitors to lose themselves among storied objects like the Rosetta Stone and the Nereid Monument. Through its partnership with Google, the British Museum provides a seamless virtual experience, allowing you to delve into its iconic halls and discover history’s most enduring relics from anywhere in the world.

Celebrated as one of the world’s premier opera venues, the Metropolitan Opera—affectionately called “the Met”—has set the standard for grand performances since opening its doors in 1883. Each season, hundreds of thousands attend live, while millions more savor the artistry online. The Met’s digital archive now features over 700 full-length productions, offering opera aficionados and newcomers alike the opportunity to experience spellbinding performances from home. Whether you seek classic arias or contemporary premieres, the Met’s virtual platform ensures access to world-class opera at your fingertips.

Spanning nearly 3,000 square kilometers in California’s Sierra Nevada, Yosemite National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its dramatic waterfalls, towering granite cliffs, and biodiverse meadows. With its immersive 360-degree virtual tours, Yosemite brings its awe-inspiring vistas directly to your screen. Ambient soundscapes, high-definition panoramas, and interactive guides combine to create an authentic digital escape. This virtual journey is ideal for nature lovers seeking a taste of the park’s grandeur before planning an in-person adventure.

Set at the heart of Beijing just north of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City is a UNESCO-listed marvel of Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. Completed in the 1420s, this imperial palace complex was home to 24 emperors and remains a symbol of China’s dynastic legacy. Since opening to the public in the early 20th century, it has become a must-see for visitors to Beijing. Today, state-of-the-art virtual tours allow you to wander its legendary courtyards and opulent halls, bringing centuries of imperial history to life in vivid detail.

For more exclusive digital travel experiences, explore Google Arts & Culture—a leading platform offering curated virtual access to over 1,200 museums and historic sites across the globe.