From escape rooms to pub quizzes, this past year has seen a number of our favourites hobbies go virtual. One virtual activity we have been loving in lockdown is art galleries.
These virtual galleries allow us to travel far and wide to see art from all around the world, from the Louvre in Paris to Korea’s National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
So switch your film night for a night at the gallery this evening with our pick of the best virtual art galleries.
The Louvre, Paris
It’s the world’s most visited museum and over 480,000 of its pieces are on show in this virtual showcase, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. The best part? This exhibition is free!
Jean-Luc Martinez, the Paris museum's president-director, said: "The Louvre is dusting off its treasures, even the least-known.
"For the first time, anyone can access the entire collection of works from a computer or smartphone for free”
Andy Warhol at The Tate
Full of Warhol’s iconic images, from Marilyn Monroe to the Campbell’s Soup Cans, this exhibition includes never before seen works in the UK.
Take a tour around all twelve rooms and learn more about each piece and Warhol’s influences.
Raphael
Celebrating the 500th anniversary of Raphael’s death, this exhibition includes over 100 of his works including the most famous plus the lesser known pieces.
You'll get to see his pieces from all around the world from the comfort of your own home including his works in Italy, the Vatican City, France, England, USA, Germany, Spain and many more.
Rijksmuseum
Experience a video tour of Amsterdam’s Riksmuseum where you can listen to conversations on each piece, making you feel like you’re really there, exploring the museum with friends.
MASP FECHADO
Perhaps a gallery you wouldn't think to visit, Brazil’s MASP FECHADO is previewing each exhibition, allowing you to browse the popular pieces from each collection at your leisure.
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea
Ideal if you're passionate about art, there’s a huge range of exhibitions, talks and tours to get lost in on this site where you’ll be able to learn loads about different artists and their techniques.
The National Gallery
Experience London's National Gallery a little differently. With two tours to choose from, this tour of The National Gallery is great for the whole family. You could even arrange a zoom or Facetime call with friends while you tour around the virtual gallery together.