Van Gogh to Frida Kahlo – 6 top virtual museum and gallery tours to check out on Google Arts & Culture
From Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum and the Museo Frida Kahlo in Mexico City to the Guggenheim in New York, art lovers can now take a virtual tour of more than 2,500 of the world’s best exhibits virtually – here’s our pick of the best
Has the coronavirus lockdown made you feel bored and uninspired? Well, count your lucky stars, as Google Arts & Culture has recently collaborated with more than 2,500 museums and galleries across the globe so you get to continuously experience the art world at home. This means you get to tour the best exhibitions right on your couch, so time to pause your Netflix binge.
Unsure of which interesting virtual museum experience to enjoy first? We’ve got you covered. Below are six unique museum tours that you can start with.
1. Museo Frida Kahlo
Have you always wanted to explore the history of Frida Kahlo? Then you should definitely consider touring the museum established in her honour. Known as Casa Azul (which translates into the Blue House), the museum dates back to 1904 and was the very place where Latin America’s most iconic artist was born, lived in and died. Expect a lot of colourful folk art and pre-Hispanic relics that reveal a fervent love for Mexico that she passionately shared with the love of her life, Diego Rivera.
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Must-see exhibition: “Appearances Can Be Deceiving”
2. Van Gogh Museum