We know your travel plans have been put on hold right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still visit some of your top destinations! Virtual tours are providing homebound travelers with incredible experiences. We’ve compiled some of the best virtual tour destinations for your travel pleasure. From diving into the deep blue sea to wandering the halls of the White House, adventure awaits you!
The White House in Washington, D.C.
Have you ever wanted to see the Oval Office or stroll through The White House Rose Garden? Now is your chance! Click here to access virtual tours of The White House, the surrounding grounds, and some of its featured art. This is a tour the whole family will love!
Additional government tours:
The U.S. Capitol
The U.S. Department of Treasury
Frank Lloyd Wright Homes in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago is a mecca for famous homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, including his own home and studio. In fact, Chicago features the largest number of Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the country. Now you can explore these iconic homes without ever leaving home! Click here to start your tour.
Additional Chicago virtual tours:
Adler Planetarium
Millennium Park
Museum of Modern Art in New York City
Since 1929, MoMA has helped art novices, and art lovers discover the joy of modern art. Now MoMA’s virtual doors are open to everyone each Thursday to explore exhibits from the comfort of home. The next virtual tour on Thursday, May 14th, features Neri Oxman, a pioneer of materials science. For a complete listing of MoMA virtual tours, click here.
Smithsonian Natural History Museum in Washington, D.C.
Nature lovers will be fascinated by these unique virtual tours! From roaming with the dinosaurs to swimming in the deep ocean, you’ll get to explore worlds unknown from the comfort of home! Plus, the Smithsonian Natural History Museum has added virtual tours access to exhibits no longer on display to its roster. Click here to begin your adventure!
Additional museum virtual tours:
Boston Children’s Museum in Boston, Massachusetts
The Getty Center in Los Angeles, California
Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia
Get up close and personal with fish, sharks, sea lions, and more at the Georgia Aquarium! Live webcams give visitors a sneak peek at the real-time activities in the various exhibits. It’s not just an interesting and educational experience, but a good resource if you just need a relaxing break! Click here to start watching.
Additional animal-related virtual tours:
San Diego Zoo in San Diego, California
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, California
Yosemite National Park in Central California
Take a stroll through the awe-inspiring Yosemite National Park without having to put on your hiking boots! Yosemite offers some of the best virtual tours we’ve seen so far. Explore the great outdoors at places like Nevada Fall, Tuolumne Meadows, and the Diving Board. If a nature fix is what you’re looking for, this tour is for you! Click here to begin exploring.
Additional National Park Virtual Tours:
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii County, Hawaii
Crater Lake National Park in Southern Oregon
We hope you have fun exploring or revisiting these destinations! As always, we’re here to answer any of your travel questions during this challenging time. Feel free to reach out to a member of our team if we can help in any way. We look forward to welcoming you back to SHD for your next in-person adventure!