The pandemic affords a free escape into the most illustrious museums, all from your home.

The Louvre offers online tours of her galleries, including a virtual reality Mona Lisa viewing. May we suggest Founding Myths: From Hercules to Darth Vader as ground zero for enthusiastic revelation.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides access to pieces inspiring contemporary artists. Dozens of audio tours, along with immersive video into the museum’s most iconic spaces, are gratis.

The executive director of the Egyptian Museum streams video tours of exhibits ranging from artifacts of The Valley of Kings to The Royal Mummy Room.

Wanting more? MoMA, The Vatican Museums, and The British Museum are among many renowned salons affording unprecedented access. Imagination awaits.