Fantastic Art Museums Around the World

Visiting art museums is a wonderful and rewarding way of gaining information and insight into the culture of any city or country. The art museums that several large cities have invested in are such marvelous sights that even those who regularly dread or scorn them will be taken aback by their extensive and intriguing collections. Art lovers will want to spend days on end in these treasure troves, as their offerings will make for an unforgettable experience. Read about some of the most fantastic museums from around the world in the list below, and get ready to book a trip to see the collections that will no doubt tantalize you:

• Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois – The world's finest is on display at this Midwestern Mecca of art, with ancient and modern pieces from all over the world in its collections. Thrilling temporary exhibitions, great public programs and collaboration with online classes draw crowds into this institution. 
• Fantasy Art Museum in Vienna, Austria – This special museum focuses on exhibiting art portraying the realm of fantasy and the surreal. The collections contain pieces from World War II to the present day.
• Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland – The collections of this museum focus mostly on medieval and Renaissance art from the Upper Rhine region, as well as European works spanning from the 19th to the 21st century.
• Musée du Louvre in Paris, France – One of the most famous art museums in the world, and the home of the Mona Lisa, the museum's collection also contains priceless artworks from around the world. 
• Saatchi Gallery in London, England – Housing the private collection of Charles Saatchi, this gallery allows visitors to experience the most cutting edge modern art. 
• State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia – Originally the private collection of the imperial family, see the works from the Masters and artists of the Soviet era, and you'll understand why the Hermitage is such an impressive and historic sight to see.
• Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C. – This American landmark contains an exclusive and historical collection form the most recognized and talented artists that have inhabited the United States. Learn more about studying art history and the works of American artists here.
• Tate Modern in London – One of the most famed galleries of international modern art, this converted power station sits in the heart of London, offering visitors a range of art experiences with its massive spaces and impressive exhibitions. 
• The Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York – Given the title of the foremost museum of modern art in the world, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is a must-see for anyone in New York. Its collection comprises paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, architectural models and drawings, and design objects, all of which inform the culture of art worldwide. 
• Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy – One of the most famous museums in the world, the Uffizi contains an extensive collection of paintings and sculpture. Full of the works of Italian masters and their European counterparts, the institution is a Florentine landmark.

Sources

Saatchi Gallery (2012)

Exploring Abroad (2011)