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Museums and heritage: the virtual tour as a cultural mediation tool

From simple space presentation to a genuine online museum experience — feedback from the cultural sector.

Far more than a digital reproduction

A virtual tour of a museum or heritage site is not just a digital reproduction: it is a mediation tool. By integrating informative hotspots on artworks, curator videos and themed trails, the online tour becomes a full cultural experience.

Wider access and a new audience

For cultural institutions, 360° immersion makes it possible to:

Make culture accessible to remote audiences or those with reduced mobility.
Prepare the physical visit and enrich the on-site experience.
Reach school audiences with dedicated educational content.
Showcase spaces that are sometimes closed or fragile.

Salle d’exposition blanche avec œuvres variées, visiteurs assis et déambulant sous éclairage muséal — HD Media

Results beyond the screen

HD Media has supported several regional museums in this approach, with measurable results in awareness and physical attendance after the virtual tour went live.