Ideas for those who love a museum!
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Why Go: It’s iconic, massive, and full of everything from ancient Egyptian temples to European masterpieces.
Solo Vibe: Solo museum days in NYC are a dream — grab an audio guide or wander at your own pace.
Solo Selfie It! On the Met steps à la Gossip Girl or in the Temple of Dendur.
Why Go: One of the most comprehensive science and nature museums in the world — and it’s free!
Solo Vibe: Curious and inspiring — perfect for getting lost in discovery without the pressure of time.
Solo Selfie It! With the Hope Diamond or beneath the giant elephant in the rotunda.
Why Go: A stunning mix of art, gardens, and panoramic city views.
Solo Vibe: Quietly glamorous. Great for a peaceful afternoon with a journal and espresso.
Solo Selfie It! In the sculpture garden overlooking LA.
Why Go: Home to American Gothic, Nighthawks, and Monet’s water lilies.
Solo Vibe: Inspiring and walkable — plus Millennium Park is just steps away.
Solo Selfie It! With the giant Seurat (A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte).
Why Go: Warhol, Van Gogh, and Basquiat all in one place.
Solo Vibe: Edgy and energizing. Ideal for modern art lovers who want to go at their own pace.
Solo Selfie It! With Starry Night — if you can find a moment between crowds.
Why Go: The most visited museum in the world — home to the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.
Solo Vibe: Classic and awe-inspiring. Being solo gives you time to linger in quieter wings.
Solo Selfie It! Pyramid entrance at sunrise or in front of Liberty Leading the People.
Why Go: Ancient artifacts from around the globe — Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and more.
Solo Vibe: Deep and thought-provoking. Free to enter, easy to roam solo.
Solo Selfie It! In the grand glass-roofed atrium.
Why Go: The Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and miles of treasure.
Solo Vibe: Spiritual and overwhelming (in the best way). Great with an early access ticket.
Solo Selfie It! Courtyard of the Pinecone or spiral staircase (no photos in the chapel!).
Why Go: Spain’s greatest works by Goya, Velázquez, and El Greco.
Solo Vibe: Elegant and focused — solo means more time with Las Meninas.
Solo Selfie It! Outside the grand entrance or in the peaceful sculpture gallery.
Why Go: Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s Milkmaid, and a perfect walkable layout.
Solo Vibe: Quiet and reflective. Bonus: It’s right next to the Van Gogh Museum for a two-in-one day.
Solo Selfie It! Beneath the giant Night Watch or in the serene courtyard.
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