Travel

Like My Modern Met on Facebook

May 13, 2019

7 Famous Fountains Overflowing with Beauty Around the World

If you want to take in the art and culture of a city, you might make your way to its most popular museums. On top of these indoor institutions, exploring en plein air art is a great way way to experience a city's creative side. Popular outdoor destinations include verdant gardens, historic squares, and spectacular fountains. Here, we take a tour of the most famous fountains in the world.

Read Article

May 4, 2019

Take a Sweet Peek Inside Paris’ Oldest Chocolate Shop

As the confectionery capital of the world, Paris has no shortage of candy shops.

Read Article

May 3, 2019

Discover the Intriguing History of an Unusual Castle Built into the Side of a Cave

The weird and wonderful Predjama Castle seems like it belongs in a fantasy world, but the real history behind this...

Read Article

April 30, 2019

Holland’s Largest “Flower Stream” Garden Bursts with 7 Million Colorful Blooms

Each year when spring arrives, one of the world's largest flower gardens opens its doors to visitors, allowing millions to soak in its beauty. Stretching over 79 acres, the Keukenhof is a spectacular garden located in South Holland. About 7 million bulbs are planted here each year, showing off the best Dutch flower producers.

Read Article

April 23, 2019

6 of the Most Beautiful Metro Stations Around the World

Do you rely on underground trains to take you to and from work every day?

Read Article

April 18, 2019

My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to New York City

New York City has earned the reputation of being “the city that never sleeps” with good reason.

Read Article

Learn From
Top Artists

VIEW ALL COURSES

My Modern Met Store Shop All Products

Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf

by Shovava

$62.00

Frida Kahlo Action Figure

by Today is Art Day

$29.99

Big Wooden Cat Pile Game

by Comma

$39.95

Viviva Colorsheets

by Viviva Colorsheets

$19.95

April 15, 2019

8 of the World’s Most Awe-Inspiring Ancient Ruins

Today, there are plenty of ways we can get a glimpse into the past. Looking at old photos and gazing at artifacts in museums can help us learn about history, but the best way to feel like you're really time traveling is by setting foot on age-old sites.

Read Article

April 9, 2019

10 Dazzling Gardens Around the World That Explode with Color and Character

Who doesn't love a nice stroll in the garden?

Read Article

April 5, 2019

Photographer Braves Disorienting White Sand Dunes to Capture Otherworldly Images

Nestled near the southern end of New Mexico is White Sands, a National Monument with a landscape that is seemingly...

Read Article

March 29, 2019

This Luxury Japanese Maternity Hospital Provides 5 Star Postpartum Care

Childbirth is one of the most amazing moments of a woman’s life but it’s also, understandably, totally exhausting. That’s why Keiai Hospital in Fujimi City, Japan offer new mothers a luxury five-day stay to help them rest and recuperate post-birth. The privately owned maternity hospital has been catering to moms and babies since 1971, so it’s well-versed in world-class care.

Read Article