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Van Gogh – The Immersive Experience

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Van Gogh Immersive Experience York with Visit York Pass

Step into van Gogh's masterpieces with a 360-degree digital art experience in the historic St Mary's church in York.

Highlights

Why you shouldn't miss this attraction
Step inside van Gogh's most famous paintings and become part of his artistic world
Experience a unique 360-degree digital art experience
Immerse yourself in the genius's world within the historic York St Mary's church
Discover van Gogh's life and work in a completely new, emotional way

What awaits you on site

An Unforgettable Van Gogh Immersive Experience

Have you ever dreamed of stepping inside a painting? Van Gogh – The Immersive Experience York makes this dream come true. In the beautiful, historic York St Mary's church, a spectacular immersive v an Gogh exhibit awaits you, revolutionarily combining art and technology. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Vincent van Gogh and experience his most famous works like "The Starry Night" or "The Sunflowers" in a completely new dimension. Your van Gogh immersive experience tickets are already included in your Visit York Pass – saving you money whilst securing access to one of York's most exciting digital art experiences. The 360-degree digital art experience completely envelops you with van Gogh's masterpieces. Enormous projections bring his brushstrokes to life, whilst an emotional musical backdrop guides you through different phases of his life. You won't just be an observer – you'll become part of his artistic vision. The immersive van Gogh exhibit uses cutting-edge technology to provide you with a virtual reality museum experience that engages all your senses. How long do you spend in the van Gogh immersive experience? That's entirely up to you! You can stay as long as you wish and experience the different projection cycles multiple times. Most visitors spend about 60 to 90 minutes in the exhibition to fully experience the entire journey and explore the various rooms. The special ambience of the deconsecrated church enhances the spiritual and emotional impact of the exhibition. Here, history, art and technology merge into an unforgettable experience. With your Visit York Pass, you not only have free entry but can perfectly combine the van Gogh immersive experience with other city attractions. 

Art That Moves You

This digital art experience is more than just an exhibition – it's an emotional journey through van Gogh's turbulent life. The high-resolution projections let you feel his brushwork up close as you wander through wheat fields or stand beneath his famous starry sky. How long you spend in the van Gogh immersive experience is entirely your choice. Many visitors take the opportunity to experience multiple cycles and delve even deeper into van Gogh's world. The impressive backdrop of the medieval church gives the experience a very special atmosphere. This unique combination of historic architecture and cutting-edge technology makes the immersive van Gogh exhibit an absolute highlight of your York visit. 

Visitor information

Opening hours:

Monday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Last entry one hour before closing 

Address:

York St Mary's, Castlegate, York YO1 9RN, United Kingdom

Good to know

The exhibition lasts approximately 45 minutes, but you can stay as long as you wish

Photography is permitted in certain areas of the exhibition 

The exhibition is suitable for all ages 

Wheelchair accessible

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