IMMERSIVE LEARNING - Free Educational VR Apps & 3D Virtual Tours for Students
Explore an exciting collection of free VR apps and 3D virtual tours that help bring learning to life! Whether you're studying science, history, art, or public speaking, these resources are perfect for engaging students in immersive, hands-on ways. Most are accessible through web browsers or compatible with VR headsets like Google Cardboard and Oculus.
Discovery Education Virtual Field Trips
Immersive 3D experiences across STEM, history, and agriculture. Students can explore ancient Egypt, drive lunar rovers, and more.
Learning Link: https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/
The Nature Conservancy – Nature Lab
Virtual field trips for ages 9–15 to explore environments around the world. Includes videos, teacher guides, and student activities.
Learning Link:
https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/virtual-field-trips/
Nearpod VR Field Trips
A library of immersive VR experiences that allow students to explore different cultures and environments.
Learning Link:: https://nearpod.com/t/nearpod-vr-F146040
WorldWide Telescope
Open-source tool to explore astronomical data and the universe in a virtual planetarium setting.
Learning Link: https://www.worldwidetelescope.org/home
PhET Interactive Simulations
Over 125 interactive simulations in physics, chemistry, biology, earth science, and math from the University of Colorado Boulder.
Learning Link:: https://phet.colorado.edu/
NASA Johnson Space Center Virtual Tour
Explore the NASA Johnson Space Center online with educational content related to space exploration.
Learning Link: https://www.nasa.gov/johnson/virtual-tours/
The Louvre Online Tours
Virtual walk-throughs of Louvre galleries and exhibits, exploring art and architecture.
Learning Link: https://www.louvre.fr/en/online-tours
Norman Rockwell Museum Virtual Tour
Interactive tour featuring over 250 artworks, educational videos, and lesson plans.
Learning Link: https://www.nrm.org/virtualmuseum/
Ellis Island Virtual Tour
Explore the history of immigration to America through a 30-minute tour with stories and photo exhibits.
Learning Link: https://www.nps.gov/hdp/exhibits/ellis/ellis_index.html
Yellowstone National Park Virtual Tours
Virtual walks and explorations of Yellowstone with photos, maps, and guided experiences.
Learning Link: https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtours.htm
Edutopia – Virtual Field Trip Resources
A curated list of virtual field trip resources for educators to enhance lesson planning.
Learning Link: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-free-resources-virtual-field-trips/
PBS Learning Media
Free standards-aligned teaching resources including videos, lesson plans, and educational games.
Learning Link: https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/
Titans of Space® Cardboard VR
A guided tour of the solar system featuring immersive visuals and narration.
Learning Link: https://titans-of-space-cardboard-vr.en.aptoide.com/app
MoleculE VR
Visualize molecular structures and chemistry interactions in VR.
Learning Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.AppMinded.MoleculeVR
VirtualSpeech – Public Speaking VR
Practice public speaking in various realistic virtual environments to build communication skills.
Learning Link:
https://support.virtualspeech.com/hc/en-gb/articles/4419073177617-VR-app-download
Virry: Game with Wild Animals
Interact with wild animals and learn about their behaviors and habitats.
Learning Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/virry-game-learn-wild-animals/id946168827
Human Anatomy 4D in VR/AR/MR
Journey through the human body and explore internal systems in 3D.
Learning Link:
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