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On May 18, 2025, in celebration of International Museum Day, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) has chosen the theme “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities.” This theme highlights the increasingly important role of museums in adapting to social, technological, and community needs. Museums are no longer just places to preserve and display historical artifacts but have become centers for education, cultural exchange, and creativity.

We are thrilled to share some exciting news about our recent collaboration with Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, which opened its doors in June 2023. As a key player in cultural and tourism solutions, Orpheo has brought an extra layer of enchantment to the wonders of the wizarding world with the introduction of our cutting-edge Orpheo Touch devices!

Brussels City Hall, a Gothic masterpiece located on the UNESCO-listed Grand Place, stands as one of the most cherished historical and architectural icons of Belgium. Dating back to the 15th century, this landmark invites visitors to explore its richly decorated rooms and storied corridors. Alongside Brussels Major Events, Orpheo has brought this experience to life through an immersive, multilingual visitor journey. From providing visitor devices to producing immersive content

For the past 3 years, Orpheo has collaborated with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in Abu Dhabi, delivering a comprehensive visitor solution to enhance exploration and understanding of this iconic landmark. From providing visitor devices to producing immersive content and developing the app, Orpheo has been working alongside the Mosque to create a unique multimedia visit.

In 2023, Orpheo proudly announces a partnership with Leeds Castle, one of the Ten Treasure Houses of England. As a leader in UK tourism, Orpheo introduces its latest technological offering—the Orpheo Hybe multimedia guide. This cutting-edge device emerged as a natural choice for Leeds Castle, fostering an immersive journey through history.

<p>After 4 years of research and development, we are proud to unveil the Orpheo Hybe. Incorporating smart technology, this versatile device is suitable for different kinds of tourist attractions. The Hybe can be used as an audio guide for self-guided tours as well as a radio system for group visits with its pre-recorded multimedia content. The versatile and innovative solution of choice for the exceptional Château de Versailles.</p>

<p>Among its many activities, the Food and Agriculture Organization (F.A.O.) has carried out two projects in Rome in 2021 to promote the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) linked to the 2030 Agenda and involving Orpheo as a technology partner. Orpheo was responsible for developing several web apps along with audio recordings in two languages (Italian and English).</p>

Orpheo partners with Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi and provides the famous amusement park with state-of-the-art Orpheo TG digital tour guides. Experience a world of family fun at Yas Island, an adventure playground for everyone. Discover splashing excitement at Yas Waterworld, speed and thrills at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and 29 rides and attractions as well as over 35 live characters to meet at Warner Bros.

Regarded as one of the most exquisite exemplars of High Baroque architecture in Europe, St. John’s Co-Cathedral stands as a testament to the artistic prowess of the Knights of Malta, who meticulously crafted it between 1573 and 1578. While its exterior projects an aura of military fortitude, the interior unfolds a mesmerizing tapestry of intricately carved walls, a painted vaulted ceiling, and a marble floor adorned with the tombs of valiant Knights.

Set sail on a voyage with Ponant ships as our audiophones now accompany travelers on their maritime adventures! As the exclusive French cruise line, Ponant offers a luxurious 5-star experience, embodying the essence of the “French way of life” – a philosophy seamlessly extended to the Orpheo equipment, proudly designed and manufactured in France.

<p>Orpheo is stoked to announce our new partnership with the Whitney Museum, recognized as the foremost institution for 20th-century and contemporary art in the United States. The Whitney Museum has chosen our cutting-edge technology to enhance the visitor experience during the two-year tenure of the Andy Warhol exhibit, running until March 2019 in New York. Specifically, Orpheo will be providing 200 Orpheo Touch units, the latest innovation in our extensive range of devices.

Orpheo is delighted to introduce internationally the project “Civita Lives On!“, a multisensory visit experience available in seven languages, giving a voice and identity to Civita di Bagnoregio and its surroundings. Located in the Latium region, not far from Rome, this village inspired Miyazaki’s famous animated film, “Howl’s Moving Castle,” making it one of Italy’s iconic sites abroad.

Just a short distance from Amiens, France, in the tranquil village of Villers-Bretonneux, the Sir John Monash Center is taking shape. Its primary objective? To stand as a poignant tribute to World War I, spotlighting the crucial role and sacrifices made by the unknown Australian soldiers on the historic battlefields of Somme.

Famous throughout the world for its beautiful architecture and the richness of its collections, the Musée d&#8217;Orsay decided to redesign its digital cultural mediation through innovative solutions for individual and guided tours for all audiences and chose Orpheo&#8217;s solution to fullfill this goal. Thanks to its experienced staff, cutting-edge devices and solutions (audioguides and radioguides) Oprheo will be offering its high-class services to the visitors of Orsay Mu

Orpheo is proud to be involved in one of the most important archaeological sites in the world : « Journey in the Forum », the new project for the valorisation of the Imperial Forum.  Launched in 2014, this show has been attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors with unanimous approval. With our new innovative solution, the synchronisation between theaudio commentary and 3D video mapping projected onto the ruins of the archaeological area, is even more efficient.

We have been waiting a long time, but here it comes, the new Cartier in Motion exhibition at the Design Museum in London, curated by Norman Foster. A whole new exhibition, telling the story of the man who invented the modern wristwatch. Come along and explore this unique collection, retracing the evolution of Paris in the 20th&nbsp;Century and its influence on Cartier, but also the creator’s different connections with Santos-Dumont and other pioneers of the age.

Have you ever wondered what a Bridge sounded like? Hull City of Culture 2017 and Opera North chose to work with Orpheo to design the deepest experience you’ll ever have on a bridge. A trio of Norwegian musicians and composers, and sound artist Jez Riley French, along with musicians from Opera North, created this unique experience on the Humber Bridge: Get an audio-guide, a pair of headphones, and dive into the beauty of the landscape.

Orpheo can adapt to a diversity of projects just like the one by Julia Chesnokova, the Russian entrepreneur behind Food &amp; Success. The idea? To concoct some educational programs for professionals in the catering sector: chefs, sommeliers, cooks… Intensive training, lessons and tours are available. The young company called on Orpheo for its OTG tour guide system needs.

Almost 20 years after one of the most striking tragedy of the 21st Century, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum has chosen to work with Orpheo. Together, we offer the visitor the possibility to discover the reconstruction of this place that was then, a mass of debris. A tribute that is, without any doubt, worth seeing in person.

For the second time, the Institut du Monde Arabe has collaborated with Orpheo for this mouth-watering exhibition. After “Il était une fois l’Orient Express’, today our audio guides are commentating “Ocean Explorers”. This ode to travel invites visitors to follow in the footsteps of Sinbad and Marco Polo, from the times when Arabian Kings ruled the oceans, all-important trade routes, and up to the discoveries of the great European navigators.