Edinburgh Illusion Museum

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions    

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Edinburgh's oldest visitor attraction, located at the top of the Royal Mile. Five floors of fascinating, hands-on, interactive exhibits. Where 21st Century tech meets classic illusions and historic science. ā€¦
Edinburgh's oldest visitor attraction, located at the top of the Royal Mile. Five floors of fascinating, hands-on, interactive exhibits. Where 21st Century tech meets classic illusions and historic science. It's a great day out for all ages. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is the only place where you can discover the whole of Edinburgh without leaving the room. During a visit anything is possible in this world of visual trickery, from getting lost in the Mirror Maze, to shrinking yourself like Alice in Wonderland. And don't forget to visit the Rooftop Terrace, for the best views of Edinburgh, a photo opportunity not to be missed. Open late all year. A five-star rated visitor attraction and in the top five things to do on TripAdvisor.

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4.5/5 · 16,662 reviews
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Jan 3, 2025
I live in Edinburgh and love this place to take my son. He loves the variety of exhibitions and all the different things to try. It is brilliant for kids. I wish we could go more often, but the tickeā€¦ Full review by Colin B
Jan 1, 2025
It is a great date activity for couples of all ages. Had a fantastic time, one of our favourite bits was the top floor looking over Edinburgh Full review by Aaron B
Dec 31, 2024
Really good way to while away a couple of hours in the rain. Just make sure you get to the Camera Obscura room at your allotted time - was all a bit confusing. Full review by KLR1977
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Established in 1835 by entrepreneur Maria Theresa Short, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions holds historical significance in the deā€¦
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Perched on top of the Royal Mile, Camera Obscura is the place to 'see' Edinburgh - however not necessarily by looking at the vieā€¦
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is a major tourist attraction in the Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland. Founded by entrepreneā€¦
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Do the Discount Partner discounts have to be used the same day as the visit to Camera Obscura?
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I didnā€™t have any partner discount
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Hello! I'm a hungarian university student. Can I use the student discount? (European Youth Card)
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Hello and thank you for your question. If your youth card states you're a student, we can accept this. We would also accept a student ID card from your university if you have one.
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My partner currently gets PIP. I am her carer but donā€™t currently have my carers allowance letter or card. If my partner ā€¦
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My partner currently gets PIP. I am her carer but donā€™t currently have my carers allowance letter or card. If my partner brought her PIP award letter would that be proof enough?
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Hi there. Yes, the PIP award letter is enough proof for our Carer discount. Thank you, we look forward to welcoming you for a visit.
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Answer by Beth J · Sep 4, 2022
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How long does a visit take?
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Most people find it takes about one hour and 45 minutes to get around all our attractions. Go at your own pace and spend as long as you like enjoying...
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