Museum of Illusions London
Overview
Location
- Address
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15-17 Tottenham Court RoadLondonW1T 1BJ
- [email protected]
About
Step into a world of wonder at Museum of Illusions London, located in the heart of the city on Tottenham Court Road.
Get ready to become part of the illusion as you navigate your way through hands-on interactive illusion rooms, installations, and optical illusions.
Why visit the Museum of Illusions?
- Enjoy immersive, mind-bending fun with friends and family.
- Challenge your sense of reality with baffling optical illusions.
- Capture the moment with unique photo opportunities.
What to expect
Expect to have your sense of perspective challenged in vortex tunnels, infinity rooms and walk-in kaleidoscopes.
Dangle from the iconic door of 10 Downing Street, walk up the side of a red telephone box or lose yourself in the Infinity Room, where endless reflections seem to make the space go on forever. Visit the Cloning Table to share a table with multiple versions of yourself, strike an impossible pose in the Symmetry Room or test your sense of balance in the Vortex Tunnel.
Optical illusions including Shepherd’s Boxes and the Fraser Spiral will make you doubt the evidence of your own eyes. Each illusion includes a simple explanation, so you’ll learn the science behind the trick as you explore.
Whether it’s your holidays, half-term, a rainy weekend, or just a few spare hours in the city, Museum of Illusions London Tottenham Court Road offers hands-on fun, surprising science and unforgettable memories all in one place.
How to book Museum of Illusions London tickets
Book official tickets with Visit London using the Book Now button on this page.
Where is Museum of Illusions in London?
Find Museum of Illusions London at 15-17 Tottenham Court Road, a two-minute walk away from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station (Central, Northern and Elizabeth lines) and a six-minute walk from Goodge Street Tube Station (Northern line).
There are also plenty of buses that stop on Tottenham Court Road, minutes away from the Museum’s entrance.
What is the Museum of Illusions?
Museum of Illusions features fun-filled interactive illusion rooms.
How long does a visit take?
A visit to the Museum of Illusions usually lasts between 60 and 90 minutes.
Is the Museum of Illusions suitable for children?
Yes, the Museum of Illusions is suitable for children, but they must be accompanied by an adult.
Do I need to book tickets in advance?
Tickets can be purchased at the door, but it is advisable to book in advance to guarantee entry at your chosen time.
How much are Museum of Illusions tickets?
Find the prices for Museum of Illusions tickets and book with Visit London using the booking button on this page.
| Adult ticket | From £29.00 per ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Child ticket | From £24.00 per ticket | |
| Concession ticket | From £26.00 per ticket | |
| Family ticket | From £96.30 per ticket | |
| Infant ticket | Free | |
| Senior ticket | From £26.00 per ticket |
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Museum of Illusions opening times
Open daily: Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 8pm, Friday to Saturday: 10am to 9pm. Last entry one hour before close.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Access Inside Building Facilities
- Accessible lift
- All routes suitable for limited mobility users
- Lift buttons with raised numbers or letters
- Seating for limited mobility users along routes
- Some routes suitable for limited mobility users
- Some routes suitable for wheelchair users
- Steps with handrail within building
- Steps within building
- Access into the Building
- Assisted wheelchair access
- Automatic doors
- Full, non-assisted wheelchair access
- Accessible Communication Facilities
- Audible alarm system
- Clear signage (colour contrast, large letters or pictograms)
- Films or information touch screens have visual/audible subtitles
- Information available in large print
- Accessible Venue Facilities
- Access discounts available
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities
- Staff available to assist
- Staff disability awareness trained
- Wheelchairs available free of charge
- Additional Accessible Facilities
- Accessible baby changing rooms
- Level access, ramp or lift from entrance to reception
- Level access, ramp or lift to information point
- Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point
- Low payment counters
- Low reception or information counters
- Portable chip and pin machines
- Attraction Facilities
- Gift shop
- Patron toilets
- Booking Facilities
- Coach parties accepted
- Group bookings accepted
- Children Facilities
- Children welcome
- Event Facilities
- Breakout Rooms
- Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
- General Facilities
- Escalators
- Free WiFi
- Lifts
- Lockers
- Payment Facilities
- Group rates available