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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

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The Mound, Edinburgh

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"so much fun! a must in edinburgh."(5 Tips)
"whole range of extraordinary optical illusions."(5 Tips)
"Great fun for adults, I got addicted to the vortex tunnel!"(6 Tips)
"Must visit the vortex tunnel and the mirror maze!"(3 Tips)

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Shamsa AbdulrahmanJanuary 4, 2016
A must when in Edinburgh! 4 storeys of fun. Start from the top down. Come before sunset to enjoy the views. Great for kids, careful with the stairs tho. Must try the vortex & maze!
Amaury JMay 4, 2017
I suggest going not for the camera obscura but from the views from the top floor where you can also learn about the history of Edinburgh buildings. Lots of fun if you go with someone else and for kids
SophiaMay 31, 2016
SO MUCH FUN! give yourself a decent amount of time because you can spend hours here - however if you don't get to do everything before they close, they let you come back, which is very cool!
Claire WilliamsonOctober 20, 2018
We really liked camera Obscura today there are lots of things for the children and adults to get entertained with. Shop is expensive though. Good wee show up on level 5 before we began also?
Kim PhamMarch 13, 2016
Trippy good fun & absolutely worth it! Make sure you check out the top floor terrace for an excellent view of Old Town.
F!February 19, 2016
If you come in the evening around 6pm at winter time, you'll get 10% discount b'coz you can't see the view from camera obscura n if you have city tour bus ticket (hopon hopoff) you'll get 10% discount
Silvia Butta CaliceJanuary 3, 2017
A 100 thumbs up for this amazing museum! I really enjoyed myself! Try and come at least 2 hours before 3 so you won't miss the camera obscura show
Kaitlyn ReedNovember 5, 2016
Seriously one of the best museums I've ever been to! 6 floors of optical illusions, lasers, mirror mazes, electricity & great views of Edinburgh
Shauna MoynihanJanuary 6, 2016
The whole experience was amazing! The view from the top is cool too.
Ibrahim MADecember 22, 2014
A must go to if you are in Edinburgh. Quite mind puzzling and entertaining. Expect to spend about an hour or so.
Quin RMarch 25, 2022
Great view and tour using a cool mirror on the roof. Very interactive with all the different ways to play with link between your eyes and your mind.
Megan LuffJuly 27, 2017
Each floor unique and interesting. Timed perfectly for our show an hour and 15 after we arrived. Lovely staff.
Ashlynn RoseAugust 18, 2015
Amazing fun place. A must go if you're in Edinburgh.
Duncan LewisFebruary 26, 2016
Brilliant fun and really interesting. Make sure you don't miss the rotating tunnel at the end!
David HuntJune 20, 2017
Much better than you might expect! Our favourite part was controlling the CCTV cameras overlooking the city.
Kirsty SnovickyJuly 25, 2016
Standard adult admission price is £14.50. Home to some of the finest views of the city and also a whole range of extraordinary optical illusions.
Richard WallassFebruary 9, 2016
Infinite lights and vortex tunnel are great. For photographers the terrasse is a great spot at the end of the day
Flaminia PapagniSeptember 11, 2012
Totally in love with it! The view from the top of the building is fantastic and the museum itself is so fun. Totally worth at least one visit (I'll come back sooner or later)
Thom TiraborisuteNovember 5, 2013
One of "A Must" in Edinburgh. Super fun! And worth money!! I choose to enjoy camera obscura rather than castle 😜
Ross MougAugust 18, 2017
Brilliant attraction, especially with kids. Try not to get lost in the mirror maze!
isla 🍑July 14, 2015
This place is amazing, some floors are creepy. But the spinning tunnel of lights thing is pretty cool.
Erika SanojaOctober 19, 2021
Nice for kids maybe adults not too much, the rooftop is the best part. You will need at least 2 hour
Sofia AnaAugust 19, 2014
A must-see place! Don't forget to visit the shop!!... maybe even better than the exhibition...
Min YeanJune 18, 2016
Must visit the vortex tunnel and the mirror maze! Had so much fun that I kept trying again and again
Lubomir CelarJuly 24, 2017
Nice place to spend time.
Deborah BrockbankSeptember 26, 2017
Great fun. Both the optical illusions and the actual mirror/view of Edinburgh were interesting.
LianneFebruary 17, 2011
Worth the entrance fee. The Ames room can provide endless amusement. The actual camera obscura worth going in for, but one for the kids. There's lots of steps up and down, be warned! Read more
Claire Red Robot MediaApril 14, 2012
A must-see for fans of optical illusions, holograms and photography. Small, unique and quirky. Worth the money.
Rikard NordlundSeptember 30, 2014
Great place to spend an hour.
AdriánNovember 20, 2015
Top notch. Amazing museum, if you go after sunset, you'll get a discount.
Doxi AnJanuary 2, 2018
Perfect for adults .. mirrors were so funny and the top view was fantastic
Jorge SebastiaoApril 15, 2016
Amazing place lots of creative activities and many illusions... recommended.
Katherine AnikinaSeptember 20, 2014
Definitely must visit Camera Obscura shop. Cheap and amazing at the same time.
Anna WallaceOctober 21, 2015
GREAT FUN! And a great way to spend a couple of hours on a rainy day.
Richard PeatMarch 2, 2015
Can get quite crazy when busy, but will keep kids young and old amused for hours!
Cassie FussnerJanuary 21, 2016
I come here every time I'm in Edinburgh and it never gets old. I spend hours here each time.
Jumana AlmaneaNovember 11, 2016
Fun activity to do! Worth going 👍👍👍
Seren LiewJune 1, 2013
Had the best time ever! Do visit, especially if ur on a holiday with ur family!
Scott LiddellSeptember 12, 2011
Been here 5+ times
going on a sunny day gives you the best view from the Obscura itself but there is more than enough to do on a wet day Read more
liberalia 🇭🇺BA Világegyetemista (semmi érdekes)July 5, 2019
Kivalo program, foleg gyerekekkel.
Diana LopesJanuary 4, 2017
so much fun! a must in edinburgh.
Andrew ErikssonSeptember 13, 2013
Great fun for adults, I got addicted to the vortex tunnel!
Alex PalcuieAugust 29, 2016
Really interesting illusions.
Liset van der LaanMarch 4, 2016
This was much fun, a must go!
Oliver LangSeptember 3, 2013
Go later in the day for sunset views, but save time for exploring all levels!
Doug McKendrickNovember 17, 2013
Wow. Fantastic. You have to visit!
SarahAugust 19, 2018
Had so much fun, great for groups
M GBOctober 17, 2016
Nice fun for all ages
DanApril 20, 2011
Very interesting if your interested in optical illusions and the like well worth the £9.50 if your not probably not good value for money
SaraOctober 20, 2013
Brilliant place for all ages :)

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