Museum of Illusions Madrid
Explore optical illusions and mind-bending exhibits at Madrid's Museum of Illusions. Challenge your perceptions and secure tickets for a journey blurring reality and illusion.
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Get ready to question your senses and learn perceptual tricks with 1-hour access to a unique set of installations.
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Access all parts of the museum including the dizzying Vortex Tunnel, the mirror-paneled Infinity Room, a collection of holograms, and more.
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Do puzzles in the Smart Games Room, interact with displays physically in the Inverted Room, and create some unreal shots for your Instagram.
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Fun Fact: The first Museum of Illusions, inspired by the TV show ‘Brain Games’ on National Geographic, opened in Zagreb in 2015. Since then, the chain has expanded worldwide.
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Get ready to question your senses and learn perceptual tricks with 1-hour access to a unique set of installations.
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Access all parts of the museum including the dizzying Vortex Tunnel, the mirror-paneled Infinity Room, a collection of holograms, and more.
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Do puzzles in the Smart Games Room, interact with displays physically in the Inverted Room, and create some unreal shots for your Instagram.
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Fun Fact: The first Museum of Illusions, inspired by the TV show ‘Brain Games’ on National Geographic, opened in Zagreb in 2015. Since then, the chain has expanded worldwide.
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Enjoy 1-hour access to explore all parts of the Museum of Illusions, including the dizzying vortex tunnel and the mirror-clad Infinity Room.
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Engage in brain-teasing puzzles in the smart games room and interact with displays in the inverted room.
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Skip the long queues to enter the Atlantis Aquarium, and witness over 10,000 living creatures, spanning 20 diverse aquatic ecosystems.
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Watch sharks, rays, and majestic sea creatures glide above you as you walk underwater through the clear tunnel.
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Fun Fact: The Museum of Illusions offers a unique 'Upside Down Room"' where you can challenge your perception of gravity and walk on the ceiling.
More details
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Enjoy 1-hour access to explore all parts of the Museum of Illusions, including the dizzying vortex tunnel and the mirror-clad Infinity Room.
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Engage in brain-teasing puzzles in the smart games room and interact with displays in the inverted room.
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Skip the long queues to enter the Atlantis Aquarium, and witness over 10,000 living creatures, spanning 20 diverse aquatic ecosystems.
-
Watch sharks, rays, and majestic sea creatures glide above you as you walk underwater through the clear tunnel.
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Fun Fact: The Museum of Illusions offers a unique 'Upside Down Room"' where you can challenge your perception of gravity and walk on the ceiling.
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Get the super-saver combo tickets for the Museum of Illusions and discover Madrid’s iconic spots with the 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tickets.
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Question your senses, learn fun tricks, solve riddles in the Smart Games Room, and watch stunning holograms and 3D art come to life at the museum.
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Explore the bustling Madrid on a double-decker bus, scheduled every 7 to 15 mins, allowing you to hop on and off at over 35 stops along 2 routes.
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More exploring and less waiting with easy transfers to landmarks like Royal Palace and Prado Museum, and listen to fun trivia with an audioguide.
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Fun Fact: The Prado Museum was originally built as a history museum and was later converted into an art gallery by King Ferdinand VII in 1819.
More details
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Get the super-saver combo tickets for the Museum of Illusions and discover Madrid’s iconic spots with the 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tickets.
-
Question your senses, learn fun tricks, solve riddles in the Smart Games Room, and watch stunning holograms and 3D art come to life at the museum.
-
Explore the bustling Madrid on a double-decker bus, scheduled every 7 to 15 mins, allowing you to hop on and off at over 35 stops along 2 routes.
-
More exploring and less waiting with easy transfers to landmarks like Royal Palace and Prado Museum, and listen to fun trivia with an audioguide.
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Fun Fact: The Prado Museum was originally built as a history museum and was later converted into an art gallery by King Ferdinand VII in 1819.
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About Museum of Illusions - Madrid
A highlight among Madrid’s interactive museums, the Museum of Illusions stands out for its hands-on exhibits and playful approach to science. Perfect for families, school groups, and curious minds, it’s a must-visit on any collection of Madrid’s top educational and entertaining attractions.
The Museum of Illusions Madrid opened in mid-2020 and surpassed 1 million visitors by August 2024.
Its Tilted Room uses classic Ames Room principles to make people appear to lean or change size—perfect for quirky photos.
The Vortex Tunnel creates a spinning visual effect that tricks your sense of balance, making it a favorite among teens and families.
The Infinity Mirror Room uses mirrored walls to create the illusion of endless space, offering a kaleidoscopic visual experience.
Most exhibits are fully hands-on, encouraging visitors to touch, experiment, and interact—unlike traditional museums.
Why visit Museum of Illusions - Madrid?
Plan your visit
Main Entrance (Calle Doctor Cortezo)
The main entrance is located at Calle Doctor Cortezo 8, just south of Puerta del Sol and a short walk from Tirso de Molina Metro station. The entrance is step-free and suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, though please note that a few interior exhibits (such as the Tilted Room and Vortex Tunnel) are not fully accessible due to steep angles. Staff are available to assist with entry and provide directions to accessible areas.
Regular Hours: Open Monday to Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm, and Friday to Sunday from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Last Entry: Final admission is 1 hour before closing time each day.
Special Hours/Closures: The museum is open year-round with no regular closure days. Hours may be adjusted for special events or holidays; check the official website for updates before your visit.
A souvenir shop is located at the exit, offering optical illusion gifts and puzzles.
Toilets are available inside the museum for visitor use.
An information desk is available at the entrance for assistance and visitor queries.
The museum is wheelchair accessible except for a few steep illusion rooms (such as the Tilted Room and Vortex Tunnel).
Strollers are allowed throughout the museum.
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