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One ticket unlocks two of Dublin's most interactive attractions, blending mind-bending illusions with larger-than-life wax figures in the heart of Temple Bar.
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Step into the city’s first illusion-based attraction at World of Illusion and explore 70+ exhibits across three floors, from the gravity-defying Tilted Room to the disorienting Vortex Tunnel.
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Test your perception in the Ames Room, where people appear to grow or shrink before your eyes, and lose yourself in a room built entirely of mirrors.
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At National Wax Museum Plus, explore the Time Vaults of Irish History and the Great Irish Writers Room, coming face-to-face with figures like Éamon de Valera, Oscar Wilde, and W.B. Yeats.
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Continue into pop-culture favourites like the Father Ted Room and the Chamber of Horrors finale, with free-roam access across all three floors.
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World of Illusion
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Entry ticket to the World of Illusion
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Access to over 70 illusions and interactive exhibits
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Access to gift shop
National Wax Museum Plus
- Entry to National Wax Museum Plus
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World of Illusion
- Food and drinks
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Explore two of Dublin’s most interactive attractions in one go with a combo ticket to World of Illusion and the National Wax Museum Plus.
Getting started
Head to either venue and present your mobile voucher at the entrance. After a quick ticket and security check, you’re free to begin exploring immediately at your own pace.
World of Illusion
What to expect
Step into a multi-level attraction filled with interactive illusion rooms and hands-on exhibits designed to challenge how you see and experience space, scale, and movement.
Features:
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Immersive illusion rooms: Enter specially designed environments that distort depth and perspective, creating playful visual effects throughout your visit.
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Infinity mirror corridors: Walk through glowing mirrored passages that create the illusion of endless space through repeating reflections and lighting.
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Vortex Tunnel experience: Test your balance in a spinning tunnel that plays tricks on your sense of direction and movement.
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Ames Room illusion: Watch as people appear to change size depending on their position in a carefully engineered optical illusion space.
National Wax Museum Plus
What to expect
Explore a series of themed rooms spread across multiple floors, taking you from Irish history to pop culture and interactive displays—all at your own pace.
Features:
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Irish History Time Vaults: Step into detailed recreated scenes featuring figures such as Michael Collins and Éamon de Valera.
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Literary Greats Room: Discover a tribute to Ireland’s most celebrated writers, including Oscar Wilde and James Joyce, presented through themed displays.
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Fantasy-inspired sets: Enter cinematic-style environments inspired by fantasy themes, designed with dramatic lighting and staging.
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Mirror Maze and horror finale: Navigate a maze of reflections before entering a darker horror section designed with suspenseful effects.
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What to bring
National Wax Museum Plus
- Carry your ticket and photo ID with you for smooth entry into the museum.
What's not allowed
World of Illusion
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Bringing your own food or drinks into the venue isn't permitted.
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Alcohol, drugs, and intoxication of any kind are not allowed on the property.
National Wax Museum Plus
- The horror exhibit is not recommended for younger kids. Anyone under 16 must have parental permission and be accompanied by an adult the entire time.
Accessibility
World of Illusion
- Wheelchairs and prams/strollers can access the venue without issue.
National Wax Museum Plus
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Wheelchair and pram/stroller access is available throughout.
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Only two wheelchairs can be on-site at the same time.
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Lifts are provided for getting between floors easily.
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Strollers are welcome, but room is tight, so not every one can be brought in at once; a baby carrier is recommended instead. Since wheelchair users take priority over strollers, keep this in mind when planning your trip.
Additional information
World of Illusion
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The World of Illusion is open daily from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm.
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On weekends, bank holidays, and school holidays, it opens from 9 am.
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Last admission is at 8:30 pm.
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Your ticket is valid for a 45-minute visit.
National Wax Museum Plus
- Restroom and baby-changing facilities are on-site.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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