Museum of Illusions Manchester

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Summary

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£17.50

Opening times:

Mon-Sun: 10:00 - 20:00

Reviews:

4.6 from 1,200+ users

About

Prepare to have your mind officially blown at the Museum of Illusions Manchester! This isn’t just a visit – it’s a full-on experience where reality takes a backseat and the extraordinary takes the wheel.

Dive into Installations that’ll shock your senses and leave you questioning everything. From gravity-defying setups to jaw-dropping visuals, every corner is an “OMG” moment waiting to happen.

Explore the Illusion Rooms, where nothing is as it seems. Watch as spaces stretch, shrink, and flip your perception upside down. It’s the perfect playground for your inner curious cat.

Ready to challenge your mind and have a laugh while you’re at it? Step in and let the illusions do the rest!

Directions

M1 1PW (see on map)

0.1 miles from Market Street tram station

Reviews

4.8 from 790+ visitors (source: class bento)

"Great place! Smaller than I expected but we spent a good hour or so here. Loads of hands on & staff mor than happy to help with taking photos for you…."

— Review by Helen Arthurs

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