Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

Science & Technology / Discovery Centres

  • info@camera-obscura.co.uk
  • Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1 2ND
  • 0131 226 3709

Edinburgh's oldest attraction with a combination of over 100 interactive exhibits, breath-taking rooftop views and an 168-year-old Camera Obscura!

Indoor & Outdoor Attraction

Family Friendly Attraction

Inaccessible Attraction

Dog friendly

Opening Times

Monday to Thursday: 9am – 8pm

Fri & Sun: 9am – 9pm

Sat: 9am – 10pm

Pricing

Standard pricing:

Adult : £21.95

Child (5-15) : £17.95

Child Under 5 : Free

Student (with ID) : £19.95

Senior : £19.95

Additional Information

Early bird & night owl discounted tickets available.

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Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

More Information

Edinburgh's oldest visitor attraction, perches atop the Royal Mile. Within its historic walls, five enchanting floors await, blending 21st-century technology with classic illusions. As you explore, prepare to be amazed: get lost in the Mirror Maze, shrink like Alice in Wonderland, and marvel at the Rooftop Terrace's panoramic views of Edinburgh. Whether you're young or young at heart, this award-winning experience promises a day of wonder and delight. 

Venture through over 100 illusions, from mind-bending optical tricks to interactive exhibits. The Eye Spy Edinburgh exhibit offers a fresh perspective, showcasing the city from Victorian times to the present day. Don't miss the View Cams, powerful modern cameras that reveal Edinburgh's hidden corners in real time. For a day of laughter, awe, and rooftop vistas, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is a fun day out.

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