Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Visit Camera Obscura and World of Illusions where seeing is not believing! Britain’s most fun attraction and fun for all ages. With five floors and over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, we have something to entertain everyone.

Tour Edinburgh’s streets without moving. Test your brain against mind-bending illusions. Take spectacular city scape photographs from our Rooftop Terrace. It’s all part of the unique Camera Obscura & World of Illusions experience.

You’ll need at least two hours to discover it all! A swirling light vortex; a maze of mirrors; a chance to swap noses with a friend; see yourself grow, shrink and stretch; play eye-spy with our city viewcams; and mess with your mind with brilliant visual effects.

Situated just a stone’s throw from Edinburgh Castle, at the top of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, come and discover the first ever purpose built visitor attraction in Edinburgh, in operation since 1853, and see history and modern marvels together under one roof.

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions also has some measures in place to help neurodiverse visitors or sensory needs such as ASD. There are sensory backpacks free to borrow during visits, a sensory map, a designated quiet space, and if for any reason a visitor finds queues/exhibits challenging, they can approach the staff for help.

To find out more and book tickets, visit the Camera Obscura and World of Illusions website.