05/06/2026
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
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Winner of VisitScotland's Best Visitor Attraction Experience 2023/24🥇
Illusions & stunning views! Britain's most fun attraction and fun for all ages.
Visit Camera Obscura and World of Illusions where seeing is not believing! With five floors and over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, we have something to entertain all ages. 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 Camera Obscura & World of Illusions experience
05/06/2026
05/06/2026
Have you visited our mesmerising ‘Light Dancer’ exhibit? 🩰 It is a modern take on one of the earliest forms of animation: the zoetrope!
04/06/2026
Bold of you to assume you have a choice
03/06/2026
This Sunday, 7 June, is Sensory Sunday! Join us for an adapted hour (9am-10am), designed for anyone who prefers a calmer environment to explore. With reduced visitor numbers, softer sounds, and thoughtful adjustments, it offers a more relaxed experience. Book now. https://www.camera-obscura.co.uk/news/article/sensory-sunday/
29/05/2026
We’re here to give you the best time EVER ✨
28/05/2026
Make the most of Scotland’s sunshine while it lasts ☀️ Edinburgh is full of hidden nature spots, perfect for escaping the city buzz this summer!
Discover our top 10 outdoor spots in our latest blog! https://www.camera-obscura.co.uk/news/article/10-Outdoor-Spots-Edinburgh/
26/05/2026
Nailed it 🤪
25/05/2026
This week, grab £4 off your tickets to Camera Obscura & World of Illusions if you book for entry before 9am! Online bookings only 🎟️✨
22/05/2026
We’re proud to be lighting up purple and blue for ABI Week 2026. 💙💜
Together, we’re raising awareness of isolation after acquired brain injury and showing children and families that they are not alone. Proudly supporting the Child Brain Injury Trust. Child Brain Injury Trust
22/05/2026
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Address
Castlehill, The Royal Mile
Edinburgh
EH12ND
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 8pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 8pm |
| Friday | 9am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 9:30pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 8pm |