Museum of Illusions, Interactive illusion museum in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Description
The Museum of Illusions presents over 60 interactive exhibits featuring optical illusions, holograms, and mind-bending displays that challenge visitors' perceptions and encourage hands-on exploration of visual phenomena.
History
Established as part of the global Museum of Illusions network that began in Zagreb, Croatia in 2015, the Johannesburg location joined the worldwide expansion of educational entertainment venues focused on perception and cognitive science.
Culture
The museum serves as a popular destination for families, school groups, and tourists, emphasizing interactive learning experiences that combine science, psychology, and art to create engaging educational entertainment for all ages.
Practical
Open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with extended hours until 10:00 PM on weekends, the museum accepts cashless payments and recommends advance online booking for guaranteed entry.
Did you know?
Visitors can experience gravity-defying rooms, distorted perspective chambers, and interactive mirror mazes that create disorienting effects, allowing guests to capture memorable photographs while exploring altered perception experiences.
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