Musée de la Magie, Magic museum in Le Marais, France.
The Musée de la Magie displays antique magic artifacts, optical illusions, and mechanical figures in vaulted 16th-century underground rooms at rue Saint Paul.
Founded in 1993, the museum occupies the former cellars of the Marquis de Sade residence and houses the largest collection of magic instruments in Europe.
Professional magicians perform live shows throughout scheduled times, demonstrating traditional techniques and sharing the principles behind classic illusions.
The museum welcomes visitors Wednesday through Sunday afternoons, offering guided tours, magic workshops for children, and special arrangements for birthday celebrations.
Interactive displays allow visitors to experiment with secret boxes, magic mirrors, and mechanical toys while discovering the mechanisms behind various illusions.
Location: 4th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1993
Website: https://museedelamagie.com
GPS coordinates: 48.85287,2.36085
Latest update: May 24, 2025 16:20
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