Illusion Art Museum: reviews, price and practical tips

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3.8/5 5 reviews
Staroměstské nám. 480/24, 110 00 Prague, Czechia
Staroměstské nám. 480/24, 110 00 Prague, Czechia
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Musée des illusions
Musée des illusions
Musée des illusions

Visiting the Illusion Art Museum

A compact, engaging museum

Located in the Czech capital, this small museum dedicated to optical illusions sits right on the Old Town Square. You will find the Illusion Art Museum directly across from the Astronomical Clock in the heart of Prague. Established in 2019, the museum is explicitly designed for visitors to snap photos and share them on social media. The staff members are friendly and helpful, and they are happy to suggest the best angles or even take your picture for you if you ask.

Illusions from every angle

As you might expect, the exhibits rely heavily on 3D effects and optical illusions to create a participatory experience tailored for social media. Unlike most museums, you are encouraged to touch the pieces and interact with them. Whether you are visiting with family or friends, the displays offer plenty of opportunities for playful or surprising scenes. You will find fake knighting ceremonies, portraits that seem to hover in space, furniture that makes you look tiny, trompe-l'oeil paintings, and objects or characters that appear to break through the canvas. The Illusion Art Museum prioritizes pure entertainment above all else.

While the building itself is grand, keep in mind that the Illusion Art Museum currently occupies only two floors, though a third is expected to open soon, with the remainder of the building dedicated to local history. Because of its size, you should be able to walk through the space in about 45 minutes, including plenty of time for photos. If you need a break, you can grab a snack or a drink right there. As an added bonus, the view overlooking the clock and the square is excellent.

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Opening hours

Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Hours are indicative and subject to change

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Reviews of Illusion Art Museum

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Summary of 5 reviews
3.8/5
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Ratings by visit type

With family
5
As a couple
3.6
With friends
3.6

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#72
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#4
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#4
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A family experience

This unique museum, which does not offer much to look at, mostly plays with our imagination and our childish side. You can take your place in paintings, augmented reality scenes, and test out 3D installations, all while discovering some image techniques used in paintings. It is fun to do with family or friends if you have an hour to spare, but it is not essential. Plus, with the crowds, you sometimes have to wait a while to take photos and move to the next installation.

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Great for kids and adults alike

If you are visiting Prague with kids, I highly recommend a break at this museum. It features illusions that will surprise both children and adults. While it is not a must-see, the visit is still fun, especially if the weather is bad or if you are staying in Prague for a while. If you only have a few days for your trip, skip this museum.

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A museum that gets kids interested in art

Small museum located across from the astronomical clock, in the city center, that you can visit in an hour. It is better to visit with others because you will need the help of other people to get the right perspective on certain optical illusions. Kids will love participating, and I think it is a smart way to get them interested in art and museums.
Still a bit pricey compared to the amount of things to see

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Surprising but a bit pricey

The few rooms with illusions and the exhibit on the top floor are quick to get through. The entry ticket, at over 10 euros, felt a bit pricey to me.
Despite that, I found it surprising and fun to play with the different perspectives.

By the way, let me know if the pictures you have to stare at and then step back from to reveal a new vision actually worked for you? For us, no, despite several attempts.

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Small but interesting

Located right near the main square of the old town, this museum is very quick to get through, in 1 hour or less. The price might therefore seem high to you, around €14 (about $15) if I remember correctly.

However, know that admission is free for children under 6, and the visit is pretty fun. A great option for families! You can take surprising photos where you pose in amusing perspectives.

Little perks: every hour, you can watch the parade of the puppets on the astronomical clock located right across the street from the windows. Inside, there is a kind of guide who is really attentive and takes the time to explain how to play with the different illusions.

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