Optical illusions, rooms where nothing is what it seems... Challenge your senses with a ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Lisbon, one of the most Instagrammable places in the Portuguese capital.
Why Visit the Museums of Illusions?
Located in the heart of the Chiado Neighbourhood, one of the most picturesque areas in the Portuguese capital, the Museum of Illusions in Lisbon is one of the most photographed places in the city.
With your ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Lisbon, you can explore its rooms of perspectives, optical games and unique experiences at your leisure. In all of them, you'll be able to take plenty of photos that will look great on your social media.
This museum is fun for all ages, making it the perfect place to visit alone, with family, with your partner or with your friends. No matter who you're with, you'll love the optical illusions, immersive rooms and visual puzzles.
And don't miss the games room, where you'll find puzzles, logic games and other challenges that will test your wits.
The tour of the museum is estimated to take 45 minutes, although you can stay in each room for as long as you like.
The Areas of the Museum
Below, you can see the main areas of the Museum of Illusions in Lisbon:
Illusion Rooms
- Vortex Tunnel: a tunnel of lights where nothing is what it seems. Are you ready to enter it?
- Reversed Room: in this room, you can take upside-down photos in gravity-defying positions that will shock you!
Installations
- Cloning Table: you'll be able to take photos next to cards... with yourself!
- Head on a Platter: in this room, you can take a photo of your head literally on a plate. How is it possible? You'll have to see for yourself!
Images
These illusions will challenge your mind, because even if you think you see one thing... Your brain will trick you!
Opening Times
The Museum of Illusions in Lisbon is open Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm.