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Dublin World of Illusion Entry Ticket with Interactive Exhibits
Three floors, 70+ interactive exhibits, and a gravity-defying room at Dublin's World of Illusion. Great for families and groups - free cancellation available.
From €25 starting price · live price may vary
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Duration1-2 hours
PriceFrom €25
Rating3.4 from 226 reviews
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The IrelandMe take
What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
The World of Illusion takes up three floors and runs to over 70 interactive exhibits, all designed to make you question what you're actually seeing. There's a gravity-defying room, infinity mirrors, a vortex tunnel, and plenty of other installations that will have you stopping to look twice - and then posing for photos.
It's the kind of place that works well for most ages. Kids love it because it's hands-on and surprising at every turn. Adults tend to enjoy it more than they expect to. The whole visit runs around 1 to 2 hours, which is about the right amount of time to get through it without rushing.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
The World of Illusion is on the north side of the city centre, within easy walking distance of O'Connell Street. If you're coming from the south side, the Luas Green Line to O'Connell Street or the DART to Connolly will get you within 10 minutes on foot. Dublin Bus routes along O'Connell Street will also drop you close.
How the experience works
One thing worth knowing before you go: the World of Illusion is not the same as the nearby Illusion Museum. They're across from each other on the same street. Look for the big white building - that's the one you want.
What the price covers
- Admission ticket
- Access to over 70 illusions and interactive exhibits
- Gravity-defying room, infinity mirrors and vortex tunnel
Local tips that make the day better
Go on a weekday if you can, especially with children. Weekends and school holidays bring bigger crowds to the interactive areas, and some exhibits work better when you're not waiting behind a queue. A Tuesday or Wednesday morning is a good time to get the most out of it.
The exhibits are photo-friendly throughout - that's very much the point of the place. Bring your phone charged and consider a wide-angle lens if you have one, because some of the rooms are harder to capture than they look. The infinity mirror rooms in particular benefit from a bit of patience.
If you're visiting with a mix of ages, it helps to let everyone move at their own pace rather than trying to stick together through every exhibit. The floors are clearly signed and easy to navigate. Pick a meeting point at the end rather than trying to keep a group together throughout.
The ticket includes everything inside - there are no extra charges for individual exhibits. The cost is what you see upfront, which makes it easy to budget if you're planning a day with multiple stops in the city.
Good to know before booking
- Wheelchair accessible, including transport options to the venue
- Prams and strollers are welcome
- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Note: the World of Illusion is located across from the Illusion Museum - look for the big white building
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Questions before you book
How long is Dublin World of Illusion Entry Ticket with Interactive Exhibits?
The published duration is 1-2 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Dublin World of Illusion Entry Ticket with Interactive Exhibits cost?
The listed starting price is From €25. Live prices can change by date, group size and availability.
What should I know before booking?
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
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