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Explore a world of unique, hands on exhibits to do with light, illusion and the way we see the world!
Magic Gallery Magic gallery - explore...
In this amazing world of illusions make your hands glow as if they are being x-rayed, see yourself multiplied in a giant kaleidoscope, swap noses, heads, paddle in a virtual fish tank – and this only begins to give you an idea of the delights that await you.
Light Fantastic Light Fantastic - explore...
In this FANTASTIC exhibition you will be amazed by an array of captivating holograms from around the world, many of them unique. Watch them appear, come out towards you, change and disappear before your eyes.
Edinburgh Vision Edinburgh Vision - explore...
Discover old, new, live and unique pictures of Edinburgh. Spot the changes that have taken place over time, from Victorian images to present day ones, and zoom in on the city with sophisticated live view cameras.
Illusion Lab and Stairway Illusion Lab & Stairway - explore...
Discover how artists use optical illusions in their work. See if you can unravel the secret images in our Mona Lisa and wonder why you end up seeing dots everywhere! Spot hidden images and experience weird mind-warping effects in our mind-bending collection of optical illusions.
History of the Attractions History of the Attractions - explore...
Read about the history of the Tower, the Camera Obscura and the World of Illusions - Edinburgh's oldest purpose built visitor attraction.
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  What visitors thought
  Enjoyed the visit very much. I thought the illusions were great. Would recommend this to anybody!
John, Newcastle

The best thing about the visit was the range of things you could see and try out for yourself.
Visitor Survey 2008

A great day out. Lots of great things to try and play with, we enjoyed it all.
Visitor Survey 2007

The highlight was the absolute friendliness of all the staff I encountered and the helpful advice I received.
Visitor Survey 2007

A thoroughly worthwhile and enjoyable attraction...I need to revisit to enjoy the friendly casual atmosphere.
Visitor Survey 2007

I was not aware of all the extra attractions on the lower floors. It all made up to an excellent visit for myself and our friends.
Visitor Survey 2007

As a family we enjoyed all the exhibits and the talk was excellent, pitched at the right level for the children.
Visitor Survey 2007

Everyone was very helpful and we were able to re-visit the attractions on each floor after our visit to the camera obscura itself, which was extremely interesting.
Visitor Survey 2007

Everything was fantastic. It was the best place we went to in Scotland.
Visitor Survey 2007

Everything was great. Loved the camera obscura itself and enjoyed the experiences in the Magic and Light floors immensely. Lots of fun and very interesting.
Visitor Survey 2007


 
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