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World of Illusion

Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and your senses are put to the ultimate test! Book your tickets today to defy gravity, shrink in size, and capture mind-blowing photos in Dublin’s most immersive, Instagrammable attraction.
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Child exploring mirrored exhibit at the World of Illusions.
Colorful spinning tunnel at The Vortex, World Of Illusions.
Mirrored room with neon lights at World Of Illusions exhibit.
Guests experiencing audio illusions at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Guests exploring mirrored room at World Of Illusions with reflections and lights.
Guest clinging to a tilted bus stop sign at World of Illusions, creating a gravity-defying effect.
Guest exploring mirrored light display at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Guests enjoying drinks at the World of Illusions event.
Guest exploring mirror maze at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Guests exploring light installations at World of Illusion, Dublin.
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Guest exploring color illusions at World Of Illusions exhibit.

World of Illusion Entry Tickets

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Book now, pay later
45 mins

  • Step into the World of Illusion, Dublin’s first illusion-based attraction, featuring 70+ interactive exhibits designed to challenge your perception.

  • Explore three floors filled with illusionary rooms such as the gravity-defying Tilted Room, the Infinity Mirror Tunnel, and the Vortex Tunnel that plays tricks on you.

  • Marvel at the Ames Room, where people appear to grow or shrink depending on where they stand, and enjoy the spectacle of a room made entirely from mirrors.

  • Get hands-on with brain-twisting puzzles, holograms, stereograms, and immersive installations that blend science, art, and psychology.

  • Don’t miss the giant kaleidoscope, a guest favorite, where shifting colors and reflections offer a surreal, dreamlike experience.

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  • Step into the World of Illusion, Dublin’s first illusion-based attraction, featuring 70+ interactive exhibits designed to challenge your perception.

  • Explore three floors filled with illusionary rooms such as the gravity-defying Tilted Room, the Infinity Mirror Tunnel, and the Vortex Tunnel that plays tricks on you.

  • Marvel at the Ames Room, where people appear to grow or shrink depending on where they stand, and enjoy the spectacle of a room made entirely from mirrors.

  • Get hands-on with brain-twisting puzzles, holograms, stereograms, and immersive installations that blend science, art, and psychology.

  • Don’t miss the giant kaleidoscope, a guest favorite, where shifting colors and reflections offer a surreal, dreamlike experience.

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€25
Roe & Co Distillery bar setup and colorful tunnel at World of Illusion.
Tourists enjoying a cocktail-making session at Roe & Co Distillery.
Roe & Co Distillery brick facade with signage in Dublin.
Guest exploring mirrored light display at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Child exploring mirrored exhibit at the World of Illusions.
Roe & Co Distillery logo on ice cube in a glass.
Roe & Co Distillery cocktail workshop setup with bar tools and plants.
Roe & Co Distillery interior with copper stills and modern walkway.
Guests exploring light installations at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Guests interacting with mirror exhibit at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Guests experiencing audio illusions at World of Illusion, Dublin.

Combo (Save 5%): Roe & Co Distillery: Flavours Experience + World of Illusion Tickets

Free cancellation
40 mins - 45 mins
  • Make the most of your Dublin getaway with this value-packed combo that saves you 5% as you explore the Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery and the World of Illusion.
  • Step inside the modern world of Irish whiskey-making with a 45-min guided Flavours Workshop at Roe & Co and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the distillation process.
  • Uncover your personal flavour profile with expert-led tastings before you wrap up your journey with a seasonal whiskey cocktail at the Power House Bar.
  • Explore over 70 interactive exhibits across three dynamic floors at the World of Illusion, from mind-tricking rooms to optical puzzles.
  • Push the boundaries of what you think you know with highlights like the Ames Room and a walk-through giant kaleidoscope.

More details

  • Make the most of your Dublin getaway with this value-packed combo that saves you 5% as you explore the Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery and the World of Illusion.
  • Step inside the modern world of Irish whiskey-making with a 45-min guided Flavours Workshop at Roe & Co and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the distillation process.
  • Uncover your personal flavour profile with expert-led tastings before you wrap up your journey with a seasonal whiskey cocktail at the Power House Bar.
  • Explore over 70 interactive exhibits across three dynamic floors at the World of Illusion, from mind-tricking rooms to optical puzzles.
  • Push the boundaries of what you think you know with highlights like the Ames Room and a walk-through giant kaleidoscope.
from €50
€47.50

5% off

Guests exploring mirror illusions and cosmic displays at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Child exploring mirrored exhibit at the World of Illusions.
Colorful spinning tunnel at The Vortex, World Of Illusions.
Visitors exploring illuminated displays at the Epic Museum.
Visitors observing a colorful exhibit at the EPIC Museum.
Guests exploring mirrored room at World Of Illusions with reflections and lights.
Guests experiencing audio illusions at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Mirrored room with neon lights at World Of Illusions exhibit.
Visitor exploring interactive digital display at epic museum exhibit.
Futuristic installation with airplane projection in a stone tunnel at Epic Museum.
Interactive exhibit with illuminated structures and digital art at epic museum.

Combo (Save 5%): World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience Pass

Free cancellation
Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • Save on two hands-on Dublin experiences with one combo ticket, pairing immersive illusion exhibits with interactive stories of Irish emigration.

  • Step inside Dublin's first illusion-based attraction and explore 70+ interactive exhibits across three floors designed to challenge your perception.

  • Walk through the Infinity Mirror Tunnel and spinning Vortex Tunnel, then discover mind-bending spaces like the famous Ames Room.

  • Explore EPIC's galleries and temporary exhibitions, where interactive technology, archival audio, and large-screen films bring migration stories to life.

  • Discover the museum at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app and take home a complimentary souvenir passport.

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  • Save on two hands-on Dublin experiences with one combo ticket, pairing immersive illusion exhibits with interactive stories of Irish emigration.

  • Step inside Dublin's first illusion-based attraction and explore 70+ interactive exhibits across three floors designed to challenge your perception.

  • Walk through the Infinity Mirror Tunnel and spinning Vortex Tunnel, then discover mind-bending spaces like the famous Ames Room.

  • Explore EPIC's galleries and temporary exhibitions, where interactive technology, archival audio, and large-screen films bring migration stories to life.

  • Discover the museum at your own pace with a downloadable multilingual audio guide app and take home a complimentary souvenir passport.

from €47
€44.65

5% off

Guinness Storehouse bar taps and guests enjoying mirror illusion in Dublin.
Guests viewing the 232°C roasting exhibit at the Guinness Storehouse.
Guests exploring interactive exhibits inside the Guinness Storehouse.
Guests exploring mirrored room at World Of Illusions with reflections and lights.
Colorful spinning tunnel at The Vortex, World Of Illusions.
Barley exhibit inside the Guinness Storehouse, showcasing ingredients used in brewing.
Guests viewing yeast cell exhibit at Guinness Storehouse.
Storehouse exterior with brick facade and rooftop glass structure in Dublin.
Child exploring mirrored exhibit at the World of Illusions.
Guests experiencing audio illusions at World of Illusion, Dublin.
Mirrored room with neon lights at World Of Illusions exhibit.

Combo (Save 5%): Guinness Storehouse & World of Illusion Experience Pass

Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • Combine two of Dublin’s most interactive attractions in one ticket: Guinness Storehouse’s iconic Gravity Bar experience and World of Illusion’s perception-bending exhibits.

  • Explore the Guinness Storehouse across seven floors with a multilingual audio guide, learning the story behind Ireland’s most famous stout.

  • End your visit with a Gravity Bar drink, choosing Guinness, Guinness 0.0, or a soft drink while enjoying 360° views over Dublin.

  • Step into World of Illusion and discover 70+ interactive exhibits, including mirror tunnels, a Vortex Tunnel, and the mind-bending Ames Room.

  • Move through both attractions at your own pace with self-guided entry throughout, making it easy to combine them into a flexible same-day Dublin experience.

More details

  • Combine two of Dublin’s most interactive attractions in one ticket: Guinness Storehouse’s iconic Gravity Bar experience and World of Illusion’s perception-bending exhibits.

  • Explore the Guinness Storehouse across seven floors with a multilingual audio guide, learning the story behind Ireland’s most famous stout.

  • End your visit with a Gravity Bar drink, choosing Guinness, Guinness 0.0, or a soft drink while enjoying 360° views over Dublin.

  • Step into World of Illusion and discover 70+ interactive exhibits, including mirror tunnels, a Vortex Tunnel, and the mind-bending Ames Room.

  • Move through both attractions at your own pace with self-guided entry throughout, making it easy to combine them into a flexible same-day Dublin experience.

from €52.39
€49.77

5% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

For the best photos without other tourists in your shot, book the first morning slot (10am) or a late evening slot. Mid-afternoons, especially on weekends, are high-traffic times where you may have to queue for individual exhibits.

Tickets are sold with specific entry windows. Arriving late may result in a shorter visit or, during peak capacity, a denied entry. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled slot.

Skip-the-line access is generally standard for pre-booked tickets. Have your mobile QR code ready before you reach the front of the queue.

About World of Illusion

World of Illusion stands out in Dublin’s museum collection as a hub for interactive learning and playful discovery. It’s a top pick for families and explorers seeking hands-on exhibits, optical illusions, and creative challenges that spark curiosity and laughter. Perfect for rainy days or anyone looking to experience something truly unique.

Address2 Central Plaza, Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin, D02 T0X4, Ireland
Year opened2024
Founded byPaul Gleeson
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

World of Illusion Dublin includes rooms based on real psychological and perception principles used in neuroscience and visual science experiments.

One room creates a “gravity-defying” staircase where balls roll uphill using optical trickery.

Many illusions are built so that they only work from certain angles — making photos from the right spot essential.

Some exhibits were designed by illusion artists inspired by classic 19th-century perceptual studies.

Why visit World of Illusion?

Over 70 interactive exhibits

Explore a vast array of illusions, from gravity-defying rooms to infinity mirror tunnels and a giant kaleidoscope, ensuring there’s something to amaze everyone.

Immersive optical illusions

Step into themed rooms and experience mind-bending visual tricks that challenge your perception and make for unforgettable photos.

Hands-on puzzles and challenges

Engage with interactive puzzles designed to stimulate both logic and creativity, making learning fun for all ages.

Cutting-edge hologram gallery

Marvel at a rotating collection of holographic displays that blend art and technology in fascinating ways.

Plan your visit

Address

2 Central Plaza, Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin, D02 T0X4, Ireland

Nearest Bus stop

College Green

Nearest Tram station

Trinity

Nearest Train station

Pearse Station

Nearest Parking

Fleet Street Car Park

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What our guests say

Jonathan C

United Kingdom
Couple
May 2026
With headout i got a discount ticket from the main website. The Guinness Storehouse is really good, interactive and structured. Spent 2h and learnt a lot from the Harp beer... The Gravity bar was packed but the view is simply amazing and you can drink one free Guinness, Guinness 0% or Hop 13 lager. All the staff were friendly and helpful. And for once, the facility is 100% accessible to wheelchair. The mapping videos and the set up for each part of the visit are beautifully done.

Combo: Guinness Storehouse & World of Illusion Experience Pass

Marcel D

Couple
May 2026
When entering we were perfectly greeted by the staff who was not only nice but tried to keep things flowing as best as possible. After they send us on our way in which they delivered the perfect explanation on what separates them from the other brands that make stout Guinness. On the third level they surprised us with a tasting of the brand which was nice and good to see, and in the same level they had a bar with music and live performances which were great to see. After doing all that you would say the expierence would already be complete but they completely surprised us with the amazing view on top of the bar and the stout or was also wonderful to do and have a great memory on the experience. To round it off I would say as I great Guinness fan myself they have they have the perfect items in the gift shop to suprise you and make you want to buy it all. Overall 10/10 experience!

Combo: Guinness Storehouse & World of Illusion Experience Pass

Michael H

Ireland
Family
Last week
Just a great afternoon out, so interesting and entertaining and my 10 Yr old daughter loved the Head on a plate illusion!

World of Illusion Entry Tickets

Nicola H

Canada
Couple
3 weeks ago
I recently visited the EPIC museum while on my travels to Ireland. I had a fantastic visit. I would highly recommend visiting EPIC. This was by far the best museum I have ever been to.

Combo: World of Illusion & EPIC Museum Experience Pass

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