The Museum of Illusions in Dubai is one of the most unusual places in the UAE. Visitors will experience a journey into the world of visual deception, visual and sensory illusions. You can take photos and take part in a humorous exhibition. Looking at the pictures, it will seem that you can walk on the ceiling several times more than other people.
History of creation
The facility was launched in 2018, the Museum of Illusions in Dubai will not show unique paintings or valuable artifacts, it has a special value. The goal of the opening was to provide residents and visitors of the UAE with a place that can truly surprise both children and adults.
There are illusion museums in the world, the first of which has been operating in Croatia since 2015. Dubai has the largest branch with almost 500 square meters. During its organization, great attention was paid to the selection of exhibits. They should be memorable, evoke positive emotions and surprise with unpredictability.
Short description
The Museum of Illusions in Dubai is open Monday-Thursday from 10:00-22:00, Friday-Sunday from 10.00 to 23.00. It is recommended to bring a camera or smartphone to take some photos as a souvenir. You need to be prepared for the fact that the interactive platform blurs the boundaries of reality, and the perception in this room changes. There are approximately 80 visual, spatial, sensory and photographic illusions at the disposal of visitors, all of which are safe.
Unusual halls
Each hall of the Museum of Illusions in Dubai awakens the imagination and invites you to go on adventures. In the vortex tunnel, the guests stand motionless on the floor, but it will seem as if the ground is falling out from under their feet. In the infinity room, you need to be patient and find a way out, in a space with mirrors, reflections look like they have no beginning or end. It is very difficult to navigate in such a space, but it is quite realistic. If you take photos in an upside-down room, you will get the impression that you are walking freely on the ceiling.
The Ames room allows you to try on both the role of giants and midgets. According to the visitors, the black and white spiral leads into a hypnotic trance. The "Head on a Platter" attraction is very popular. The name conveys the idea for a photo where the body will not be visible. The trick is that the visitor sits in a black box and sticks his head out through a special hole, which ends up in a plate. The frame may resemble an episode from an action-packed movie.
The best time to visit
The weather in Dubai is mostly hot. Locals are used to the climate, but tourists from countries with cold winters may feel uncomfortable. From October to April, the city is cooler than usual. The Museum of Illusions in Dubai is often crowded, but it is least crowded on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Then it will be easier to slowly inspect the exhibits and conduct photo shoots.
The attraction combines art and science, so it can be interesting for guests of any gender and age. There is a puzzle section where you can test your knowledge and arrange shopping in the store. Participation in the humorous exhibition, where unusual combinations are created thanks to shooting using a mirror, is welcome. If you sit down at a table where the illusion of multiple versions of yourself is created, you will get a spectacular picture that you can put on your avatar on social networks or send to your family and friends.
How to get
The Dubai Museum of Illusions is located in the Al Sif area along Dubai Creek. If you take the F70 bus, you need to get off at the Heritage Village stop and walk a little. The nearest metro stations are Burjuman on the red line and Sharaf DG on the green line, and the journey from them takes from 15 to 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can choose to take a taxi or a rented car.
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