Dubai: Museum of Illusions entry ticket with playroom

Summary

Step inside Dubai’s mind-bending world of illusions & playful science

You’ll dive into Dubai’s Museum of Illusions with hands-on exhibits that twist your senses, from walking through a spinning vortex tunnel to puzzling over brain teasers. Snap surreal photos in gravity-defying rooms and laugh along with locals as you explore at your own pace — these playful moments will stick with you long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

We walked into the Museum of Illusions Dubai and right away, I could hear kids laughing somewhere behind the first set of mirrors. The staff at the entrance just grinned and handed us our tickets — no big speech, just a quick “You’ll want your camera.” They weren’t kidding. The first room looked normal until you tried to stand up straight and suddenly your body felt like it was tilting sideways (my friend tried to walk in a straight line and almost bumped into a wall — she swears it moved). There’s this faint smell of new paint mixed with something sweet from the café next door, which kind of made me hungry but also kept me alert.

Our favorite part was the vortex tunnel. You step onto this metal bridge and the walls around you start spinning — except they’re not actually moving, it just feels like you’re about to fall over. I grabbed onto the rail so hard my knuckles went white, but this little kid behind us just ran through giggling like it was nothing. I guess adults get tricked more easily? Our guide, Ahmed, showed us how some illusions work — he even let us try a puzzle that honestly made me feel less clever than I thought I was. He told us these exhibits are built by artists from all over, which is probably why each one feels different.

The best photos were in the upside-down room (I still can’t figure out how my hair looks like gravity forgot about it) and those endless mirror corridors where you lose track of which reflection is actually you. It’s loud sometimes — lots of families, people calling out to each other in Arabic and English — but there are quiet corners too if you need a breather. We ended up spending way longer than planned because every time we thought we’d seen it all, someone would shout “Wait, try this!” from across the room.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Museum of Illusions Dubai

• The Museum of Illusions interactive exhibits
• Experience optical illusions and mind-bending rooms
• Take creative and Instagram-worthy photos
• Engage with mirrors and kaleidoscopic patterns

Top questions

Is the Museum of Illusions Dubai suitable for young children?

Yes, it's family-friendly and infants can ride in prams or strollers inside.

Are tickets to the Smart Playroom included?

Yes, admission to the Smart Playroom is included with your ticket.

Can I bring large bags or backpacks inside?

No, large bags and backpacks should not be brought into the museum.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the museum.

Are there interactive exhibits at the Museum of Illusions Dubai?

Yes, most exhibits are interactive and encourage participation.

Can infants sit on an adult's lap during the visit?

Yes, infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap if not in a stroller or pram.

How long does a typical visit take?

You can expect to spend at least 1–2 hours exploring all exhibits.

What’s included

Your visit includes entry tickets for both the Museum of Illusions Dubai and access to the Smart Playroom; everything is set up so you can explore at your own pace once inside.