Get Ready! Museum of Illusions is coming to Cape Town with over 60 mind-bending experiences
Originally founded in Zagreb, Croatia in 2015, the Museum of Illusions quickly evolved into a global success.
The Mother City will soon be adding a mesmerizing new attraction to its vibrant cultural landscape.
The globally renowned Museum of Illusions will officially open its doors in Kloof Street on Saturday, 31 May 2025. This will be the second Museum of Illusions in South Africa, third on the continent and 61st worldwide.
Since launching last July, the Joburg Museum of Illusions has broken attendance records.
Originally founded in Zagreb, Croatia in 2015, the Museum of Illusions quickly evolved into a global success, having welcomed more than 12 million guests around the world.
Each location is uniquely designed, offering its own take on interactive exhibits that blend science and magic to create awe-inspiring, hands-on experiences.
Situated in the heart of Cape Town's bustling city, the museum offers visitors an extraordinary journey through the world of optical illusions, interactive installations, and immersive rooms that challenge perceptions and ignite curiosity.
At the Museum of Illusions Cape Town, visitors are encouraged to touch, play, explore, and take photos. Whether you're defying gravity in the Tilted Room, losing your head in the Clone Table, or multiplying yourself in the Infinity Room, this is a place that will leave your mind truly blown.
Operating times:
The Museum of Illusions Cape Town will be open seven days a week:
- Mondays to Wednesdays from 9am – 7pm,
- Thursdays to Saturdays from 9am – 9pm
- Sundays and Public Holidays from 9am – 7pm.
Tickets are available online and at the door, but advance bookings are recommended to avoid missing out.
For more information, go to the museum's website or follow their socials for sneak peeks and to stay up to date:
“Cape Town’s creativity and curiosity make it the perfect home for our next sensory playground. After the overwhelming response in Johannesburg, we’re incredibly excited to bring the experience to the Mother City. This isn’t just a museum, it’s a space where science, art, and wonder collide to challenge how we see the world and ourselves.”
- Mark Collie, Owner - Museum of Illusions South Africa