Museum of Illusions Manchester
A permanent display at the Museum of Illusions Manchester on Market Street, built around optical illusions and the science that explains them. It is open to visitors without a fixed closing date.
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Museum of Illusions Manchester: on Sunday 1 November 2026, at Museum of Illusions Manchester (M1 1PW Manchester), from £25.50. Tickets available.
Checked on 12 November 2026.
Overview
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A permanent display at the Museum of Illusions Manchester on Market Street, built around optical illusions and the science that explains them. It is open to visitors without a fixed closing date.
The display presents more than 65 exhibits that invite visitors to test how the eye and brain interpret what they see. Some of the exhibits are themed around Manchester, including one based on the city's tram. Visitors can take part directly, using each piece to explore the principles behind the illusion.
Among the areas on show are vortex tunnels, infinity rooms, an Ames Room that plays with apparent size, and walk-in kaleidoscopes. There is also a section where visitors can walk on a ceiling, and a further set of themed exhibits in the same interactive style.
The display suits families and anyone curious about how perception works, since the exhibits are designed to be handled and explored rather than only viewed from a distance. Visitors move through the rooms at their own pace.
Getting there
Museum of Illusions Manchester
Museum of Illusions Manchester is a museum at 58-66 Market Street in Manchester, United Kingdom, dedicated to illusions.
- Address
- 58-66 Market Street, M1 1PW Manchester
Tickets & pricing
Tickets available
Book tickets| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from £25.50 | as listed by the ticket seller |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition take place?
The Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition takes place at Museum of Illusions Manchester (M1 1PW Manchester).
Until when can you see the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition?
The Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition is on right now at Museum of Illusions Manchester, since 1 November 2026. No closing date has been announced.
How much are tickets for the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition?
Tickets for the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition start from £25.50, as listed by the ticket seller. Indicative price, to be confirmed with the ticket seller.
Do you need to book for the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition?
Tickets for the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition were on sale online at the last check. Booking a time slot is recommended at weekends and during school holidays.
How do I get to Museum of Illusions Manchester?
Museum of Illusions Manchester is located at 58-66 Market Street, M1 1PW Manchester. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-museum-of-illusions-manchester.
What type of event is the Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition?
The Museum of Illusions Manchester exhibition is classified as “Science & nature” in the TicketPiazza listings.
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