Illusion Museum brings a touch of magic to Cape Town
Illusion Museum is preparing to bring its exciting new experience to the heart of the Mother City. Opening on Kloof Street on Saturday, 31 May 2025, this fascinating attraction is expected to become one of Cape Town’s most popular cultural destinations.
The museum will be the second in South Africa, the third in Africa, and the 61st in the world. Cape Town’s new Museum of Illusions joins other locations in cities like Barcelona, Paris, Shanghai, New York and Dubai, offering fun and exciting sensory experiences around the world.
Since July, Joburg’s Museum of Illusions has broken records, and now Cape Town is next.
Illusion Museum, behind the magic and its origins and growth
The Museum of Illusions started in Zagreb, Croatia, in 2015 and quickly became popular globally. So far, more than 12 million people have visited.
Each location is different, offering fun, hands-on exhibits that mix science and magic to amaze visitors of all ages.
“Cape Town’s creativity and curiosity make it the perfect home for our next sensory playground” says Mark Collie, owner of the Museum of Illusions South Africa. “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.”
What to Expect at the Museum of Illusions
Right in the middle of Cape Town, the Museum of Illusions offers a fun journey through visual tricks, interactive exhibits and rooms that change how you see things. It also sparks your curiosity.
Forget the usual museum rules. Here, you can touch, play, explore, and take plenty of photos. Whether you’re tilting in the Tilted Room, losing your head at the Clone Table or seeing yourself multiply in the Infinity Room, this place will truly amaze you.
True to its “edutainment” philosophy, Illusion Museum Cape Town is perfect for curious kids and anyone young at heart. Whether you’re planning a fun family outing, a date, team-building, or just want cool photos, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re planning a birthday, work event, or school trip, MOI Cape Town can sort you out with the perfect space. It’s a fun, creative spot that’s all about making great memories.
Operating Hours:
The Museum of Illusions Cape Town is open every day. Monday to Wednesday from 9 am to 7 pm. Thursday to Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm. Sundays and public holidays from 9 am to 7 pm.
For more info or to book, visit their website or check out their social media pages.
