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Camera Obscura & Illusions

Historic museum and observatory featuring six floors of interactive optical illusions and a 173-year-old camera obscura. The site includes over 100 exhibits focused on light and color alongside panoramic rooftop views. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM–10:00 PM

Admission

Children under 5 free; early bird and night owl discounts available for online bookings.

Tickets

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Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Christian Michelides
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Kim Traynor
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Yair Haklai
Camera Obscura & Illusions
AlasdairW
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Ad Meskens
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Enchufla Con Clave
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Enric
Camera Obscura & Illusions
Enric
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45 min
Walk · 18 min
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The Outlook Tower houses six floors of interactive exhibits focused on optical illusions, light, and color. The collection features over 100 hands-on displays, puzzles, and historical exhibits regarding the history of photography. It serves as both an educational facility and a funhouse.

A central feature is the 173-year-old camera obscura, a historic optical device providing a real-time virtual tour of the city. Originally established in 1835, the attraction includes the original camera obscura and a rooftop area with panoramic views.

The museum is open daily until late. The interactive nature of the exhibits is designed for all age groups.

More Information and Contact

Email info@camera-obscura.co.uk
Phone +44 131 226 3709
Address Castlehill 549, EH1 2ND Edinburgh
Coordinates 55°56'56.504" N, 3°11'44.174" W
Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Camera Obscura & Illusions
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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3M+ downloads · 4.6 stars · 15 years of trip planning
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