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Camera Obscura
Directions
Find us at the top of The Royal Mile, just before the Castle Esplanade.
Explore the wonders of light and Illusion in the Magic Gallery. Gaze in wonder at our stunning 3D hologram display in Light Fantastic. Interact with an array of Edinburgh Vision images from Victorian 3d cityscapes to live viewcams which you control. Pick people up on the palm of your hand in the Camera Obscura and enjoy the breathtaking panoramas from our rooftop terrace. Five great attractions in one visit. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - where seeing is not believing.

Opening Hours
Sep&Oct: Daily 9.30-6.00
Nov-Mar: Daily 10.00-5.00
Apr-Jun: Daily 9.30-6.00
Jul&Aug: Daily 9.30-7.30

Admission
Adult £7.95 Conc £6.50 Child £5.50

Prebooked groups of 10 or more receive 20% discount on these prices plus one leader free for every 10 in the group.

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Castlehill, The Royal Mile
Edinburgh EH1 2ND
TEL - 0131 226 3709
FAX - 0131 225 4239
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What our visitors have said!

"The camera obscura presentation was absolutely fabulous...thank you!"

"The Optical Illusions floor was especially entertaining."

"Very hands on, informative and a good laugh."

"It was as perfect as it could have been."

"Brilliant!!! Could spend all day here!"

"Fantastic! This would have been great to see upon arriving in Edinburgh as an intro to the city."

"Best place I've ever been. 1st class"





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