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Located on Dame Street in the heart of Dublin city, World Of Illusion is home to over 70 mind bening exhibits that will challenge your senses and is the perfect place to visit for anyone seeking fun things to do in Dublin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mind bending Optical Illusions play with light, colour and patterns and as you explore each floor, you’ll discover how the brain interprets information and challenges your perception of reality. The immersive and disorientating Vortex Tunnel experience challenges your senses with swirling lights creating the illusion of being off balance as you walk through. Delight in captivating Perspective Illusions that will challenge your sense of reality, including their famous Ames Room, where visitors appear to change size dramatically based on their position within the space. Look through their Large Kaleidoscope, a giant optical device, to discover ever changing symmetrical designs. This interactive kaleidoscope offers a unique photo opportunity and is a must see for fans of visual illusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enhance your visit with a Photo Experience, offering self serve photo booths at 2 of their iconic illusions. Your photos will be printed at the reception desk for an unforgettable keepsake. The World Of Illusion is centrally located in Dublin city centre and easily accessible by foot and public transport. Open daily from 9.30am until 9.30pm with last admission at 8.30pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information please visit www.worldofillusion.ie<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featured here on Let’s Travel Ireland<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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