The best excursion destinations: Experience Hamburg with children 

Are you looking for an exciting excursion destination in Hamburg for the whole family? Then the Museum of Illusions Hamburg is just the place for you. Right in the heart of the Hanseatic city, you can experience optical illusions, exciting installations and tricky puzzle games together in this interactive museum.

Look forward to a magical experience for young and old. In the Museum of Illusions, your senses will be put to the test and memories created for eternity.

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Experience optical illusions

What are optical illusions? The Online Dictionary of Psychology & Education defines optical illusions as "an irritation of the perception of the sense of sight and can affect almost all aspects of vision". (Stangl, 2024)

In the Museum of Illusions, it quickly becomes clear that you can't rely on your own eyes! Between amazing images, crazy installations and upside-down rooms, your own perception will be put to the test. Together you can ask yourselves again and again: What is real? What you see or what you think you see?

Becoming part of the illusion

In our illusion rooms, you become part of the exhibition yourself. Hang upside down from the ceiling, test your balance in the vortex tunnel or suddenly become huge in the Ames room. Children can serve their parents on a silver platter.  With just one click, you can capture these fun moments in photos - so the family outing will live long in the memory. The Museum of Illusions is great fun for families with children in Hamburg..

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Amazing play of colours

What colour is created from red, green and blue? Do you have any ideas? Discover the magical power of colours on your trip to the museum and immerse yourself in rooms that suddenly make the world seem even more colourful. Be enchanted by the play of colours and always remember: photos are not only allowed in our rooms - they are actually encouraged! Create magical memories with your children and keep them forever. 

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Brain training for the whole family

Our dilemma games will make your heads spin. Who will solve the cube the fastest? Who will find the way out of the tricky escape game? These games challenge children and adults alike. Mum and Dad's brains are sure to be spinning as they puzzle out the right solutions.

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5 highlights you shouldn't miss

It's clear: the Museum of Illusions in Hamburg has a lot to offer and is perfect for the next family outing. You should definitely not miss these illusions:

  • Mirror of Truth: See yourself as others see you.
  • Ames Room: Here you can playfully change your size.
  • Vortex tunnel: Attention, danger of vertigo - everything spins here!
  • Dilemma games: perfect for inventors.
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An excursion destination in any weather

We admit it: Hamburg is not exactly known for its constant sunshine. Fortunately, we have good news, because the Museum of Illusions is a great place to visit with children whatever the weather. Come rain or shine - we are open every day for our visitors and look forward to seeing you whatever the weather!

Important information at a glance:
  • Age: The museum is best suited for ages 5 and up. 
  • Duration: You can plan about an hour for your family outing with us.
  • Location: Lilienstrasse 14-16 is located in the city centre, not far from the main train station.
  • Cost: Children aged 5 and over pay 11 euros and adults 15 euros. 

Further information about the museum and your stay can be found here.

Plan a magic children´s birthday party

Are you still looking for a venue for your next exciting children's birthday party? Plan your next children's birthday party with us! With a private tour, a surprise bag for the birthday child and a delicious meal at Vapiano, the day will be unforgettable.

Have we piqued your interest? Then find out more about our various birthday packages here.

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Tip: Combine a visit with a harbour cruise

Experience more: We offer discounted tickets for a Hamburg harbour tour. Visit the Museum of Illusions and also take a one-hour harbour cruise - and save money! Your day in Hamburg will be perfect.

More family excursions in Hamburg

Hamburg really has a lot to offer and is always worth a visit. If you need more inspiration for your future excursions, you are guaranteed to find it in this city. In and around Hamburg there are many great destinations for a trip with children. Whether it's Hagenbeck Zoo, the Aquarium, Miniatur Wunderland or mini golf - you can find even more suitable excursion destinations for families with children in Hamburg here.

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