When is Museum of Illusions Chicago open?
Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM; Sun 10 AM–8 PM.
MuseumJewelers Row
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A playful, immersive museum filled with mind-bending optical illusions and hands-on exhibits that challenge perception. Ideal for families, tourists, and curious visitors looking for lively photo ops, interactive installations, and short, engaging walkthroughs. Expect bright rooms, interactive setups, and plenty of opportunities for creative photography and social media moments.
Quick answers
Mon–Thu 10 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM; Sun 10 AM–8 PM.
It's at its best afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Google lists its prices as $$.
25 E Washington St,Chicago, IL 60602.
Right now · 12:15 pm
A great call right now.
Nearly as good as its best, 2 pm.
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Before you go
From visitors and the venue
4.7from 4.6k reviews
Around Jewelers Row
Within about a 15-minute walk.
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Leave with a light layer.
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.