Museum of Illusions - Mall of America
4.9(2,966)4.9 out of 5 stars, 2966 reviews Minneapolis, MN
About Museum of Illusions - Mall of America
The Museum of Illusions at the Mall of America offers a unique, interactive experience focused on optical illusions and photo opportunities, making it a fun outing for families and couples alike. The engaging staff enhances the experience by helping visitors understand the exhibits.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a fun, quick outingCouples on a date nightFriends seeking a unique photo opportunitySuitable for all ages, particularly engaging for children aged 5-12 and teens who enjoy photographyRecommended for couples looking for a fun date night
Why families love it
- Engaging staff who assist with exhibits and photography
- Numerous photo opportunities with creative optical illusions
- Interactive experiences like the vortex tunnel that are enjoyable for all ages
- The vortex tunnel, which provides a unique disorienting experience
- Staff assistance with demonstrations of illusions
- Fun and creative photo opportunities that appeal to social media users
Insider tips
- Visit with at least one other person to fully enjoy the interactive exhibits
- Plan to combine your visit with other activities at the Mall of America for a full day out
- Go during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and fully enjoy the exhibits
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours when the venue may be crowded
- Going in expecting a lengthy experience; it's best for a short visit
- Limited space and exhibits, leading to a short visit (less than an hour)
- Some visitors felt the experience could be more interactive and varied
- Potential for crowds during peak times, which can detract from the experience
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and holidays; best to visit on weekdays or during off-peak hours
- Value
- Pricing is not explicitly mentioned in reviews, but the experience is described as good value for a short visit, especially if combined with other Mall activities. Parents should be aware that the experience may not justify a high ticket price if expecting a longer stay.
What parents say
"This is a GREAT place to take the family for a fun day out or even a date night. I went twice in a 3 week span and it wasn’t any less entertaining the second time. The staff is great, they explain the exhibits and how to get the best pictures. There’s always someone walking around so if you have questions you can ask right away. We will definitely go again and again and again…. You get it. Go check it out!"
2 months ago
"I visited the Museum of Illusions at the Mall of America and had a pretty fun time! It's definitely one of those places where your camera is your best friend—there are tons of cool photo ops and optical illusions that will make you laugh and scratch your head. Some of the illusions are things you've probably seen online, so if you're someone who spends a lot of time on TikTok or Instagram, it might not feel super new. Still, seeing them in person is a different experience and definitely more engaging. It wasn’t too busy when I went, which was actually great because I had the chance to take my"
4 weeks ago
"Really nice man helped us take photos - his name was something that rhymed with either blue or green but I don’t remember what is was. Whoever reads this will know what I’m talking about. I hope he wins his contest against his co workers!"
2 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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