Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Tours

A dense array of colorful lights forming a radial pattern, likely from a festive event or display.
A historic stone building with a prominent tower and multiple chimneys.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent castle-like structure in the foreground.
A historic city street with illuminated buildings and a prominent church spire.
A historic building with a prominent corner turret and a clock tower, under a dramatic sky.
Got kids who are bored with museums, monuments and galleries? Take them to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. All the fun and games here will keep the youngsters amused for hours on end.

This Old Town Edinburgh family-friendly entertainment center is an ideal spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's loads to do and see in the area, such as Edinburgh Castle, Murrayfield Stadium, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Take your time at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions before heading to these other fine sights.

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Abbotsford Guest House

Abbotsford Guest House

3 out of 5
Leith
Price was $2,184, price is now $1,391 per person
$1,391
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
7.8/10 Good! (315 reviews)

MONO Suites Old Town

MONO Suites Old Town

4 out of 5
Old Town Edinburgh
Price was $2,163, price is now $1,453 per person
$1,453
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
8.6/10 Excellent! (390 reviews)
AMAZING LOCATION!! SUPER CLEAN!! MODERN ROOM ALL AROUND I LOVED IT!! In Edinburgh this is the place to stay. The location was absolutely phenomenal and this suite was so modern it was absolutely phenomenal. I can’t wait to come back and stay here again!

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Stylish Penthouse Suite

Stylish Penthouse Suite

3.5 out of 5
Leith
Price was $2,308, price is now $1,572 per person
$1,572
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)

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Tours & day trips

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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 1874 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $56 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Edinburgh Airport: Bus Transfer

Edinburgh Airport: Bus Transfer

9.6 out of 10 with 2594 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $8 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 484 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $44 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Glasgow: Highland Cow Trailer Tour with home baking

Glasgow: Highland Cow Trailer Tour with home baking

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $33 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 1895 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $26 per adult
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Best Lodging Options Near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4 out of 5
19 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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