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Museum of 3D Illusions in San Francisco, CA

55-61 Jefferson St • San Francisco, CA 94133
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Museum of 3D Illusions in San Francisco, CA
Museum of 3D Illusions in San Francisco, CA
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Visit the Museum of 3D Illusions in San Francisco and step into a world where art and imagination collide. Explore over 40 interactive exhibits, capturing mind-bending photos of yourself in iconic scenes. Then, head to Smash It! to break plates and release stress in a fun, creative way. Perfect for all ages, it’s a vibrant playground for lasting memories.

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  • Capture mind-bending photos with over 40 interactive 3D illusions.
  • Fly on a magic carpet beside the Golden Gate Bridge or balance on the edge of a mountain.
  • Unleash creativity in the Smash It! room by decorating and smashing plates.
  • Located at 55-61 Jefferson St. near Fisherman's Wharf in the Bay Area.
  • Suitable for all ages; however, the Smash It! experience is for guests aged 12 and up.
  • Flash photography is encouraged to capture the illusions perfectly.
  • Plan to spend at least 45 minutes exploring the museum.
  • No strollers, food, or drinks allowed in the museum.
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Description

The Museum of 3D Illusions was founded as a place where visitors could let their imaginations run wild! We wanted to offer everyone the chance to interact with optical illusions and do more than imagine their dreams, but to experience them. The Museum of 3D Illusions is a great place for friends and family, young and old. Visitors to the Museum of Illusions can express themselves in our one-of-a-kind interactive art exhibits that make for a photo opportunity unlike any other.

You have the chance to become a professional surfer, survive a lava eruption through the hilly streets of the Bay Area, skydive from great heights, hang from the side of one of this city’s colossal skyscrapers, and so much more. No matter the setting, you are in for an incredible experience, sure to play with your perception and make you the star of every photo you take! Our goal is to create a unique Museum to capture the hearts, minds, and spirit of every city we open in.

This new San Francisco museum is one of a kind, reflecting the magic San Francisco offers. We are so happy that we can share our 40+ 3D illusions with the people of this great city and know that our visitors will love taking photos and making memories using our interactive exhibits.

New Smash It!
Are you suffering from stress and experiencing a lot of pressure? It is time to blow off some steam! At “Smash It!”, we will provide you with plates to write on and decorate to unleash your creativity. Smash the plates with your stress-filled thoughts, let all of your negative emotions out, and feel happy! The more dishes you break, the better you will feel afterward!
This is the new year to continue those positive vibes that you have been yearning for; this is the year for a better change!

For safety reasons, the “Smash It!” room is for teenagers (12+) and Adults Only.
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Trail12264245877
San Francisco, California
"Fun place to take amusing photos"
TripAdvisor user rating 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 22, 2025
This is not really a museum in the traditional sense. This is basically a fun space for those folks who like to pose for amusing photos in front of artwork. It consists of several rooms filled with murals or paintings (floor to ceiling ) of different scenes. You are supposed to pose in front of each mural in a way that creates the illusion that you are a part of the artwork. Some of the artwork is more convincing than others at creating a 3d illusion. They do offer examples on how to pose in front of each painted scene. They also have some props that you can use to enhance your photos. There are markers on the floor which indicate where the person who is taking the photo should stand. One can be quite creative with the poses. Selfies are not going to give good results here. I recommend bringing a tripod if you want all those in your group to be included in the photos. I noticed that it was less expensive to buy tickets online than in person.
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EcoBean
Kent, England
"Excellent Fun with some Superb Art work"
TripAdvisor user rating 5 out of 5
Reviewed January 27, 2025
Best experience in San Francisco. An amazing art studio of 3D images around the walls, to interact and take photos in. This was such a good laugh, and made some really great memories here. Follow the instructions printed on the floor to get the best position to take the photos. There are props alongside some of the artwork which really added to the fun! Highly recommend visiting.
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Cindystar858
Ramsey, Minnesota
"Lots of Cool/Fun Photo Ops Here"
TripAdvisor user rating 5 out of 5
Reviewed July 22, 2024
There are lots of cool backgrounds set up to take some fun pictures. They have a room that is slanted so the person on one side looks huge and the person on the other side looks tiny. There is a photographer on hand to help you set up and take the photos. We had a lot of fun here!
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114gabrielleh
"HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE. the staff were also so unenthusiastic"
TripAdvisor user rating 1 out of 5
Reviewed January 08, 2024
went in thinking that the place looked cool and would be lots of fun paid 90 us dollars $130 austrian for me and my mum, went inside and was extremely underwhelmed there was about 12 artworks on the wall but it was just a two minute walk through. there were no props nothing but we kept our spirits up excited to do some plate smashing. went to the counter and had to sign a waiver we spent 5 minutes filling this out and then asked how many plates we got to smash and disappointingly found that we could only smash 3 each. went to a tiny room where we only had 10 minutes and some markers to write on the plates that were all dried out anyway. overall this experiance was way to expensive for walking through one room of art a d throwing three plates at a wall. a complete rip of i would not advise anyone to go here. save your money
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lesb984
"Disappointing"
TripAdvisor user rating 1 out of 5
Reviewed March 04, 2023
We bought the Silver VIP package ($150.00) but there wasn’t anyone to assist us with the set up of photos using my camera. I would say that it is less a museum than I would have thought. It is three or four rooms with hand painted scenes that you can stage with your own phone with one of their supplied tripods (gold package they also take the photo for you). There appeared to be approximately 10-12 scenes to work with. We were underwhelmed. It may work for your family, we just left and found other attractions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Museum of 3D Illusions

What is the Museum of 3D Illusions?

It's an interactive museum featuring over 40 hand-painted 3D illusions that allow visitors to become part of the art.

Where is the museum located?

The museum is at 55-61 Jefferson St. near Fisherman's Wharf in the Bay Area

Is there parking available nearby?

Yes, there are several paid parking facilities near Fisherman's Wharf; however, public transportation is recommended due to limited parking.

How long is the tour?

The museum tour is self-guided. While there's no time limit for visitors, most of the visitors usually spend 45-60 minutes at the museum.

Are there age restrictions for any activities?

The museum is suitable for all ages, but the Smash It! experience is for guests aged 12 and up.

Is photography allowed inside the museum?

Yes, flash photography is encouraged to capture illusions.

Can I bring my own food and beverages?

No food or drinks allowed in the museum.

Are strollers allowed?

Strollers are not allowed in the museum.

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