Magic Museum

Where is the Musée de la Magie in Paris?

The Musée de la Magie is located on rue Saint-Paul, in the Marais district of Paris.

What is the first part of the visit to the Musée de la Magie?

The first part of the visit is led by professional magicians, who offer a history of prestidigitation. They also perform close-up and parlour magic during the tour.

What attractions can be found in the museum?

The museum features several rooms with optical illusions, distorting mirrors, showcases displaying equipment used by illusionists since the 17th century, including grand illusions, posters and automata. There are also a number of pay machines used by showmen.

Is there a store at the Musée de la Magie?

Yes, the museum has a small store where you can watch a final series of demonstrations.

Is there a magic academy associated with the museum?

Yes, the Georges-Proust Magic Academy presents its creations at the Musée de la Magie.

Can visitors learn magic at the museum?

Yes, a magic school offers courses all year round at the Musée de la Magie.

What's special about the Musée de la Magie's premises?

The Musée de la Magie also adjoins the Musée des Automates, sharing premises with the latter.

The museum offers a unique experience for magic enthusiasts and those wishing to learn more about the art of illusion.

The Museum of Magic in brief

The first part of the tour is led by professional magicians, offering a history of prestidigitation. The tour also includes a close-up and parlour magic show. Several rooms feature optical illusions and distorting mirrors, showcases displaying equipment used by illusionists since the seventeenth century (grand illusions, posters, automata), as well as numerous pay machines used by fairground entertainers.

A small boutique offers a final series of demonstrations. The Georges-Proust magic academy presents its creations here.

A magic school offers courses all year round.

The Musée de la Magie also adjoins the Musée des Automates, with which it shares premises.

Musée de la Magie website

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