Paradox Museum Paris unveils 5 new immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

The Paradox Museum in Paris continues to seduce us with its latest additions! The world's largest museum of mental trickery unveils 5 new immersive experiences to turn our heads upside down. We're off to (re)discover this temple of illusion, just a stone's throw from the Opéra, in 1700 m2 of space on 3 levels.

In Paris, we never tire of surprising you. With the Musée de l'Illusion and its multi-sensory trail, Sensas, theimmersive and sensoryexperience, and Science Experiences and its immersive trail, there's no end to the number of surprising museums with funny experiences.

Head for the Grands Boulevards, in Paris's 9th arrondissement, near FlyView and La tête dans les nuages, to discover this spot that's expanding to our delight. This is the European flagship for the concept, which has no intention of stopping there, as new addresses are opening all over the world.

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The Paradox Museum: a must-visit attraction!

The Paradox Museum offers a playful, immersive experience with over 90 interactive illusions. Perfect for a family outing, a day with friends, or a romantic escape, it’s the ultimate fun spot this winter. And for a sweet break, extend the adventure at Hans & Gretel, a fairy-tale confectionery where you can indulge in cotton candy and handcrafted ice creams.

Highlights not to miss:

• Paradox Sofa: where you disappear halfway in the blink of an eye;
• Vertical Paradox: an ascent that defies logic;
• Zero Gravity: a room where gravity appears to be suspended;
• Ames Room: a space that warps size depending on where you stand;
• Paradox Tunnel: a spinning corridor that messes with your balance;
• Reversed Room: a space where everything feels upside down;
• Camouflage Room: designed to blend you seamlessly into the surroundings.

The program at the Paradox Museum in Paris includes almost a hundred experiences, for families and friends alike, to push back the limits of reality. Among these many unusual experiences, more than a dozen are exclusive to the site! This means you can experience installations designed and created exclusively for the French capital that don't exist in Oslo or Barcelona.

The 5 new features

• In the Zero Gravity Room, the sensation of weightlessness becomes reality. Floating like an astronaut is made possible through a setting inspired by science fiction. This concept, already popular in Hollywood blockbusters and music videos, offers visitors a unique and exclusive experience in France.
  
  
• The Water Paradox at the Paradox Museum challenges perception: water droplets appear to float or even move upstream, thanks to a clever play of stroboscopic lighting that tricks the eye. The illusion is striking and prompts reflection on our relationship with reality.
  
  
• With Butterflies, a shadow ballet of butterflies comes to life under the subtle shifts of light. This poetic immersion evokes childhood memories and invites visitors on a journey between dreams and optical illusions.
  
  
• In the Red & Blue Room, artist Insane51 creates a living kaleidoscope where colors intertwine to produce 3D visual illusions. A captivating exploration of contrast and vibrant perception.
  
  
• Finally, the Seesaw Paradox transforms a simple swing into a visual challenge. Two people swing on opposite sides of a mirror, synchronizing their movements without ever crossing paths. An installation that explores the connection between reality and illusion.

These five new experiences push back the limits of perception and promise a fascinating plunge into the art of illusion.

Midnight Paradox: Night Openings at Paradox Museum

Once a month, the museum stays open from 7:30 PM until midnight for a special night tour! (Last entry at 10 PM) On December 13th, the museum will open its doors in the evening for a magical nocturnal experience!
Immerse yourself in a nocturnal and captivating atmosphere as you explore the museum like never before: illusions, enchanting scenery, and astonishing surprises await. ✨

This is a perfect chance to enjoy a unique, timeless moment… and savor it peacefully after dark.

Book your evening on December 13th now!

Featuring hypnotists, magicians, and performers: experience the Paradox Museum in a way you've never seen before!

These experiences are bound to evolve again over time, and other illusions and deceptions will renew the course for our greater pleasure in the future. In the meantime, let's discover some of these paradoxical experiences.

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Surprising decors turn your reality upside down, you're fooled by the various trompe l'œil and interactivity is the order of the day. Can you sort out the real from the fake?

Paradox Museum Paris unveils an immersive tour lasting around 1h30. Of course, as a talented photographer, you're welcome to spend more time here, as you'll be able to take plenty of unusual photos (and videos) to share your experience on social networks. Note that there's a code locker where you can put your things and coats, which comes in handy when you want to take a photo. Note also that the number of people on the courses is limited, so online booking is highly recommended to avoid getting stuck. Finally, a word of advice: make sure you recharge your camera and mobile phone batteries, and take along an external battery - it might come in handy!

After the walk, or before it, or even without it, as the café is open-access with its own entrance, you can head for Hans & Gretel 's new café, which has something to tempt both young and old gourmets... Sweets, waffles, ice creams and decadent doughnuts are all on the menu...

Explore Hans & Gretel's Treats Map by clicking here!

An immersive pastry shop based on the Hansel&Gretel fairy tale opens at the Paradox Museum
The Paradox Museum offers new rooms and experiences for your visit in early 2025: get ready to enter the heart of the Hansel&Gretel fairy tale by discovering the museum's new patisserie. And good news: following its huge success since opening, this pop-up is now permanent! [Read more]

Are you ready to take on the unreal and enjoy?