Musée de l'illusion Nantes
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire
Illusion Nantes is a museum located in Nantes, in Loire-Atlantique, in the Pays-de-la-Loire region. It is dedicated to the study and presentation of visual phenomena related to illusion and perception. The museum offers a playful and educational approach to the mechanisms of human vision and optical illusions. It welcomes both adult visitors and children, offering an interactive experience centered on optical illusions and visual challenges. Its location in Nantes makes it an accessible establishment for enthusiasts of cognitive sciences and perceptual phenomena in western France.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 09:00–20:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 09:00–20:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00–20:00
- Wednesday
- 09:00–20:00
- Thursday
- 09:00–20:00
- Friday
- 09:00–20:00
- Saturday
- 09:00–20:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
3 Rue Contrescarpe
Phone number
+33 2 59 33 98 80Official website
illusionnantes.frGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
About 5 min walk from tram Commerce.
Nearest station
About 5 min walk from tram Commerce.
Parking
On-site parking (visitors only).
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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