Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is celebrating a series of accolades after receiving a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2026 and surpassing 11,700 five-star reviews on the popular travel platform.
The Travellers’ Choice recognises businesses that have consistently received excellent reviews from visitors around the world during the past 12 months. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions have achieved the award alongside more than 11,700 five-star ratings.
The Edinburgh attraction has also been named a Which? Recommended Provider and ranked third in the Which? Recommended Provider UK Theme Parks and Attractions listings. In addition, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions has received five-star accreditation from the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA), recognising its high standards of visitor experience, customer service and overall quality.
Andrew Johnson, General Manager, said, “We are incredibly proud to receive these awards and recommendations, particularly because they reflect the experience and feedback of our visitors. Every Tripadvisor review is read and responded to, and the comments we receive play an important part in helping us develop and improve the attraction. To have more than 11,700 guests rate us five stars, while also being recognised by Tripadvisor, Which? and ASVA, is a tremendous achievement for our entire team. Our colleagues work hard every day to create a welcoming, fun and memorable experience for visitors of all ages, and these accolades are wonderful recognition of their enthusiasm and dedication.”
This summer, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is also participating in the Great British Summer Savings scheme, offering discounted admissions across all ticket types, making it even easier for families and visitors to enjoy the attraction during the summer holidays.
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is the 10th most visited paid attraction in Scotland. Housed in an historic building, the attraction offers visitors the chance to get hands-on with over 100 interactive illusion exhibits and see a demonstration of the 173-year-old Camera Obscura and outstanding panoramic views of the city from the Rooftop Terrace. It has something to entertain all ages and is open every day from early until late, all year.
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