Museum
Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
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Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin is a unique museum celebrating the art of illusion, named after the famous French magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin, who was born in Blois. The museum features interactive exhibits, optical illusions, and a collection of magic props and automata. Visitors can enjoy live magic shows performed by professional magicians throughout the day. The building itself is distinctive, with a dragon head emerging from the façade every hour. It's a family-friendly attraction that blends history, science, and entertainment, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of magic.
Don't miss
- Live magic shows (check schedule upon arrival)
- Collection of historical magic apparatus and automata
- Interactive optical illusion exhibits
- The dragon façade that animates hourly
- Temporary exhibitions on magic and illusion
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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