Where
Downtown + Crossroads, MO
Museums + culture · Downtown + Crossroads
Museum of Illusions · Union StationDowntown + Crossroads
Optical illusions, perspective tricks and photo-friendly exhibits inside Union Station.
A little culture. A lot to talk about.
Plan for
About 75 minutes
Planning estimateCost
Tickets / activity fees
Check current prices ↗Hours & booking
Confirm current hours before you go.
Hours & booking ↗WHAT TO EXPECT
A reason to get out there.
Optical illusions, perspective tricks and photo-friendly exhibits inside Union Station.
KC SOCIAL TAKE
Make this your first move.
Optical illusions, perspective tricks and photo-friendly exhibits inside Union Station.
More to do in Downtown + Crossroads →BEST FOR
Find your kind of fun.
- Friends and families
- A shared activity with time to linger
Suggested for school-age children, teens, adults. These are editorial suggestions; venue participation and admission rules still apply.
THE GAME PLAN
Leave a little breathing room.
Allow about 75 minutes here, plus travel. An indoor option when the weather has other ideas.
Check current hours, admission, age rules and reservations before visiting.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
A little planning.
A better outing.
Check current hours, admission, age rules and reservations before visiting.
Check this location’s visitor information ↗AMENITIES & ACCESS
Check your must-haves.
Check parking, step-free access, seating and any participation needs with the venue before booking.
Confirm with the venue ↗Picture your next outing.
GETTING THERE
Make your next move.
NEARBY SUGGESTIONS
While you’re in the area.
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One good idea.
A whole day ahead.
Grab a bite. Find a little treat. Leave room for a shopping detour. Check each stop’s area and hours before you go.
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