House of Magic in Blois
Blois is a town in the Loir-et-Cher département. It stands out from the department’s other communes for its many tourist attractions.
While the Château de Blois introduces you to the history of the kings of France, the Maison de la Magie at 1 place du château in Blois (41000) in the Loir-et-Cher department is a magical place that plunges you into the world of the unreal.
Are you ready to take a tour of this space dedicated to Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin? Then enter the world of prestidigitation and illusionism!
La maison de la Magie, a place worth visiting in Blois
Opened in 1998, the Maison de la Magie in Blois is a wonderful place dedicated to the famous French magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin. Robert-Houdin, who is close to our camping site with its unusual accommodation in Blois, left his mark on the history of magic with his famous tricks, which have remained forever engraved in the annals of illusionism. The father of today’s magic, the house dedicated to him is a unique museum in Europe, offering visitors more than one trick. From the history of magic and man to entertainment, everything is here to delight and amaze you.
What can you visit at the House of Magic?
Set in an area of 2,000 m², the site’s first attraction is its location. In fact, it’s located opposite the Royal Castle. What’s more, if you linger outside the building for more than half an hour before entering, you’ll experience a phenomenon that is unique throughout Europe: the emergence of 6 dragon heads offering an exceptional spectacle in the windows of the house.
The site also offers parents and children the chance to learn the art of illusionism. It’s a truly unique experience! The house also offers discovery workshops for children and families, as well as for schoolchildren. It’s an opportunity for anyone taking part to discover many mysteries. And that’s not all! La maison de la magie also offers magic shows all year round, to the delight of visitors. While you’re camping near Blois, take a trip there, and you won’t regret it!
When you visit the Maison de la Magie in Blois, you’ll be immersed in an enchanting world where magic and illusion come to life. Watch exciting performances by professional magicians and discover spectacular magic tricks and breathtaking illusions. Explore interactive exhibits that reveal magic’s best-kept secrets, and delve into the fascinating history of this mysterious art. The guided tour will enable you to learn more about the various aspects of the magic house, while the workshops will give you the opportunity to learn some simple magic tricks and discover the techniques used by professional magicians.
Don’t forget to marvel at the permanent collection, whose historical objects, such as posters from past shows and costumes of famous magicians, will transport you into the fascinating world of magic. Finally, stroll through the Halls of Illusion for a unique visual experience and play with optical illusions. A visit to the Maison de la Magie in Blois is an unforgettable experience for magic lovers of all ages.