Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2ND

Camera Obscura has been captivating visitors since 1835, and is the oldest attraction in Edinburgh. Fans of the weird and wonderful will not be disappointed. Tricks, puzzles, illusions, hands-on experiences and breath-taking effects can be found around every corner.

Who would pass up the opportunity to serve their own head up on a silver platter, and have it photographed for good measure?! You can even pick up the fine people of Edinburgh in your hand, in the city’s 150-year-old Camera Obscura show.