In short: The Puzzling Place is an attraction in Keswick, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,060 Google reviews.
Details checked · source: Google Places
About The Puzzling Place
Step into a mind-bending world of optical tricks and holograms at this compact Keswick attraction, where gravity-defying rooms will have the whole family questioning reality.
What's nearby
- Oxfam next door
- Lakeland Spice Cuisine next door
- Bryson's of Keswick next door
- Skiddaw Hotel next door
- Booths, Keswick 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
This was definitely worth a visit while in Keswick. It kept my family entertained for an hour and a half. It's dog friendly too, so we could all go in together. We had family fun with lots to see and try, very interesting and plenty of interactive puzzles. At £4.75 each and no charge for my 2 dogs it was also good value for money. A lovely lady at the cash desk and gift shop. A lovely friendly atmosphere, I would definitely visit again. Just to add it was clearly marked as having no toilets, so best to go before you get there. It's very central and was only a short walk from the carpark. Thanx for a lovely time. There are steps up to the entrance and I don't recall any wheelchair access although you could check before you go.
· via Google
Amazing value! Yes it’s only a few rooms but lots of fun to be had if you take your time and read and interact with everything. Cheap as chips too.
· via Google
Luckily I called in before visiting a local hostelry, a couple of the exhibits would have been quite challenging if I’d been there first! Inexpensive and a most enjoyable hour spent. A range of puzzles and illusions on display, each with good instructions (other than the nose-on-mirror one that didn’t work for anyone I saw trying) and then explanations as to the reason things happen. The angled room, jump-in kaleidoscope and one with beach hut doors appearing to open were especially good.
· via Google
Great place to visit with children of school age, and good fun for the adults too! Well worth the entry fee, but when busy in keswick I would suggest pre booking, as there are queues at busy times, the children loved it and was well worth a visit 😀
· via Google
Visitors say this attraction offers a wide variety of interactive and mind-bending illusions, providing great fun and photo opportunities for all ages. They also highlight the excellent value for money, friendly staff, and dog-friendly policy.
Some reviews mention the exhibits can be dated.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 9, Museum Square, Keswick, CA12 5DZ Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (2,060 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- No
- Destination
- Keswick
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of The Puzzling Place?
The Puzzling Place is open Mon–Sun 11am–5:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is The Puzzling Place any good?
The Puzzling Place is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,060 Google reviews.
Is The Puzzling Place good for children?
Yes, The Puzzling Place is listed as good for children.
Is The Puzzling Place indoors or outdoors?
The Puzzling Place is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.
What ages is The Puzzling Place suitable for?
The Puzzling Place suits all ages.
Is The Puzzling Place wheelchair accessible?
Google does not list a wheelchair-accessible entrance at The Puzzling Place.
Is there parking at The Puzzling Place?
Yes: paid car park.
How do I contact The Puzzling Place?
Call The Puzzling Place on +44 17687 75102.