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Alive Museum Ancol

4.3 · 1,177 reviews
Playful and interactive
Alive Museum Ancol, Beach City Mall, Jalan Ancol Beach City 3rd Floor, Ancol, Kec. Pademangan, Jkt Utara, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 14430, Indonesia
Interesting facts
1

The facility uses 3D art techniques where images appear to pop out of walls when viewed from specific angles.

2

It is part of a franchise model originating from Korea, emphasizing Hallyu (Korean Wave) aesthetics and themes.

3

The floor space is organized into distinct zones, ranging from historical and fantasy settings to modern pop culture scenes.

4

The museum relies on visitors' participation to complete the 'illusion' aspect of the exhibits.

Overview

Alive Museum Ancol is an interactive 3D illusion and wax art facility located within the Beach City Mall in the Ancol Dreamland recreational area. The museum features a series of themed rooms designed specifically for immersive photography, utilizing forced perspective to create optical illusions. Visitors interact with various hand-painted backdrops, statues, and wax figures to appear as though they are part of the scenery. The attraction is situated on the third floor of the mall, overlooking the Ancol beachfront. It serves as a climate-controlled indoor alternative to the outdoor activities typically found in the surrounding North Jakarta recreation complex. The facility emphasizes personal content creation for social media platforms through its structured photo zones.

Photo spot

The marked floor spots in front of the large-scale 3D murals which align your perspective with the painted depth.

Insider tips

Bring a companion or tripod, as many exhibits require a photographer to stand at a specific marked point to capture the 3D effect correctly.

Wear comfortable, easy-to-move-in clothing, as the best photos often require crouching, sitting, or posing on the floor.

Check your smartphone storage space beforehand, as visitors typically take hundreds of photos.

What to avoid

Do not visit during public holidays or weekends if you dislike waiting in lines for each individual photo exhibit.

Etiquette

Avoid touching or leaning on the wax figures directly; stay within the marked floor boxes for optimal camera angles.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1.5-2 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday afternoons to avoid the weekend crowds that make queuing for individual photo zones difficult.
Address
Alive Museum Ancol, Beach City Mall, Jalan Ancol Beach City 3rd Floor, Ancol, Kec. Pademangan, Jkt Utara, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 14430, Indonesia
-6.118, 106.857
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Details
Key exhibits3D optical illusion murals and thematic wax figure sets

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1.5-2 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday afternoons to avoid the weekend crowds that make queuing for individual photo zones difficult..

The marked floor spots in front of the large-scale 3D murals which align your perspective with the painted depth.

Close by you'll find Sea World Ancol, Ancol beach, Dufan Ancol.