“Harry — yer a wizard”
I’d waited to receive my acceptance letter to Hogwarts and soon I accepted my fate of being a muggle — until the exhibition arrived in Singapore!
Calling all witches, wizards, and muggles alike!
The magic of the Harry Potter world awaits at Visions of Magic in breathtaking details. While we may no longer be at the sweet age of eleven, working at the Ministry of Magic still makes a wonderful career — I’d assume after the end of Voldemort’s reign.
Before we enter the exhibition, each visitor is provided a wand to cast spells onto the interactive screens, adding yet another dosage of magic to this immersive exhibition.
Begin the journey aboard the Knight Bus
Step into the Ministry of Magic after the Black’s family house, and marvel at life-size illustrations and moving portraits. Here, we make a phone call to a mystery man —
A successful attempt at using an analogue telephone — thank you Joslyn!
Follow the owl posts to the next stop: The Hall of Prophecy and listen to the many divinations made for the future. And here’s me divining a wonderful 2025 for everyone!
Truthful thought — I’m glad it’s crowded! Otherwise, the dark lighting and disembodied voices surrounding us make for a good fight-or-flight moment.
Are you the heir of Slytherin?
The Chamber of Secrets has been opened. Enemies of the heir… beware!
I’d been in awe of the entrancing door whereby the serpentine locks moved in sequence, very much alike to the movie, to reveal the Chamber of Secrets. Take photographs against the life-sized statues of basilisks (the irony!) and witness the iconic revelation of Tom Marvolo Riddle as Lord Voldemort.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to find Them
Occamy
Found in East Asia and India, the Occamy is a two-legged bird-like creature with a serpentine body and wings, and their eggs have a shell made of pure silver.
Visions of Magic didn’t forget about the much-acclaimed sequel, the Fantastic Beasts. Featuring magical animals on the screens, we are further introduced to their habits and terrains.
Wander through the Diagon Alley…
and revel in the likeness of the movie set — purchase potions from Mr. Mullpepper’s Apothecary or bounty hunt the famous deatheater. Then, explore the Room of Requirement and spot the many treasures of the Hogwarts founders (such as the Sword of Gryffindor, Ravenclaw’s Diadem, the Sorting Hat) and the elusive Mirror of Erised.
Ever wonder what is your deepest, darkest secret, that even our consciousness is unaware of, the Mirror of Erised will reveal?
Be careful of Fluffy, the three-headed dog!
Follow the meandering path filled with thick vines to find the legendary Philosopher’s Stone. Careful, arduous journey ahead!
Witness a thousand flying keys before the path opens way to the forbidden stone (which had been displayed rather plainly in contrast).
The Epic Battle of Hogwarts
Finally, the epic showdown between Harry Potter and Voldemort is reenacted as the last stop of the exhibition. Watch as good clashes against the bad, and how courage and kindness prevail over evil — and the victorious fireworks celebrating the end of the wicked reign.
The End of the Story
As a Harry Potter enthusiast, Potterhead, I have more than enjoyed the exhibition. Although the stations hadn’t been arranged in a chronological order, it was still a thrilling experience to step into this fantastical world.
An immersive spectacle of technology magic, I highly recommend everyone to visit this exhibition. Wear your best wizarding suit, bring along the child inside you, and get ready for this wonderful experience!
I am truly thankful to J. K. Rowling for creating such an inspiring series that has given a sparkle of the extraordinary to my childhood and touched millions of lives around the world.
The Legacy of Harry Potter —
“Do not pity the dead, Harry. Pity the living, and, above all those who live without love.”
Exclusive Merchandise and Souvenirs
Take a gander at the magical trinkets and exclusive goods to Singapore or sip a cup of butterbeer — take home a little of the world of Harry Potter with you.
Butterbeer tastes exactly the same as its name — sweet!
Plan Your Visit
- Location: Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore
- Dates: 22 November 2024 to 31 March 2025
- Tickets: Purchase them directly at the website
Don’t miss your chance to experience Visions of Magic. Grab your tickets and get your wand ready for an unforgettable adventure!
“After all this time?
Always.”
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