The 15 best escape rooms in Austin
Whether you seek gold or magical prowess, the best escape rooms in Austin give you a chance to fulfill your dreams.
Escape Hour
Overwhelmingly Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had such a great time with Chapter 1 that we went back the very next day to play Chapter 2 of the Cabin. Monie Motel did not disappoint either. It was just as scary as the first chapter. Our host Reina was every bit as welcoming as Lee, our gamemaster from the day before. Two days, two chapters, zero regrets.”
mugwort
30 games played
Escape Hour
Overwhelmingly Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We’d had this on our wishlist forever, and when we finally got back to Austin, we made sure it was at the top of the list. Zero disappointment. The puzzles, the atmosphere, the attention to detail in every room, and especially the actor’s performance were all incredible. We screamed more than a few times. The gamemaster was fantastic too. If you’re into scary, immersive, story-driven puzzle experiences, this is an absolute must-try. Highly recommend.”
mugwort
30 games played
Escape Hour
Overwhelmingly Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This game was a lot of fun and our favorite for the day. There is a lot to do but it all makes sense and is intelligently done. There are some “Aha” moments that we had. It does get a little warm in there. Staff was great as usual.”
jvsquad
180 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
405 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I’ve played almost all of the rooms at The Escape Game, and this one is one of my favorites. Although it’s listed as their easiest room, the sheer number of puzzles makes it a challenge if your group is the right size. We had a group of three experienced players and absolutely loved the pacing and difficulty. The puzzles were satisfying with a a few novel twists, and the theming was top notch (like almost all of The Escape Game’s other rooms). Overall, I’d rate this as an 8.5/10”
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matthewab96
60 games played
“Super interactive room with puzzle mechanics that tied in really well with the prison theme. Loved the creative transitions between rooms. Gave an immersive and cinematic feeling. Our game master, Spencer, was great and really added to the experience. Definitely a memorable one!”
ipyroball
99 games played
“Our team was able to divide and conquer during the first half, then work together toward the end. The puzzles were clever and fun to solve. Joe was our game master and made our experience very smooth. Shoutout to Hailey, the general manager, for helping make our return visit smooth and special!”
ipyroball
99 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“As always, EHA put on an amazing show. Stop back in time and get ready to save the world. Someone made poor life choices, and you’ve an hour to put it all right. No pressure. This room is spooky, but not scary. We have done the Cabin multiple times, and that definitely had us more worked up in here, but don’t expect jump scares or live actors in this escape. The immersion is still the best in the business, though!”
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karebearlythere
55 games played
Novel Escape
Very Positive
7950 Anderson Square #108, Austin, TX 78757, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“What a great first generation room! As others have said, the space and the puzzles are utilized well. We enjoy rooms that have specific tasks, and this room here has that. Great game master and a good time. Would recommend.”
SlyKittens
324 games played
Novel Escape
Very Positive
7950 Anderson Square #108, Austin, TX 78757, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loveeeeed our game master. He was super in character, super funny and helpful! I love having a live actor in the room with us that's not scary. Very well themed room, enjoyed every bit of it including asking for clues!”
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Teabunny
98 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We were hooked, so naturally we said “why not just do all 3 chapters” like the sane, well-rested people we are. Preston ran the final chapter and did not disappoint. Chapters 1 and 2 had more of the jump-out-and-scare-you energy, but chapter 3 brings its own vibe. Puzzles? Great. Atmosphere? Great. Existential dread from being yelled at by something that sounds like your angry parent? Also great. Glad we did all three chapters !”
mugwort
30 games played
“Very high production value, and some really unique puzzles compared to all of the other rooms we've done. But for our group, it was arguably too easy, as we got out in half the allotted time, and wished we'd slowed down to appreciate how fun everything was along the way.”
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cellarius
28 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room with lots of puzzles. Zero mechanical locks. Definitely a room for experts. Would not recommend for first timers. The theming was great and the effects were neat. No real wow factor but certainly left us entertained and satisfied.”
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matthewab96
60 games played
“Depths was an amazing experience with fun and unique puzzles and a great atmosphere. It has some pretty high tech elements that are simple to use and don't take away from the experience. I've found some high-tech elements to limit my enjoyment of the classic room experience, but this room integrates physical and digital puzzles and clues very well. The staff was absolutely amazing and I can't wait to finish their other rooms!”
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Bowties17
51 games played
The Escape Game
Very Positive
405 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I thought this room was great! We solved with two people with 10 minutes to spare but the puzzles and the atmosphere were both very fun. A lot of enthusiasts complain “it’s too easy” “it’s too hard”. It’s a lot of fun, that’s all that matters. Best take on a time travel room I’ve seen so far. Probably my second favorite from TEG after playground.”
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Stixels
117 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We love this location and have done a handful of their rooms. This room was delightful! Some really fun and clever features. It definitely has a Pirates of the Caribbean vibe. Recommend for groups of at least 4.”
taymals
29 games played
The Cabin: Chapter 2 - Monie Motel
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had such a great time with Chapter 1 that we went back the very next day to play Chapter 2 of the Cabin. Monie Motel did not disappoint either. It was just as scary as the first chapter. Our host Reina was every bit as welcoming as Lee, our gamemaster from the day before. Two days, two chapters, zero regrets.”
mugwort
30 games played
The Cabin: Chapter 1
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“We’d had this on our wishlist forever, and when we finally got back to Austin, we made sure it was at the top of the list. Zero disappointment. The puzzles, the atmosphere, the attention to detail in every room, and especially the actor’s performance were all incredible. We screamed more than a few times. The gamemaster was fantastic too. If you’re into scary, immersive, story-driven puzzle experiences, this is an absolute must-try. Highly recommend.”
mugwort
30 games played
Playground
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“I’ve played almost all of the rooms at The Escape Game, and this one is one of my favorites. Although it’s listed as their easiest room, the sheer number of puzzles makes it a challenge if your group is the right size. We had a group of three experienced players and absolutely loved the pacing and difficulty. The puzzles were satisfying with a a few novel twists, and the theming was top notch (like almost all of The Escape Game’s other rooms). Overall, I’d rate this as an 8.5/10”
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matthewab96
60 games played
Prison Break
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Super interactive room with puzzle mechanics that tied in really well with the prison theme. Loved the creative transitions between rooms. Gave an immersive and cinematic feeling. Our game master, Spencer, was great and really added to the experience. Definitely a memorable one!”
ipyroball
99 games played
Cosmic Crisis
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Our team was able to divide and conquer during the first half, then work together toward the end. The puzzles were clever and fun to solve. Joe was our game master and made our experience very smooth. Shoutout to Hailey, the general manager, for helping make our return visit smooth and special!”
ipyroball
99 games played
Call of the Ancient
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“As always, EHA put on an amazing show. Stop back in time and get ready to save the world. Someone made poor life choices, and you’ve an hour to put it all right. No pressure. This room is spooky, but not scary. We have done the Cabin multiple times, and that definitely had us more worked up in here, but don’t expect jump scares or live actors in this escape. The immersion is still the best in the business, though!”
k
karebearlythere
55 games played
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Novel Escape
- Escape room
- IRL
“What a great first generation room! As others have said, the space and the puzzles are utilized well. We enjoy rooms that have specific tasks, and this room here has that. Great game master and a good time. Would recommend.”
SlyKittens
324 games played
Royale Casino Heist
Novel Escape
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loveeeeed our game master. He was super in character, super funny and helpful! I love having a live actor in the room with us that's not scary. Very well themed room, enjoyed every bit of it including asking for clues!”
T
Teabunny
98 games played
The Cabin: Final Chapter
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“We were hooked, so naturally we said “why not just do all 3 chapters” like the sane, well-rested people we are. Preston ran the final chapter and did not disappoint. Chapters 1 and 2 had more of the jump-out-and-scare-you energy, but chapter 3 brings its own vibe. Puzzles? Great. Atmosphere? Great. Existential dread from being yelled at by something that sounds like your angry parent? Also great. Glad we did all three chapters !”
mugwort
30 games played
Gold Rush
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very high production value, and some really unique puzzles compared to all of the other rooms we've done. But for our group, it was arguably too easy, as we got out in half the allotted time, and wished we'd slowed down to appreciate how fun everything was along the way.”
c
cellarius
28 games played
Edison vs. Tesla: Tesla Mode
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room with lots of puzzles. Zero mechanical locks. Definitely a room for experts. Would not recommend for first timers. The theming was great and the effects were neat. No real wow factor but certainly left us entertained and satisfied.”
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matthewab96
60 games played
The Depths
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Depths was an amazing experience with fun and unique puzzles and a great atmosphere. It has some pretty high tech elements that are simple to use and don't take away from the experience. I've found some high-tech elements to limit my enjoyment of the classic room experience, but this room integrates physical and digital puzzles and clues very well. The staff was absolutely amazing and I can't wait to finish their other rooms!”
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Bowties17
51 games played
Timeliner: Train Through Time
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“I thought this room was great! We solved with two people with 10 minutes to spare but the puzzles and the atmosphere were both very fun. A lot of enthusiasts complain “it’s too easy” “it’s too hard”. It’s a lot of fun, that’s all that matters. Best take on a time travel room I’ve seen so far. Probably my second favorite from TEG after playground.”
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Stixels
117 games played
Dead Man's Cove
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“We love this location and have done a handful of their rooms. This room was delightful! Some really fun and clever features. It definitely has a Pirates of the Caribbean vibe. Recommend for groups of at least 4.”
taymals
29 games played
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About Austin
Austin, Texas is truly a special place. From its beauty and many attractions to its great weather, it's no wonder why so many people love calling the city home. If you're looking for exciting nightlife, you'll find plenty of bars, restaurants, and live music venues to keep you entertained throughout your stay. If nature is more your thing, there are lots of green spaces such as the Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail and nature parks like Pease Park that offer breathtaking beauty and perfect places to de-stress or just get a breath of fresh air. Add to this the region's reliably warm climate that can often feel more like Spring than Winter during cooler months and you've got yourself a great city worth exploring again and again!
Learn More about Austin Escape Rooms
Austin is home to several exciting escape rooms that offer unique and challenging experiences for participants. One popular option is Puzzle Room Austin, which features rooms like "The Escape Artist," "The Nursery," and "The Art Heist." These rooms are designed to challenge participants' problem-solving skills and offer a fun and engaging adventure. Another notable escape room in Austin is the Austin Panic Room, which offers rooms like "Prison Break," "Cabin Fever," and "The Abandoned School." These rooms are designed to immerse participants in a realistic and thrilling adventure while testing their critical thinking skills. Other popular options in Austin include The Escape Game, which features rooms like "Gold Rush," "Special Ops," and "The Heist," and Maze Rooms Austin, which offers rooms like "VR Cosmos Game," "Jungle Game," and "The Time Traveler's Mission." Whether you're a local or visiting Austin, these escape rooms offer a fun and exciting way to test your problem-solving skills and enjoy a unique adventure.
