The 12 best escape rooms in Columbus
Haunted house frights and amazing time travel are just a couple of the themes that make the best Columbus escape rooms so fun.
Team Escape Rooms
Overwhelmingly Positive
94 Dillmont Dr, Columbus, OH 43235, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“One of the most fun escape rooms I have done. They have a one of a kind puzzle that makes for a great time. I definitely recommend this one. I wouldn’t do this as your first ever escape room though, or you might not get out. It was a good challenge!”
ktbaustin
190 games played
Team Escape Rooms
Very Positive
94 Dillmont Dr, Columbus, OH 43235, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room was a blast. Team escape rooms has become one of our favorites. This room was immersive and left us wanting more. Moderate difficulty but full of very creative details. Very well designed and Todd III was a fantastic guide that made the experience even better than it already was”
ShawnB
31 games played
Team Escape Rooms
Very Positive
94 Dillmont Dr, Columbus, OH 43235, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loved this experience, first with this place. Super fun, great aesthetics and fun theme. They were really accommodating because we brought our baby and made him even have a good time (candy) lol. Thanks!!!”
randolbk
35 games played
“What a well put-together room! Despite only having two of us, we were able to finish with about 10 minutes on the clock and just one hint. That doesn't mean it's easy, but we're a more experienced duo and that usually means the room is well-clued, and it certainly was. TONS of cute jokes and touches. It does suffer a little bit from the low lighting in one room, but I understand why that's done and it's a minor complaint.”
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caerleigh
121 games played
Captivating Worlds
Overwhelmingly Positive
5495 New Albany Rd W, New Albany, OH 43054, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“The Sins of Doctor Faustus was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The room was beautifully designed, with incredible lighting, sound, and effects that created a rich, immersive atmosphere. Every detail felt intentional, and the puzzles were thoughtfully crafted to fit the story in a way that pulled us deeper into the world. We were also lucky enough to meet and speak with the owner and designer, which made the experience even more special. Their passion and creativity really shine through in every part of the room. This one easily lands in our top five escape rooms so far. Captivating Worlds truly lives up to its name, if you’re anywhere near New Albany, this room is absolutely worth the visit.”
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AmyAndCam
31 games played
Captivating Worlds
Very Positive
5495 New Albany Rd W, New Albany, OH 43054, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Definitely recommend! Owners are so welcoming and kind, and the GMs are attentive and showed genuine interest in ensuring we had the best game experience possible. The theme is very cute and unique, and the set design and puzzles fit perfectly.”
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brynnem
372 games played
Captivating Worlds
Overwhelmingly Positive
5495 New Albany Rd W, New Albany, OH 43054, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“this is a great room, up there as one of the best rooms at captivating worlds and in the columbus area. all puzzles were logically sound and made sense. it was doable with 2 people, but more people would make this room easier, as there were many things that can be done all at once. communication is key within your group, and observation (don’t forget things that you noticed early in the game!) this is by far the most difficult room at this location, i would not recommend attempting this room until you have successfully escaped their other 3 rooms. escaping is very rewarding, there are some puzzles that we have never seen before and there was a big surprise 75% through the game that we have never played before. a must play game if you are at an adequate skill level”
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hellosallysophia
73 games played
Captivating Worlds
Overwhelmingly Positive
5495 New Albany Rd W, New Albany, OH 43054, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I cannot say enough positive things! So well built, clues were very well thought out and cohesive, the storyline was perfect, the mechanics of the room were some of the best I’ve seen in an escape room. You really feel like you’re underground.. the thought process behind keeping certain areas in the room warmer.. wow. Just overall amazing. We do a lot of rooms and this has been our favorite! Beautiful building, great staff.”
bjayde
45 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
3960 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Love this one!! Super immersive game with a different atmosphere in each section of the room. Fun puzzles!! Struggled with two puzzles that might click easier for hunters or anyone more familiar with guns, but thankfully our game master helped us out. Highly recommend!”
kmviar329
341 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
3960 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“My wife and did this room and it was a lot of fun. Some reviews may suggest a large group due to the amount of puzzles. I will admit there is a lot going on, but I feel if you have prior experience you can handle it. The theming and atmosphere are spot on. Object usage was imaginative even though similar to other rooms we’ve played. Overall we were very pleased with this room experience. Keep it up Escape Game. We’ll be back.”
sissonfam2016
48 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
3960 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“My husband and I wanted to try this room while we were in Ohio for a friend’s wedding over the weekend and had some spare time. I saw that Playground was a TERPECA finalist and nominee numerous times and we were set on completing it. Getting to have such a blast and reminiscing of fun puzzles and activities in school as a 4th grader was amazing! Best room we have ever done!”
laileeb49
29 games played
Epic Escapes
Overwhelmingly Positive
1946 Baltimore-Reynoldsburg Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“great room that i would recommend to anyone. set design was cool and felt like a real pirate ship. all of the puzzles made logical sense and were well themed to fit the room. many cool surprises in the room. one of the only rooms that i wouldn’t change anything about any of the puzzles”
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hellosallysophia
73 games played
Nightmare in Pink
Team Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“One of the most fun escape rooms I have done. They have a one of a kind puzzle that makes for a great time. I definitely recommend this one. I wouldn’t do this as your first ever escape room though, or you might not get out. It was a good challenge!”
ktbaustin
190 games played
Curse of the Hidden Temple
Team Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room was a blast. Team escape rooms has become one of our favorites. This room was immersive and left us wanting more. Moderate difficulty but full of very creative details. Very well designed and Todd III was a fantastic guide that made the experience even better than it already was”
ShawnB
31 games played
Candy Factory Challenge
Team Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loved this experience, first with this place. Super fun, great aesthetics and fun theme. They were really accommodating because we brought our baby and made him even have a good time (candy) lol. Thanks!!!”
randolbk
35 games played
Cows in Space
Team Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“What a well put-together room! Despite only having two of us, we were able to finish with about 10 minutes on the clock and just one hint. That doesn't mean it's easy, but we're a more experienced duo and that usually means the room is well-clued, and it certainly was. TONS of cute jokes and touches. It does suffer a little bit from the low lighting in one room, but I understand why that's done and it's a minor complaint.”
c
caerleigh
121 games played
The Sins of Doctor Faustus
Captivating Worlds
- Escape room
- IRL
“The Sins of Doctor Faustus was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The room was beautifully designed, with incredible lighting, sound, and effects that created a rich, immersive atmosphere. Every detail felt intentional, and the puzzles were thoughtfully crafted to fit the story in a way that pulled us deeper into the world. We were also lucky enough to meet and speak with the owner and designer, which made the experience even more special. Their passion and creativity really shine through in every part of the room. This one easily lands in our top five escape rooms so far. Captivating Worlds truly lives up to its name, if you’re anywhere near New Albany, this room is absolutely worth the visit.”
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AmyAndCam
31 games played
The Barnyard Winds
Captivating Worlds
- Escape room
- IRL
“Definitely recommend! Owners are so welcoming and kind, and the GMs are attentive and showed genuine interest in ensuring we had the best game experience possible. The theme is very cute and unique, and the set design and puzzles fit perfectly.”
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brynnem
372 games played
Welcome to the Machine
Captivating Worlds
- Escape room
- IRL
“this is a great room, up there as one of the best rooms at captivating worlds and in the columbus area. all puzzles were logically sound and made sense. it was doable with 2 people, but more people would make this room easier, as there were many things that can be done all at once. communication is key within your group, and observation (don’t forget things that you noticed early in the game!) this is by far the most difficult room at this location, i would not recommend attempting this room until you have successfully escaped their other 3 rooms. escaping is very rewarding, there are some puzzles that we have never seen before and there was a big surprise 75% through the game that we have never played before. a must play game if you are at an adequate skill level”
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hellosallysophia
73 games played
Deep Underground
Captivating Worlds
- Escape room
- IRL
“I cannot say enough positive things! So well built, clues were very well thought out and cohesive, the storyline was perfect, the mechanics of the room were some of the best I’ve seen in an escape room. You really feel like you’re underground.. the thought process behind keeping certain areas in the room warmer.. wow. Just overall amazing. We do a lot of rooms and this has been our favorite! Beautiful building, great staff.”
bjayde
45 games played
Gold Rush
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Love this one!! Super immersive game with a different atmosphere in each section of the room. Fun puzzles!! Struggled with two puzzles that might click easier for hunters or anyone more familiar with guns, but thankfully our game master helped us out. Highly recommend!”
kmviar329
341 games played
Prison Break
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“My wife and did this room and it was a lot of fun. Some reviews may suggest a large group due to the amount of puzzles. I will admit there is a lot going on, but I feel if you have prior experience you can handle it. The theming and atmosphere are spot on. Object usage was imaginative even though similar to other rooms we’ve played. Overall we were very pleased with this room experience. Keep it up Escape Game. We’ll be back.”
sissonfam2016
48 games played
Playground
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“My husband and I wanted to try this room while we were in Ohio for a friend’s wedding over the weekend and had some spare time. I saw that Playground was a TERPECA finalist and nominee numerous times and we were set on completing it. Getting to have such a blast and reminiscing of fun puzzles and activities in school as a 4th grader was amazing! Best room we have ever done!”
laileeb49
29 games played
Queen Anne's Revenge
Epic Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“great room that i would recommend to anyone. set design was cool and felt like a real pirate ship. all of the puzzles made logical sense and were well themed to fit the room. many cool surprises in the room. one of the only rooms that i wouldn’t change anything about any of the puzzles”
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hellosallysophia
73 games played
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About Columbus
Columbus, Ohio is a beauty! From the towering Statehouse that sits in the center of Capitol Square to the numerous green-spaces and parks from across town, beauty radiates throughout this bustling urban center. Of course beauty isn't enough to make a city great though. Thankfully, Columbus also delivers when it comes to things to do and see. From world-class museums and galleries, to sports teams representing both college and professional sports leagues and attractions such as COSI – North America's largest science museum – there truly is something for everyone here. On top of all that, you can't beat the temperate weather Columbus enjoys during most months of the year! All these reasons help explain why Columbus continues to be one of America's greatest cities.
Learn More about Columbus Escape Rooms
Columbus is home to several exciting escape rooms that offer challenging and immersive experiences for participants. One popular option is Captivating Worlds, which features rooms like "The Sins of Doctor Faustus," and "Deep Underground." These rooms offer unique themes and puzzles that will challenge participants' minds and teamwork skills. Another notable escape room in Columbus is Team Escape Rooms, which offers rooms like "Curse of the Hidden Temple," and "Nightmare in Pink." These rooms are designed to test participants' problem-solving and critical thinking skills while providing a thrilling adventure. Whether you're a local or visiting Columbus, these escape rooms offer a fun and exciting way to test your problem-solving skills and enjoy a unique adventure.
How Do Escape Rooms Work?
Remember those point-and-click adventure games where you’re locked in a room and have to solve puzzles to find the key and escape? Those online games were the original inspiration for the live escape rooms you’ll find all across the world today. An escape room is an immersive experience where you (and your team of 2 or more people) are locked in a room with a series of puzzles for 60 minutes. To escape and win the game, you have to look for clues, solve the puzzles, and find the key. While most escape rooms only give you 60 minutes to complete the challenge, others may have shorter or longer time limits. Many venues are private rooms where you and your team are the only players. However, some places may pair you with other groups who booked a slot at the same time. And don’t worry about getting stuck, asking for hints on a difficult puzzle is totally normal. While the original escape room (created by SCRAP in 2007) had a fairly simple aesthetic, today’s escape games often take you into a different world. Artistic set designs, secret doors, and unique interactive elements are all part of the fun. It’s like an adventure game that you can interact with in real life. But if you’re hoping to preview any rooms before you book a game somewhere, detailed images and videos can be hard to find. To keep the puzzles a secret and preserve the experience of seeing the room for the first time, most venues only offer a few photos or a short trailer about the room’s theme or narrative. The only way to know what it’s like is to go and try it for yourself!
Find the Best Columbus Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Columbus. The goal of Morty is to make escape rooms more accessible for everyone to find and play. With Morty, you can: • Browse escape rooms anywhere in the country • Read reviews and ratings from other community members • Book a room together with your friends Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned escape room enthusiast, our aim is to help you play more escape rooms and visit more immersive attractions.
Frequently asked questions
How Do I Book an Escape Room in Columbus?
Most escape room venues don’t accept walk-ins, and time slots for popular games may fill up fast. Besides that, not every escape room is the same — some have varying difficulties, and you don’t want to get stuck playing a room that’s beyond your experience level. That’s why the best way to book an escape room in Columbus is through the Morty app. You can get updates on new games, read reviews, compare details (including difficulty, theme, runtime) and plan an outing with friends, all on the same platform. You can even coordinate games with your friends collaboratively. Download the Morty app and book your adventure today!