The 12 best escape rooms in Irvine
From wizardy adventures to hunts for treasure, where to find the best escape rooms in Irvine.
Hidden Donkey
Overwhelmingly Positive
17925 Sky Park Cir Ste B, Irvine, CA 92614, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“What a great episode 2 of the School of Wizardry series! Hidden Donkey does not disappoint. The Marauder’s Map guide system is on-theme and kept us on track. Set design was beautiful and “room transitions” were very memorable. Highly recommended.”
ideinit
346 escape rooms
Exodus Escape Room
Overwhelmingly Positive
1220 Village Way b, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Excellent room, did not disappoint. Did this with 2 people (though it is priced for 4) and beat it with 8 minutes to spare. Would recommend a group of 3-4, but if you’re ambitious it’s definitely do-able if you lock in. Great story and flow, everything was themed together nicely. Non-linear. Nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend as one of the top rooms in OC.”
robyn
108 escape rooms
Hidden Donkey
Overwhelmingly Positive
17925 Sky Park Cir Ste B, Irvine, CA 92614, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had such a great time with this room! The scenery was Hollywood level. We thought we had just walked into a certain wizard school from the movies. The puzzles were really fun and the tech was pretty wild. We will definitely be back to play their other room.”
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Livthtadvntr
39 escape rooms
Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales
Overwhelmingly Positive
1941 Newport Blvd #105, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA
- Haunt
- Other
“This was one of the best Axe Throwing Experiences we have done. We really enjoy Whoop Axe due to all the extra equipment they allow you to throw, but this place has the theming! This place has not only the theming, but they have the high tech equipment. I would highly recommend this place to multiple people”
Fatmonkey43
17 haunts
Intrepid Escape Rooms
Overwhelmingly Positive
1622 Edinger Ave Ste C, Tustin, CA 92780, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I'm not sure how this game was played previously, but in the version we played a few days ago we were tasked with gathering as many tonic bottles as we could. To find them we had to solve a lot of fun and clever puzzles. And I do mean a LOT. Apparently there is a less difficult version of the game with fewer tasks to complete, but knowing we had 100 games under our belts, we got the full complement of tasks. We appreciated the multilayered puzzles, of which several were also very unique. There were also aspects of humor and silly-ness, which were very welcome. Decor and props were excellent and period appropriate. While we usually like to solve puzzles and do things together, towards the end we had no choice but to divide and conquer. One triple-level logic type puzzle made me feel insanely proud to have done on my own, which is a great feeling to have in an escape room. We were allowed to go over time, and I'm glad we were, since it allowed us to fully complete all puzzles/tasks AND find the maximum number of tonic bottles. Of the three games we played at this location, this was my favorite (Jewel and Relic were the other two.) Also, tip of the hat to one of THE BEST lobbies in the business.”
BavarianErin
110 escape rooms
EscapeX Rooms
Overwhelmingly Positive
17981 Sky Park Cir H, Irvine, CA 92614, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Amazing atmosphere. I loved the theming a lot! The puzzle flow felt great, and I loved the tangible props and decorations. If you are looking for those Dark Souls, Zelda shadow temple, dark fantasy vibes - this is great. Puzzles are cool, and puzzle flow was smooth. For a very experienced group of 4 it was a little short. I wanted to be in there longer!”
Cajeeb
143 escape rooms
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Activate
Very Positive
2403 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 92782, USA
- Escape room
- Other
“This place was really fun If you’re reading this you can find this place in the Tustin District it is nearby a bunch of restaurants I hope you can write more reviews about this place on the Morty App I would love to hear your thoughts 5/5 Stars for my overall thoughts but what do you guys think”
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EscapeRats
29 escape rooms
Intrepid Escape Rooms
Very Positive
1622 Edinger Ave Ste C, Tustin, CA 92780, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Went over by 20 seconds, I’m still calling it “escaped” 😅 It is a very creative use of small space with great atmosphere. Got a couple puzzles/props I’ve not seen before. Even the clue system was whimsical! I’d recommend it for 2 strong players or 3-4 regular players. The space is too small for more than that.”
ideinit
346 escape rooms
“Fabulous room for big group- would be very difficult with only 2-3 or difficult with 4. We had 5 adults and were scrambling but finished. Puzzles not hard but massive quantity. Would recommend, one of my favorites”
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valgazor
63 escape rooms
Escape Room 66
Very Positive
23621 Ridge Rte Dr c, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We absolutely loved this room! I loved the brightness of this room (finally not a dark room!) and all of the fun dog related elements. I will say I didn’t enjoy the loud audio noises at times (supposed to be jumpscares), but otherwise, super fun & challenging puzzles! Highly recommend this room.”
missmisschelle
51 escape rooms
Escape Room 66
Very Positive
23621 Ridge Rte Dr c, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room and company! Loved the asthetic and set design of this one and the puzzle connections were a lot of fun. Overthought a few puzzles but we were able to get through it with only 2 hints. We would come back to do their other rooms after the great experience here. Non-linear which was nice to break out and focus on different things.”
capnrogers7
97 escape rooms
Escape Room 66
Very Positive
23621 Ridge Rte Dr c, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I'm a BIG Escape Room 66 fan! Their sets are always so fun, well done, and colorful. Their puzzles go on and on and on, in a good way. Groups have tons to do, no matter how small or large they get. We did this in a group of 2 and it was a lot to do and we got nudges from our GM to ensure we kept pace against time to make it out successfully. It'd be fun for a larger group. The best make of a prison escape of any escape room.”
jpr
188 escape rooms
Irvine School of Wizardry and the Goblin's Secrets
Hidden Donkey
- Escape room
- IRL
“What a great episode 2 of the School of Wizardry series! Hidden Donkey does not disappoint. The Marauder’s Map guide system is on-theme and kept us on track. Set design was beautiful and “room transitions” were very memorable. Highly recommended.”
ideinit
346 escape rooms
Ink & Ashes
Exodus Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“Excellent room, did not disappoint. Did this with 2 people (though it is priced for 4) and beat it with 8 minutes to spare. Would recommend a group of 3-4, but if you’re ambitious it’s definitely do-able if you lock in. Great story and flow, everything was themed together nicely. Non-linear. Nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend as one of the top rooms in OC.”
robyn
108 escape rooms
Irvine School Of Wizardry And The Dragon Wand
Hidden Donkey
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had such a great time with this room! The scenery was Hollywood level. We thought we had just walked into a certain wizard school from the movies. The puzzles were really fun and the tech was pretty wild. We will definitely be back to play their other room.”
L
Livthtadvntr
39 escape rooms
Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales
Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales
- Haunt
- Other
“This was one of the best Axe Throwing Experiences we have done. We really enjoy Whoop Axe due to all the extra equipment they allow you to throw, but this place has the theming! This place has not only the theming, but they have the high tech equipment. I would highly recommend this place to multiple people”
Fatmonkey43
17 haunts
The Tipsy Tailor
Intrepid Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“I'm not sure how this game was played previously, but in the version we played a few days ago we were tasked with gathering as many tonic bottles as we could. To find them we had to solve a lot of fun and clever puzzles. And I do mean a LOT. Apparently there is a less difficult version of the game with fewer tasks to complete, but knowing we had 100 games under our belts, we got the full complement of tasks. We appreciated the multilayered puzzles, of which several were also very unique. There were also aspects of humor and silly-ness, which were very welcome. Decor and props were excellent and period appropriate. While we usually like to solve puzzles and do things together, towards the end we had no choice but to divide and conquer. One triple-level logic type puzzle made me feel insanely proud to have done on my own, which is a great feeling to have in an escape room. We were allowed to go over time, and I'm glad we were, since it allowed us to fully complete all puzzles/tasks AND find the maximum number of tonic bottles. Of the three games we played at this location, this was my favorite (Jewel and Relic were the other two.) Also, tip of the hat to one of THE BEST lobbies in the business.”
BavarianErin
110 escape rooms
The Curse Of The Black Knight
EscapeX Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“Amazing atmosphere. I loved the theming a lot! The puzzle flow felt great, and I loved the tangible props and decorations. If you are looking for those Dark Souls, Zelda shadow temple, dark fantasy vibes - this is great. Puzzles are cool, and puzzle flow was smooth. For a very experienced group of 4 it was a little short. I wanted to be in there longer!”
Cajeeb
143 escape rooms
Activate [Interactive Arcade]
Activate
- Escape room
- Other
“This place was really fun If you’re reading this you can find this place in the Tustin District it is nearby a bunch of restaurants I hope you can write more reviews about this place on the Morty App I would love to hear your thoughts 5/5 Stars for my overall thoughts but what do you guys think”
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EscapeRats
29 escape rooms
Jewel of the Sea
Intrepid Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“Went over by 20 seconds, I’m still calling it “escaped” 😅 It is a very creative use of small space with great atmosphere. Got a couple puzzles/props I’ve not seen before. Even the clue system was whimsical! I’d recommend it for 2 strong players or 3-4 regular players. The space is too small for more than that.”
ideinit
346 escape rooms
Playground
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fabulous room for big group- would be very difficult with only 2-3 or difficult with 4. We had 5 adults and were scrambling but finished. Puzzles not hard but massive quantity. Would recommend, one of my favorites”
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valgazor
63 escape rooms
The DogHouse
Escape Room 66
- Escape room
- IRL
“We absolutely loved this room! I loved the brightness of this room (finally not a dark room!) and all of the fun dog related elements. I will say I didn’t enjoy the loud audio noises at times (supposed to be jumpscares), but otherwise, super fun & challenging puzzles! Highly recommend this room.”
missmisschelle
51 escape rooms
Wicked Wonderland
Escape Room 66
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room and company! Loved the asthetic and set design of this one and the puzzle connections were a lot of fun. Overthought a few puzzles but we were able to get through it with only 2 hints. We would come back to do their other rooms after the great experience here. Non-linear which was nice to break out and focus on different things.”
capnrogers7
97 escape rooms
Prison Break
Escape Room 66
- Escape room
- IRL
“I'm a BIG Escape Room 66 fan! Their sets are always so fun, well done, and colorful. Their puzzles go on and on and on, in a good way. Groups have tons to do, no matter how small or large they get. We did this in a group of 2 and it was a lot to do and we got nudges from our GM to ensure we kept pace against time to make it out successfully. It'd be fun for a larger group. The best make of a prison escape of any escape room.”
jpr
188 escape rooms
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About Irvine
Irvine is bursting at the seams with amazing things to do. For the more outdoorsy types, Irvine sits just a short drive from pristine beaches, and the beautiful mountains that offer stunning views of the vistas below. Irvine is also home to some of the most thrilling kid-friendly attractions any where on the west coast. Go karts, waterparks, and museums dot the landscape. And while the kids are busy, perhaps the parents can sneak away to one of the nearby vineyards for some well deserved relaxation. Of course, when the family is ready to come together for some adventurous fun, Irvine also offers some of the very best escape rooms in southern California. Whatever your desire, Irvine has what you're looking for on your next vacation.
Learn More about Irvine Escape Rooms
Although sometimes overshadowed by (relatively) nearby Los Angeles, Irvine is an incredible escape room destination minus the craziness of the big city. Since the first escape rooms arrived in the city, Irvine has crafted some of the very best immersive puzzle experiences in the southwest. In fact, the Irvine area is home to over 20 different escape room venues, and that number is sure to rise in the future. Irvine School of Wizardry and the Dragon Wand at Hidden Donkey is an award-winning room that remains a strong favorite among even the most experienced of players. Odditorium Emporium at EscapeX Rooms goes all-in on its theme, transporting players out of the world. The Return of the Magician at UNLOCKED: Escape Rooms is a deep experience that provides a thrill throughout its entire story. With nearly 100 escape games in the entire area, you’re sure to find the perfect game for you and your group.
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 Irvine Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Irvine. 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 Irvine?
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 Irvine 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!