The 8 best escape rooms in North Austin
From trains to spaceships, North Austin's best escape rooms traverse worlds and stars.
Escapology
Very Positive
2000 S I-35 Frontage Rd Ste E2, Round Rock, TX 78681, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Escape Hour
Overwhelmingly Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“The Crypt was our second experience at Escape Hour and we loved every bit of it. The set design and use of space was incredible, and we felt like we were solving puzzles the entire time, never standing still. Although not a huge space, the gameplay forces communication in unique ways that led to an even better experience.”
cupofjoe18
86 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Escape House Austin continues to deliver. A great fun pirate themed room with some unique puzzles I’ve never seen before. A good mix of tech and mechanical triggers. There are a lot of obvious things that are easy to overlook which make it fun. No spoilers, but make sure to look EVERYWHERE on this ship for clues. Sweeping the room again a few times we always found something we overlooked.”
RogerTrang
59 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Unravel a dark, Lovecraftian mystery and strive to undo the horror currently menacing the world. Puzzle-heavy, excellent use of space, and a story that builds. Some parts may be difficult to access for folks with limited mobility. Our GM, Ky, was lovely!”
Patroclus
374 games played
Escape Hour
Overwhelmingly Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Overall, another solid room by Escape Hour. I’ve done tons of escape rooms, but this was my first scary room that I had played. Although I think I would have enjoyed it more without the fear element, we still had a great time. There were a handful of very innovate puzzles, but even the traditional-style puzzles were still fun. Lots to explore, and the staff was incredible as always. There seemed to be less puzzles than I’d usually expect, but the pacing was good due to being slowed down by the lingering fear of a jump scare.”
matthewab96
43 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Do not overlook this room! Two common escape room themes of Christmas and Trains, yet they have blended them into one of the more memorable times you'll have! Some of the puzzles we've never seen before and everything had a nice holiday Winter vibe. I think they even piped in cold air?”
darthkumar37
367 games played
Escape Hour
Very Positive
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy STE 4300, Austin, TX 78728, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had a great time with chapter two. Although scary experiences are not our favorite, the puzzles and theming were so satisfying to solve that it was definitely worth it. The amount of exploration of this “room” was my favorite aspect.”
matthewab96
43 games played
Novel Escape
Overwhelmingly Positive
7950 Anderson Square #108, Austin, TX 78757, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“There's a lot to recommend this room, from the novel way to deliver a briefing, the fantastic GM who constantly played along, the flow of puzzles was very good (along with one of the cleverest visual puzzles I've seen for a while). The picture quality was good and the inventory was telescape based so items would appear and disappear based on our actions and worked incredibly well. This was an awful lot of fun and I even though I'm scaling my virtual play (now we can play pysical) I would play more of their offerings.”
RogueColonel
222 games played
A Pirate's Curse
Escapology
- Escape room
- IRL
The Crypt
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“The Crypt was our second experience at Escape Hour and we loved every bit of it. The set design and use of space was incredible, and we felt like we were solving puzzles the entire time, never standing still. Although not a huge space, the gameplay forces communication in unique ways that led to an even better experience.”
cupofjoe18
86 games played
Dead Man's Cove
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“Escape House Austin continues to deliver. A great fun pirate themed room with some unique puzzles I’ve never seen before. A good mix of tech and mechanical triggers. There are a lot of obvious things that are easy to overlook which make it fun. No spoilers, but make sure to look EVERYWHERE on this ship for clues. Sweeping the room again a few times we always found something we overlooked.”
RogerTrang
59 games played
Call of the Ancient
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“Unravel a dark, Lovecraftian mystery and strive to undo the horror currently menacing the world. Puzzle-heavy, excellent use of space, and a story that builds. Some parts may be difficult to access for folks with limited mobility. Our GM, Ky, was lovely!”
Patroclus
374 games played
The Cabin: Chapter 1
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“Overall, another solid room by Escape Hour. I’ve done tons of escape rooms, but this was my first scary room that I had played. Although I think I would have enjoyed it more without the fear element, we still had a great time. There were a handful of very innovate puzzles, but even the traditional-style puzzles were still fun. Lots to explore, and the staff was incredible as always. There seemed to be less puzzles than I’d usually expect, but the pacing was good due to being slowed down by the lingering fear of a jump scare.”
matthewab96
43 games played
Hijacked on the Holiday Express
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“Do not overlook this room! Two common escape room themes of Christmas and Trains, yet they have blended them into one of the more memorable times you'll have! Some of the puzzles we've never seen before and everything had a nice holiday Winter vibe. I think they even piped in cold air?”
darthkumar37
367 games played
The Cabin: Chapter 2 - Monie Motel
Escape Hour
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had a great time with chapter two. Although scary experiences are not our favorite, the puzzles and theming were so satisfying to solve that it was definitely worth it. The amount of exploration of this “room” was my favorite aspect.”
matthewab96
43 games played
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Novel Escape
- Escape room
- IRL
“There's a lot to recommend this room, from the novel way to deliver a briefing, the fantastic GM who constantly played along, the flow of puzzles was very good (along with one of the cleverest visual puzzles I've seen for a while). The picture quality was good and the inventory was telescape based so items would appear and disappear based on our actions and worked incredibly well. This was an awful lot of fun and I even though I'm scaling my virtual play (now we can play pysical) I would play more of their offerings.”
RogueColonel
222 games played
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About North Austin
With its beauty and attractions, it's no wonder Austin is one of Texas' most beloved cities. The warmth of the sun and beauty of nearby Lake Travis make Austin an ideal spot to relax and take in nature's beauty. Not to mention, it boasts a lively atmosphere, with lots of fun activities like live music happening on any given night. The weather also doesn't disappoint in Austin: hot summers, mild winters... there's something for everyone! Austin truly lives up to its reputation as the "Live Music Capital of the World."
Learn More about North Austin Escape Rooms
North Austin, Texas is home to several exciting escape rooms that offer unique and challenging experiences for participants. One popular option is the Austin Escape Game North, which features rooms like "Prison Break," "Gold Rush," and "The Heist." These rooms are designed to immerse participants in a realistic and thrilling adventure while testing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Another notable escape room in North Austin is the Lockout Austin, which offers rooms like "The Hostage," "The Study," and "The Island." These rooms offer unique themes and puzzles that will challenge participants' minds and teamwork skills. Other popular options in North Austin include Escapology Austin, which features rooms like "Arizona Shootout," "Cuban Crisis," and "Shanghaied," and The Escape Game Austin, which offers rooms like "Special Ops: Mysterious Market," "The Playground," and "The Mystery Mansion." Whether you're a local or visiting North Austin, 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 North Austin Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in North Austin. 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 North Austin?
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 North Austin 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!