The 12 best escape rooms in San Jose
Cats, robots, chefs, oh my! The best San Jose escape rooms offer a little bit of everything to players.
Omescape
Very Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Boy did this room deliver!! Easily one of our top 5! It has multiple rooms with many distinct puzzles that flow well with the theme. It’s a family friendly room that can be enjoyed by all. It will require you to move like a child at certain points but I promise it’s fun!!”
CrySkyBen
104 games played
“An underrated epic adventure game that gets slightly bogged down by too much unnecessary movement for the use of a couple gameplay mechanics between rooms and unnecessary story scenes that get this- require more unnecessary movement between rooms for the group to see them. If these issues were fixed and there was just a little bit more pizzaz to the game (especially more usage of a particular game mechanic that feels like something straight from a video game) this would probably be in my top 10, but as is this game still deserves the heart rating and stands up with the rest of the Omescape Sunnyvale games.”
GarlicBread42
87 games played
Omescape
Overwhelmingly Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room blew away all of my expectations, it is absolutely a fantastic, fun, and very clever room. First off, there is a delightful mechanism in the room for, let’s say, acquiring the ability to advance in the room. The game is managed in a way that you can divide and conquer, but there never seemed to be too many things to work on at once, it seemed just right. The diversity in the puzzles was impressive and very appreciated. One of my favorite aspects of this room is a great sense of humor sprinkled throughout. We did this with 6 enthusiasts, and that seemed about right. I will be discussing this room a lot, wow!”
Scoopspope
179 games played
Omescape
Very Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Should out Truth, awesome GM. Amazing experience overall and fantastic game. I've played team v team games before and this one is the best one yet. Each side it truly equal and a great set. Highly recommend, hidden gem!”
RyanYuzuki
189 games played
“This is one of my all-time favorite rooms - it's very different from a classic escape room. It's much less of a linear experience and more like a series of high pressure mini-puzzles but I am a huge fan of the video game Overcooked and this room definitely manages to tap into the same spirit of joyful chaos that Overcooked brings. What a fantastic theme.”
lessachu
102 games played
“Overall a great room but it does not crack my top 10 (in my bio). While its puzzles are well done and could be considered hard, when I look back, none were extremely challenging. Other rooms at Omescape had much harder and abstract puzzles. I also take issue with the two puzzles that had repetitiveness. In one case it was confusing to the progression, unnecessarily so (at least imo, others on my team weren’t as critical as I). The other repeated puzzles was fine cuz we had 6 people. If we were only 4 I would’ve found the repetitiveness even more annoying. Others in my group had no issue with it. But very very fun room and a well deserved reputation.”
aomega
125 games played
Omescape
Overwhelmingly Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I was reluctant as I am such a baby with scary stuff but this was so cool and I’m so glad I did it! So much to take in! We chatted for 20 minutes after just about all the detail to find. Highly recommend!!”
rfeldman93
149 games played
The Escape Game
Very Positive
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
The Escape Game
Very Positive
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“It’s insane how a game of this caliber can be reproduced across the entire country. Definitely the best game I have played from a major chain (note: I have not played any other games from The Escape Game yet). A great immersive storytelling game with solid puzzles, a great atmosphere change, and enough plot to make you feel like the main characters in your own espionage film. (This also would work well as an introduction to escape rooms though it would definitely be a harder beginner game.)”
GarlicBread42
87 games played
Kingdom Of Cat-tastrophy
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“Boy did this room deliver!! Easily one of our top 5! It has multiple rooms with many distinct puzzles that flow well with the theme. It’s a family friendly room that can be enjoyed by all. It will require you to move like a child at certain points but I promise it’s fun!!”
CrySkyBen
104 games played
Forsaken Temple
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“An underrated epic adventure game that gets slightly bogged down by too much unnecessary movement for the use of a couple gameplay mechanics between rooms and unnecessary story scenes that get this- require more unnecessary movement between rooms for the group to see them. If these issues were fixed and there was just a little bit more pizzaz to the game (especially more usage of a particular game mechanic that feels like something straight from a video game) this would probably be in my top 10, but as is this game still deserves the heart rating and stands up with the rest of the Omescape Sunnyvale games.”
GarlicBread42
87 games played
Chaos In The Galleria
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room blew away all of my expectations, it is absolutely a fantastic, fun, and very clever room. First off, there is a delightful mechanism in the room for, let’s say, acquiring the ability to advance in the room. The game is managed in a way that you can divide and conquer, but there never seemed to be too many things to work on at once, it seemed just right. The diversity in the puzzles was impressive and very appreciated. One of my favorite aspects of this room is a great sense of humor sprinkled throughout. We did this with 6 enthusiasts, and that seemed about right. I will be discussing this room a lot, wow!”
Scoopspope
179 games played
- Escape room
- IRL
“Should out Truth, awesome GM. Amazing experience overall and fantastic game. I've played team v team games before and this one is the best one yet. Each side it truly equal and a great set. Highly recommend, hidden gem!”
RyanYuzuki
189 games played
Undercooked
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“This is one of my all-time favorite rooms - it's very different from a classic escape room. It's much less of a linear experience and more like a series of high pressure mini-puzzles but I am a huge fan of the video game Overcooked and this room definitely manages to tap into the same spirit of joyful chaos that Overcooked brings. What a fantastic theme.”
lessachu
102 games played
Robotopia
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“Overall a great room but it does not crack my top 10 (in my bio). While its puzzles are well done and could be considered hard, when I look back, none were extremely challenging. Other rooms at Omescape had much harder and abstract puzzles. I also take issue with the two puzzles that had repetitiveness. In one case it was confusing to the progression, unnecessarily so (at least imo, others on my team weren’t as critical as I). The other repeated puzzles was fine cuz we had 6 people. If we were only 4 I would’ve found the repetitiveness even more annoying. Others in my group had no issue with it. But very very fun room and a well deserved reputation.”
aomega
125 games played
Haunting at Haruka High
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“I was reluctant as I am such a baby with scary stuff but this was so cool and I’m so glad I did it! So much to take in! We chatted for 20 minutes after just about all the detail to find. Highly recommend!!”
rfeldman93
149 games played
The Depths
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
Special Ops: Mysterious Market
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“It’s insane how a game of this caliber can be reproduced across the entire country. Definitely the best game I have played from a major chain (note: I have not played any other games from The Escape Game yet). A great immersive storytelling game with solid puzzles, a great atmosphere change, and enough plot to make you feel like the main characters in your own espionage film. (This also would work well as an introduction to escape rooms though it would definitely be a harder beginner game.)”
GarlicBread42
87 games played
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About San Jose
San Jose is an exciting and lively city with plenty of things to see and do. Some of the most popular attractions in San Jose include the Tech Museum of Innovation, the San Jose Museum of Art, and the Winchester Mystery House. Other popular destinations include the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, and the Municipal Rose Garden. There are also several popular parks and green spaces in San Jose, including Alum Rock Park, Kelley Park, and the Guadalupe River Trail. Additionally, San Jose is home to several professional sports teams, including the San Jose Sharks (hockey) and the San Jose Earthquakes (soccer).
Learn More about San Jose Escape Rooms
San Jose is home to several exciting escape rooms that offer challenging experiences for participants. One of the most popular options is the Beat the Lock Escape Room, which features rooms like "The Asylum," "The Heist," and "The Apocalypse." These rooms are designed to test participants' puzzle-solving and critical thinking skills while offering a thrilling adventure. Another notable escape room in San Jose is Real Escape Room, which offers multiple rooms with unique themes, including "Escape from the Bank," "Escape from the Time Travel Lab," and "Escape from the Prison." Other popular options in San Jose include Xcapade Entertainment, which features rooms like "The Da Vinci Code" and "Escape from the Jungle," and Omescape, which offers rooms like "The Kingdom" and "The Penitentiary." Whether you're looking for a fun activity with friends or a unique team-building experience for your company, San Jose's escape rooms offer something for everyone.
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 San Jose Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in San Jose. 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 San Jose?
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 Houston 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!