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
“SHOUTOUT to Truth!!! One of the best GMs ever! I love this room! I'm a dog person, but I like cats and I did this with a friend who is a cat person. 😆 Great set design! Love the vibe, atmosphere, and the puzzles were very challenging! 😫😵💫 In one of the rooms, we got stuck on 2 different puzzles ... our GM gave us hints 3 times, but it wasn't clicking in my head until it did. LOL! The other puzzles were challenging, but very much doable on your own. And we also had the help of our GM who just made the entire experience more fun! And also took a lot of photos of us. Thanks again, Truth! You did an awesome job. 🙌🏼🫶🏼”
FleurDeLiz
36 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
115 games played
Omescape
Overwhelmingly Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Such a fun room that would definitely be a highly recommend from me, much like the other rooms in Omescape’s Sunnyvale location. Love the storyline of going on a heist and breaking in. When they say chaos in the galleria, they meant it! It could feel that way at times. There were a number of nonlinear puzzles that it would be advised to have a big group where everyone divided and conquered. We managed to escape in 71 minutes. We did not have any technical issues when we did the room. Our game master was also so accommodating. The storyline is great, there are plenty of puzzles to go around - you are sure to have a good time!”
deniecee
176 games played
Omescape
Very Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loved the room! So much to do any so many elements that provide a challenge for even the most experienced players in our team. Definitely come with as many people as you can fit in a room. I enjoyed both this one and Chaos in the Galleria but I found Hong Kong to be my favorite for the competitive aspect and variety of puzzles!”
jasminejuwvipart
130 games played
“First and foremost, if you’re looking for an immersive adventure, this is not it. This is a game. This is one of the most fun, exhilarating games I’ve played in my entire life. It’s frantic but not overwhelming. It’s absolutely perfectly crafted. It truly does feel like playing Overcooked in real life. We did it with 2 people, which is doable, but I’d get at least one or two more. There’s so much to see and do and let’s be honest, you probably won’t see everything. And you’ll learn that that’s okay. This is a work of escape room art. You won’t regret playing this.”
CaptainN3mo
72 games played
“An absolutely stellar game that lives up to the hype. My only regret was doing this one as my third in the day so my brain was already tired from the jump. But this game had a lot of really fun set pieces and puzzles that made for a truly unique experience. Great use of space and the ever changing nature of the set blew my mind! Can’t say enough good things about this game!”
danieldror
276 games played
Omescape
Overwhelmingly Positive
1135 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I absolutely loved this experience, one of my favorite horror games due to the immersive experience that our Game Master provided to us. Shoutout to Alan for making this extra special for us! I think they're able to accommodate as many people as you'd like for this. But of course, the more intimate, the more scary.”
Linking
174 games played
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
115 games played
“This was my older daughter’s 100th room and she said she was so glad because it’s now one of her favorites! The theme was very whimsical and the puzzles very well done, as to be expected for Omescape. We loved the hustle and the surprise at the end. Can’t wait for the next new game!!”
rfeldman93
159 games played
Kingdom Of Cat-tastrophy
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“SHOUTOUT to Truth!!! One of the best GMs ever! I love this room! I'm a dog person, but I like cats and I did this with a friend who is a cat person. 😆 Great set design! Love the vibe, atmosphere, and the puzzles were very challenging! 😫😵💫 In one of the rooms, we got stuck on 2 different puzzles ... our GM gave us hints 3 times, but it wasn't clicking in my head until it did. LOL! The other puzzles were challenging, but very much doable on your own. And we also had the help of our GM who just made the entire experience more fun! And also took a lot of photos of us. Thanks again, Truth! You did an awesome job. 🙌🏼🫶🏼”
FleurDeLiz
36 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
115 games played
Chaos In The Galleria
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“Such a fun room that would definitely be a highly recommend from me, much like the other rooms in Omescape’s Sunnyvale location. Love the storyline of going on a heist and breaking in. When they say chaos in the galleria, they meant it! It could feel that way at times. There were a number of nonlinear puzzles that it would be advised to have a big group where everyone divided and conquered. We managed to escape in 71 minutes. We did not have any technical issues when we did the room. Our game master was also so accommodating. The storyline is great, there are plenty of puzzles to go around - you are sure to have a good time!”
deniecee
176 games played
- Escape room
- IRL
“Loved the room! So much to do any so many elements that provide a challenge for even the most experienced players in our team. Definitely come with as many people as you can fit in a room. I enjoyed both this one and Chaos in the Galleria but I found Hong Kong to be my favorite for the competitive aspect and variety of puzzles!”
jasminejuwvipart
130 games played
Undercooked
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“First and foremost, if you’re looking for an immersive adventure, this is not it. This is a game. This is one of the most fun, exhilarating games I’ve played in my entire life. It’s frantic but not overwhelming. It’s absolutely perfectly crafted. It truly does feel like playing Overcooked in real life. We did it with 2 people, which is doable, but I’d get at least one or two more. There’s so much to see and do and let’s be honest, you probably won’t see everything. And you’ll learn that that’s okay. This is a work of escape room art. You won’t regret playing this.”
CaptainN3mo
72 games played
Robotopia
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“An absolutely stellar game that lives up to the hype. My only regret was doing this one as my third in the day so my brain was already tired from the jump. But this game had a lot of really fun set pieces and puzzles that made for a truly unique experience. Great use of space and the ever changing nature of the set blew my mind! Can’t say enough good things about this game!”
danieldror
276 games played
Haunting at Haruka High
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“I absolutely loved this experience, one of my favorite horror games due to the immersive experience that our Game Master provided to us. Shoutout to Alan for making this extra special for us! I think they're able to accommodate as many people as you'd like for this. But of course, the more intimate, the more scary.”
Linking
174 games played
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
115 games played
Witchly Ever After
Omescape
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was my older daughter’s 100th room and she said she was so glad because it’s now one of her favorites! The theme was very whimsical and the puzzles very well done, as to be expected for Omescape. We loved the hustle and the surprise at the end. Can’t wait for the next new game!!”
rfeldman93
159 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!