The 12 best escape rooms in Seattle
Escape the rain by playing one of the best escape rooms in Seattle. Here's where to find them.
“We had a great time with The Storykeeper! Did this as a group of two and we were appropriately prompted towards solutions when needed. Only used a couple of hints; the storybook hint system is a nice touch. Theming is great and transitions between rooms are very well done. We enjoyed Jak’s eccentricity.”
austinfound
35 escape rooms
“Very challenging room for 2 people. We had a blast playing it and were only 2 puzzles away from finishing. Afterwards was surprised the room is 11 years old. Everything worked and there weren't a lot of signs of wear and tear. Puzzles were mostly "make you think" versus do something, so bring your brain in tip top shape. Very nice game master and we were treated well doing both rooms back to back.”
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WEReno
146 escape rooms
“This is a unique and very fun experience! Be ready to put your thinking cap on as some of the puzzles are pretty tricky. We participated in a group of 40, and everyone was busy the whole time moving all around. It really does handle large groups well. The staff at Locurio is amazing, if you ever have the opportunity to play this, DO IT!”
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PuzzleFan
256 escape rooms
Sure Lock Escapes
Very Positive
4517 California Ave SW Suite B, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Neon Shadows is a great room. Very puzzle heavy, though it’s adaptive to group pace. Cool effects, creative use of props, and clever puzzling. I didn’t get to play the original, but I’ve heard it’s definitely been upgraded. Highly recommend if you’re anywhere near Seattle.”
RyanYuzuki
454 escape rooms
Sure Lock Escapes
Very Positive
4517 California Ave SW Suite B, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very awesome room! Had three interactive areas and each was unique. The theme is great and the puzzles all tied to it well. A couple unique puzzles and some really well done ones we've seen before.”
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WEReno
146 escape rooms
Escape Room Seattle by Fox In A Box
Very Positive
2121 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fox in a Box really delivered on this room, I love their commitment to immersion. You do not need to know any history about the Zodiac Killer to complete this room, but it's nice to have some back story to appreciate their attention to detail in creating this room. My team had a lot of fun working through the puzzles. Keep in mind that at least one person in your group should be comfortable with small spaces before playing this game.”
jeezumcrowe
51 escape rooms
“Fun and satisfying room! It was very cool to experience one of the first escape rooms. Solid story and puzzles. Nothing was too hard but at least one of the puzzles made us think for a looong minute before we figured out what to do. Also we had hands-down the best GM ever. Doable with 2 people. General business note- this location is great. Nice calm/cozy lounge for waiting, with free water, phone chargers, and bathrooms.”
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bzpuzzle
34 escape rooms
The Escape Game
Very Positive
2101 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Puzzle Break
Very Positive
2124 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Really great game. We played with two people and almost post. The GM did let us finish. And we finished a minute and a few seconds past the 60 minute mark. This room is hard. Lots to do. Really great affects. Some new types of puzzles. I highly recommend.”
MrsBallfark
64 escape rooms
“Top shelf escape room from the escape game! It was rated as a 9/10 for difficulty but we only got stuck in 2 places that were sort of like “duh” after figuring it out. Loved the communication aspect and the rooms were detailed per usual. 10/10 no notes”
megandarragh
110 escape rooms
Choice Escapes
Very Positive
1415 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Really great single room. Game play flowed extremely well. Some really cool puzzles in here. My boyfriend and I finished with 5 minutes left using about 4 hits the whole time. Highly recommend. We will be back to play their new game coming out.”
MrsBallfark
64 escape rooms
Escape Room Seattle by Fox In A Box
Very Positive
2121 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
The Storykeeper
Locurio
- Escape room
- IRL
“We had a great time with The Storykeeper! Did this as a group of two and we were appropriately prompted towards solutions when needed. Only used a couple of hints; the storybook hint system is a nice touch. Theming is great and transitions between rooms are very well done. We enjoyed Jak’s eccentricity.”
austinfound
35 escape rooms
The Vanishing Act
Locurio
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very challenging room for 2 people. We had a blast playing it and were only 2 puzzles away from finishing. Afterwards was surprised the room is 11 years old. Everything worked and there weren't a lot of signs of wear and tear. Puzzles were mostly "make you think" versus do something, so bring your brain in tip top shape. Very nice game master and we were treated well doing both rooms back to back.”
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WEReno
146 escape rooms
The Falswift Objective
Locurio
- Escape room
- Portable
“This is a unique and very fun experience! Be ready to put your thinking cap on as some of the puzzles are pretty tricky. We participated in a group of 40, and everyone was busy the whole time moving all around. It really does handle large groups well. The staff at Locurio is amazing, if you ever have the opportunity to play this, DO IT!”
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PuzzleFan
256 escape rooms
Neon Shadows: The Polybius Files
Sure Lock Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“Neon Shadows is a great room. Very puzzle heavy, though it’s adaptive to group pace. Cool effects, creative use of props, and clever puzzling. I didn’t get to play the original, but I’ve heard it’s definitely been upgraded. Highly recommend if you’re anywhere near Seattle.”
RyanYuzuki
454 escape rooms
Spell Struck
Sure Lock Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very awesome room! Had three interactive areas and each was unique. The theme is great and the puzzles all tied to it well. A couple unique puzzles and some really well done ones we've seen before.”
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WEReno
146 escape rooms
Zodiac Killer
Escape Room Seattle by Fox In A Box
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fox in a Box really delivered on this room, I love their commitment to immersion. You do not need to know any history about the Zodiac Killer to complete this room, but it's nice to have some back story to appreciate their attention to detail in creating this room. My team had a lot of fun working through the puzzles. Keep in mind that at least one person in your group should be comfortable with small spaces before playing this game.”
jeezumcrowe
51 escape rooms
Puppeteer's Workshop
Puzzle Break
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fun and satisfying room! It was very cool to experience one of the first escape rooms. Solid story and puzzles. Nothing was too hard but at least one of the puzzles made us think for a looong minute before we figured out what to do. Also we had hands-down the best GM ever. Doable with 2 people. General business note- this location is great. Nice calm/cozy lounge for waiting, with free water, phone chargers, and bathrooms.”
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bzpuzzle
34 escape rooms
Timeliner: Train Through Time
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
Escape from Seattle - The World's Fair Affair
Puzzle Break
- Escape room
- IRL
“Really great game. We played with two people and almost post. The GM did let us finish. And we finished a minute and a few seconds past the 60 minute mark. This room is hard. Lots to do. Really great affects. Some new types of puzzles. I highly recommend.”
MrsBallfark
64 escape rooms
Prison Break
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“Top shelf escape room from the escape game! It was rated as a 9/10 for difficulty but we only got stuck in 2 places that were sort of like “duh” after figuring it out. Loved the communication aspect and the rooms were detailed per usual. 10/10 no notes”
megandarragh
110 escape rooms
The Restless Spirit of Abigail Rose
Choice Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“Really great single room. Game play flowed extremely well. Some really cool puzzles in here. My boyfriend and I finished with 5 minutes left using about 4 hits the whole time. Highly recommend. We will be back to play their new game coming out.”
MrsBallfark
64 escape rooms
Prison Break
Escape Room Seattle by Fox In A Box
- Escape room
- IRL
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About Seattle
Seattle is a unique and friendly city with a lot to offer in terms of entertainment and activities. Some of the things that make Seattle fun include its beautiful natural setting, with the nearby mountains and water, its thriving arts and culture scene, its vibrant food and drink culture, and its many outdoor recreational opportunities. There are also many popular attractions in Seattle, such as the Space Needle, the Pike Place Market, and the Seattle Center. All of these things combine to make Seattle a fun and exciting place to visit or live.
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 Seattle Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Seattle. 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 Seattle?
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 Seattle 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!