The 9 best escape rooms in Ann Arbor
From circus mysteries to island rescues, where to play the best escape rooms in Ann Arbor.
Clueless Escape Rooms
Mostly Positive
5204 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Clueless Escape Rooms
Mostly Positive
5204 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Clueless Escape Rooms
Mostly Positive
5204 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Decode Detroit
Very Positive
3170 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Wow! What a whirlwind tour around the world! First things first, this isn’t a traditional room at all. It’s more of a points-based experience where you attempt as many puzzles as possible to get high scores. Each room represents a different country with its own set of themed cultural puzzles. You only have about 15 minutes in each room, and you only get points for puzzles you complete. Once time is up, you move on and cannot go back. If you can finish within “80 days,” (you shorten the number of days with riddles), you get a bunch of points, and you get more for doing other puzzles scattered about. The sets are huge and phenomenal! I loved exploring each locale! There are a variety of puzzles that play to different strengths so in this case, bigger is better. Our super small team of 2 managed to get a bunch of points on our trip around the world!”
Panda
491 games played
Decode Detroit
Mostly Positive
3170 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room is a pure puzzle paradise! This is certainly not a typical escape room at all. It’s all puzzles, and mostly logic puzzles at that. If that’s not your strength or preference, this might not be your paradise. Many of the puzzles are self-contained and done on paper, with blocks, or a small device. As you complete puzzles, you get 4-digit codes that help you get clues as to which item you have to center in on before it disappears into the void that is known as The Mezzanine. You can get it right without solving every puzzle, but the more you solve, the better your chances at winning the game. I love that this room connects to the Mezzanine room at this location. In fact, it actually uses the same room, so there are limitations as to when this experience can actually be booked. If you love puzzles, especially logic and math, and don’t mind a lack of story, the nonlinear puzzle box paradise is fun and filled with dazzling effects. If there is a vacancy, puzzle fans should check in!”
Panda
491 games played
“The Mezzanine is not your typical experience, much like the other escape rooms at this company. Instead of having to solve a series of puzzles to escape, the room basically throws everything and the kitchen sink at you in terms of puzzles. You don’t have to solve every puzzle. The room just kind of pushes you from room to room. The puzzles are great, though as I have realized from this location, skew towards logic and math. They’re some of my favorite kinds of puzzles, but if you weren’t good at those or just plain don’t like it, this isn’t for you. Also, some puzzles are insanely difficult. But of course, many of them are optional. Luckily, you kind of just get to choose your items and the game will lead the way for you. We literally got completely confused during one of the major rooms and ignored the main puzzle until the very end. Part of it was that we had no idea what was going on, but we were still able to finish. But that example is proof positive that you can bumble your way through the room and escape. There are even more bonus puzzles if that strikes your fancy, but you will have to be outside for those so plan accordingly for weather. This is a superb company to just bring a big group and puzz out! Just have fun and don’t get lost!”
Panda
491 games played
Breakout Escape Rooms
Very Positive
3460 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I really enjoyed this one. I thought a lot of the puzzles were fun to figure out and our group of four had plenty to do the entire time. We liked this room so much we did another one at this location immediately after.”
BrittanyAC
41 games played
Breakout Escape Rooms
Mostly Positive
3460 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Breakout Escape Rooms
Very Positive
3460 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Candy Caper
Clueless Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
Castaway Island
Clueless Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
Adelina's Castle
Clueless Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
Around The World In 80 Days
Decode Detroit
- Escape room
- IRL
“Wow! What a whirlwind tour around the world! First things first, this isn’t a traditional room at all. It’s more of a points-based experience where you attempt as many puzzles as possible to get high scores. Each room represents a different country with its own set of themed cultural puzzles. You only have about 15 minutes in each room, and you only get points for puzzles you complete. Once time is up, you move on and cannot go back. If you can finish within “80 days,” (you shorten the number of days with riddles), you get a bunch of points, and you get more for doing other puzzles scattered about. The sets are huge and phenomenal! I loved exploring each locale! There are a variety of puzzles that play to different strengths so in this case, bigger is better. Our super small team of 2 managed to get a bunch of points on our trip around the world!”
Panda
491 games played
Trouble In Paradise
Decode Detroit
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room is a pure puzzle paradise! This is certainly not a typical escape room at all. It’s all puzzles, and mostly logic puzzles at that. If that’s not your strength or preference, this might not be your paradise. Many of the puzzles are self-contained and done on paper, with blocks, or a small device. As you complete puzzles, you get 4-digit codes that help you get clues as to which item you have to center in on before it disappears into the void that is known as The Mezzanine. You can get it right without solving every puzzle, but the more you solve, the better your chances at winning the game. I love that this room connects to the Mezzanine room at this location. In fact, it actually uses the same room, so there are limitations as to when this experience can actually be booked. If you love puzzles, especially logic and math, and don’t mind a lack of story, the nonlinear puzzle box paradise is fun and filled with dazzling effects. If there is a vacancy, puzzle fans should check in!”
Panda
491 games played
The Mezzanine
Decode Detroit
- Escape room
- IRL
“The Mezzanine is not your typical experience, much like the other escape rooms at this company. Instead of having to solve a series of puzzles to escape, the room basically throws everything and the kitchen sink at you in terms of puzzles. You don’t have to solve every puzzle. The room just kind of pushes you from room to room. The puzzles are great, though as I have realized from this location, skew towards logic and math. They’re some of my favorite kinds of puzzles, but if you weren’t good at those or just plain don’t like it, this isn’t for you. Also, some puzzles are insanely difficult. But of course, many of them are optional. Luckily, you kind of just get to choose your items and the game will lead the way for you. We literally got completely confused during one of the major rooms and ignored the main puzzle until the very end. Part of it was that we had no idea what was going on, but we were still able to finish. But that example is proof positive that you can bumble your way through the room and escape. There are even more bonus puzzles if that strikes your fancy, but you will have to be outside for those so plan accordingly for weather. This is a superb company to just bring a big group and puzz out! Just have fun and don’t get lost!”
Panda
491 games played
Chamber of Illusions
Breakout Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“I really enjoyed this one. I thought a lot of the puzzles were fun to figure out and our group of four had plenty to do the entire time. We liked this room so much we did another one at this location immediately after.”
BrittanyAC
41 games played
Heart Of A Pirate
Breakout Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
Ann Arbor Ghost Zone
Breakout Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
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About Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor is a vibrant and lively city with many fun things to do and see. Some of the most popular attractions in Ann Arbor include the University of Michigan Museum of Art, the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, and the Nichols Arboretum. The city is also home to a vibrant music and arts scene, with many concerts and live performances to enjoy. Additionally, Ann Arbor is known for its great restaurants and breweries, so there are plenty of options for dining and drinking. Overall, Ann Arbor is a fun city with something for everyone to enjoy.
Learn More About Ann Arbor Escape Rooms
Ann Arbor, Michigan has several escape rooms that offer unique and challenging experiences. Decode Ann Arbor, located in the heart of downtown, has multiple rooms such as "The Cure," "The Lost Temple," and "The Heist," each with its own storyline and puzzles to solve. Breakout Games also has a location in Ann Arbor and offers rooms like "Museum Heist," "Do Not Disturb," and "Runaway Train." Escape the Room is another popular escape room company with multiple locations throughout the United States, including Ann Arbor. Their rooms have unique themes like "The Apartment," "The Agency," and "The Dig." Xscape the Room also offers a range of escape room experiences in Ann Arbor such as "The Experiment," "The Cellar," and "The Game Show," designed to challenge participants and require problem-solving skills and teamwork. Ann Arbor has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a fun activity with friends or a unique team-building experience for your company.
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 Ann Arbor Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Ann Arbor. 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 Ann Arbor?
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 Ann Arbor 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!