The 12 best escape rooms in Washington DC
You can't escape the beltway, but you can play one of the best escape rooms in Washington DC.
“Some really imaginative puzzles in this space! This room hits a nice balance - if you're a family or new to escape rooms, this room is not too challenging. However, if you're a puzzle person, the bonus puzzles were especially tricky (even for me). Really clever room, and great set-dressing, too.”
wontrice
39 games played
Ravenchase Adventures
Overwhelmingly Positive
406 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“From what I can tell so far, Escape Room Herndon does a great job of starting each room on a strong foot to impress and immerse you. I enjoyed the cumulative storyline, magical theme, and puzzle diversity. There were several that stumped us in a very fair way. Absolutely recommend the room!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
Ravenchase Adventures
Overwhelmingly Positive
406 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“From the very moment I stepped into the room, I felt like I was in that era! I didn't know all the cultural references but there were enough that I was grinning with glee as I solved puzzles related to them. This room was just. plain. fun. While many puzzles were lock and key, there was also a particularly innovative puzzle type that wowed me. It was a bit short, but it was well worth it!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
Ravenchase Adventures
Very Positive
406 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very fun room with a great atmosphere. Immersive and challenging. The price here is pretty exorbitant so that’s the only thing making me question returning. I’ve done a lot of escape rooms and this is definitely at the high-end for price.”
WalkerDead
70 games played
Ravenchase Adventures
Overwhelmingly Positive
388 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“So much fun!!! I did it with one other people and would recommend more because there is a lot to do but still possible with only 2. There were so many impressive elements and creative puzzles. Also, Callahan was an AMAZING game master!!!”
Connor218
96 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
950 F St NW #106, Washington, DC 20004, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“A fun room! My group of three escaped JUST in the nick of time. Only a few lock-and-key puzzles, mostly some pretty clever immersive ones. Somewhat linear overall -- a larger group might feel crowded.”
oulfis
32 games played
The Escape Game
Overwhelmingly Positive
950 F St NW #106, Washington, DC 20004, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“One of my favorite escape rooms! The room was so well decorated and the puzzles ranged from locks to hidden compartments! Staff was extremely kind and answered all our questions and took several photos for us! Next time we take a trip to D.C. we will definitely be returning!”
bernitup
41 games played
“This was my first submarine themed escape room, and 2nd room for Escape Games. I was pleased to try a different theme, but as one friend pointed out, "space and submarines are basically the same, open the door and you die." That said, the aesthetics were great, puzzles and flow were solid, props looked sharp, everything worked well. The staff was excellent, very friendly and engaging. Our game master was Hyde, but we also interacted with two front desk people who were also lovely. My main complaints: there's unnecessary time sinks, they provide lore, but nothing useful for the game itself. I wish we knew that instead of being riveted by this component. It's also hard to move around the first room because its so small. The Escape Game also lets you take pictures inside the room, which was a blessing for solving some puzzles, especially when there's no notepad available. I'm also very impressed with how they offer 3d tours of the rooms on their website, that's very cool. Even though Escape Games is a big chain, it doesnt play or feel that way. We had a great time and I look forward to returning!”
jediprime64
42 games played
Cyber Raccoon Escape Room
Overwhelmingly Positive
7201 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA 22046, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I found it amusing how the game master was so humble about his 'pretty alright' escape room and 'standard' safety video compared to how much fun I had. I have found that I am growing increasingly fond of the Western themed escape rooms lately and how immaculate the decor and music are and this was no exception. I feel like I ought to have dressed like a cowboy to complete the immersion. Each puzzle was intricate, well-executed, and even plot-relevant (although one near the end was really wordy and stumped us because we over thought it), the mechanism to deliver hints was delightful, and the storyline itself was intriguing. I can't wait to come back to see the next in the series!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
The Great Escape Room
Very Positive
2301 Columbia Pike suite c, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I appreciated that there were multiple rooms, and each room featured puzzles that were mostly independent from each other, with a few instances of overlap/interactivity. Felt that the mechanics were pretty good!”
Sneebleton
49 games played
The Great Escape Room
Very Positive
2301 Columbia Pike suite c, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Recommend this room. Great theming and some really rewarding puzzles. A couple were pretty challenging and we needed hints. Plenty to do for 4 people. Would love to go back and try some of their other rooms. Beautiful space and creative gameplay.”
RamusEscape2023
60 games played
Break From Reality Escape Rooms
Very Positive
11230 Waples Mill Rd Ste 110, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“A well thought out and decorated room. We liked there was "connecting tissue" tying the solved puzzle code to which lock it goes to. Felt it was a fresh take on puzzles, not a recycle of puzzles we have seen in other rooms. Very immersive, felt like we were actually in the rooms they're designed after. Looking forward to coming back for another amazing experience!”
Everly
49 games played
Maritime Mutiny
Ravenchase Adventures
- Escape room
- IRL
“Some really imaginative puzzles in this space! This room hits a nice balance - if you're a family or new to escape rooms, this room is not too challenging. However, if you're a puzzle person, the bonus puzzles were especially tricky (even for me). Really clever room, and great set-dressing, too.”
wontrice
39 games played
Magician's Workshop
Ravenchase Adventures
- Escape room
- IRL
“From what I can tell so far, Escape Room Herndon does a great job of starting each room on a strong foot to impress and immerse you. I enjoyed the cumulative storyline, magical theme, and puzzle diversity. There were several that stumped us in a very fair way. Absolutely recommend the room!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
8-Bit Escape
Ravenchase Adventures
- Escape room
- IRL
“From the very moment I stepped into the room, I felt like I was in that era! I didn't know all the cultural references but there were enough that I was grinning with glee as I solved puzzles related to them. This room was just. plain. fun. While many puzzles were lock and key, there was also a particularly innovative puzzle type that wowed me. It was a bit short, but it was well worth it!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
The Graverobber's Dilemma
Ravenchase Adventures
- Escape room
- IRL
“Very fun room with a great atmosphere. Immersive and challenging. The price here is pretty exorbitant so that’s the only thing making me question returning. I’ve done a lot of escape rooms and this is definitely at the high-end for price.”
WalkerDead
70 games played
Cryptid Grove
Ravenchase Adventures
- Escape room
- IRL
“So much fun!!! I did it with one other people and would recommend more because there is a lot to do but still possible with only 2. There were so many impressive elements and creative puzzles. Also, Callahan was an AMAZING game master!!!”
Connor218
96 games played
Special Ops: Mysterious Market
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“A fun room! My group of three escaped JUST in the nick of time. Only a few lock-and-key puzzles, mostly some pretty clever immersive ones. Somewhat linear overall -- a larger group might feel crowded.”
oulfis
32 games played
Prison Break
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“One of my favorite escape rooms! The room was so well decorated and the puzzles ranged from locks to hidden compartments! Staff was extremely kind and answered all our questions and took several photos for us! Next time we take a trip to D.C. we will definitely be returning!”
bernitup
41 games played
The Depths
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was my first submarine themed escape room, and 2nd room for Escape Games. I was pleased to try a different theme, but as one friend pointed out, "space and submarines are basically the same, open the door and you die." That said, the aesthetics were great, puzzles and flow were solid, props looked sharp, everything worked well. The staff was excellent, very friendly and engaging. Our game master was Hyde, but we also interacted with two front desk people who were also lovely. My main complaints: there's unnecessary time sinks, they provide lore, but nothing useful for the game itself. I wish we knew that instead of being riveted by this component. It's also hard to move around the first room because its so small. The Escape Game also lets you take pictures inside the room, which was a blessing for solving some puzzles, especially when there's no notepad available. I'm also very impressed with how they offer 3d tours of the rooms on their website, that's very cool. Even though Escape Games is a big chain, it doesnt play or feel that way. We had a great time and I look forward to returning!”
jediprime64
42 games played
Train Robbery
Cyber Raccoon Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“I found it amusing how the game master was so humble about his 'pretty alright' escape room and 'standard' safety video compared to how much fun I had. I have found that I am growing increasingly fond of the Western themed escape rooms lately and how immaculate the decor and music are and this was no exception. I feel like I ought to have dressed like a cowboy to complete the immersion. Each puzzle was intricate, well-executed, and even plot-relevant (although one near the end was really wordy and stumped us because we over thought it), the mechanism to deliver hints was delightful, and the storyline itself was intriguing. I can't wait to come back to see the next in the series!”
Asmodaios
40 games played
Supervillains
The Great Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“I appreciated that there were multiple rooms, and each room featured puzzles that were mostly independent from each other, with a few instances of overlap/interactivity. Felt that the mechanics were pretty good!”
Sneebleton
49 games played
Poe's Chamber
The Great Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“Recommend this room. Great theming and some really rewarding puzzles. A couple were pretty challenging and we needed hints. Plenty to do for 4 people. Would love to go back and try some of their other rooms. Beautiful space and creative gameplay.”
RamusEscape2023
60 games played
Botched!
Break From Reality Escape Rooms
- Escape room
- IRL
“A well thought out and decorated room. We liked there was "connecting tissue" tying the solved puzzle code to which lock it goes to. Felt it was a fresh take on puzzles, not a recycle of puzzles we have seen in other rooms. Very immersive, felt like we were actually in the rooms they're designed after. Looking forward to coming back for another amazing experience!”
Everly
49 games played
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About Washington D.C.
Washington, D.C. is a vibrant and exciting city with many fun things to do and see. Some of the most popular attractions in Washington, D.C. include the National Mall, the Smithsonian museums, and the National Zoo. The city is also home to many historic landmarks and monuments, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the White House. Additionally, Washington, D.C. is known for its vibrant food and drink scene, with many great restaurants and bars to choose from. Overall, there is a lot to see and do in Washington, D.C., making it a fun city to visit.
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 Washington DC Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Washington DC. 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 Washington DC?
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 Washington DC 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!