The 14 best escape rooms in New Orleans
Play Hide + Seek or just play on the Playground, where to experience the best escape rooms in New Orleans.
Clue Carré
Mostly Positive
6930 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Clue Carré
Mostly Positive
6930 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I found this game to be really enjoyable - probably my favorite of the two at Surge. Our team hit a pretty good flow state and managed to make it through without any major search failures or other stoppages. The puzzles seemed well-clued and well-signposted, and the theming was a fun take on a “casino heist” style of game.”
kevinsellers
132 games played
“This room was so fun! The set design was good even though it wasn’t high tech. It just goes to show that a good room doesn’t need a fancy set design to be amazing. It’s also great for families with little kids too.”
coreymalone
109 games played
Clue Carré
Mostly Positive
2712 Athania Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70002, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
The Escape Game
Very Positive
233 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This game may polarize your group. Not to give anything away, but this game is largely split in two halves. The first is more “traditional” escape room, with the second being more logic-based. I’ve seen countless people absolutely struggle in that second room, but I found it to be one of the easiest to understand puzzle sequence I’ve personally played. I LOVED this game, and it really made me feel like a super-smart agent. Just know that may not be your experience as well! I loved the cinematic nature of this game (ask to see the loss video if you escape, it’s pretty fun that this game actually had a loss state)!”
z
zanderson
35 games played
“The motto of this game really seems to be “fun first.” All of the elements are really tactile and interactive, there’s so much to do! Harder for a smaller group due to the amount of puzzles, but for an experienced team it’s a breeze. I hear some locations even have a slightly altered version for small groups that speeds up things like jigsaw puzzles to save time. The playground theme seems to scare off some groups, but this is a for-real escape game! It’s not the easiest I’ve ever played, but it definitely sets the record for the amount of times we all cheered with excitement!”
z
zanderson
35 games played
Clue Carré
Very Positive
830 Union St #101, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Clue Carré
Very Positive
830 Union St #101, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was a fun room! It’s not big, but they do a lot in the space they have and the puzzles are solvable and make sense! We did 13th Gate the day before and were majorly let down! We flew from LA just to do those rooms.”
ronaldwilliamson
91 games played
Clue Carré
Mostly Positive
830 Union St #101, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Clue Carré
Very Positive
830 Union St #101, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“The strength of this room lies in the story, which you play through thematically-incorporated puzzles. They do a lot with a small space, and our GM created an immersive experience with his character. Really enjoyed it both the room and the overall experience.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
“Unique experience playing a room in pitch darkness. Very tactile, and demands communication with teammates. If you have time, grab a sandwich around the corner at St James Cheese Company - they were delicious.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Alien Encounter
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
The Bookie
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
“I found this game to be really enjoyable - probably my favorite of the two at Surge. Our team hit a pretty good flow state and managed to make it through without any major search failures or other stoppages. The puzzles seemed well-clued and well-signposted, and the theming was a fun take on a “casino heist” style of game.”
kevinsellers
132 games played
The Game Museum
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
“This room was so fun! The set design was good even though it wasn’t high tech. It just goes to show that a good room doesn’t need a fancy set design to be amazing. It’s also great for families with little kids too.”
coreymalone
109 games played
The Sheriff'S Office
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
The Heist
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
Special Ops: Mysterious Market
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“This game may polarize your group. Not to give anything away, but this game is largely split in two halves. The first is more “traditional” escape room, with the second being more logic-based. I’ve seen countless people absolutely struggle in that second room, but I found it to be one of the easiest to understand puzzle sequence I’ve personally played. I LOVED this game, and it really made me feel like a super-smart agent. Just know that may not be your experience as well! I loved the cinematic nature of this game (ask to see the loss video if you escape, it’s pretty fun that this game actually had a loss state)!”
z
zanderson
35 games played
Playground
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
“The motto of this game really seems to be “fun first.” All of the elements are really tactile and interactive, there’s so much to do! Harder for a smaller group due to the amount of puzzles, but for an experienced team it’s a breeze. I hear some locations even have a slightly altered version for small groups that speeds up things like jigsaw puzzles to save time. The playground theme seems to scare off some groups, but this is a for-real escape game! It’s not the easiest I’ve ever played, but it definitely sets the record for the amount of times we all cheered with excitement!”
z
zanderson
35 games played
Prison Break
The Escape Game
- Escape room
- IRL
French Quarter House Of Curiosities
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
The Voodoo Cemetery
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was a fun room! It’s not big, but they do a lot in the space they have and the puzzles are solvable and make sense! We did 13th Gate the day before and were majorly let down! We flew from LA just to do those rooms.”
ronaldwilliamson
91 games played
Vampire Hunter Room
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
Revenge on the Bayou
Clue Carré
- Escape room
- IRL
Mardi Gras Study
Escape My Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“The strength of this room lies in the story, which you play through thematically-incorporated puzzles. They do a lot with a small space, and our GM created an immersive experience with his character. Really enjoyed it both the room and the overall experience.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Smugglers Den
Escape My Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“Unique experience playing a room in pitch darkness. Very tactile, and demands communication with teammates. If you have time, grab a sandwich around the corner at St James Cheese Company - they were delicious.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
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About New Orleans
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Learn More About New Orleans Escape Rooms
New Orleans, the vibrant city of Louisiana, offers an immersive and thrilling escape room experience for visitors seeking adventure and mystery. Known for its rich history, lively music scene, and vibrant culture, New Orleans' escape rooms provide a unique blend of captivating themes and challenging puzzles. Participants can dive into intriguing storylines inspired by the city's supernatural legends, voodoo practices, or historical events. From unraveling the secrets of haunted mansions to solving puzzles in hidden speakeasies, New Orleans' escape rooms transport players into immersive and atmospheric environments. The venues are renowned for their attention to detail, featuring intricately designed sets that capture the essence of the city's unique charm. Teamwork, critical thinking, and effective communication are essential for success in these escape rooms. New Orleans' escape rooms not only offer an exciting and intellectually stimulating experience but also reflect the city's rich cultural heritage and mysterious allure. Whether you're a local looking for a thrilling challenge or a tourist exploring the city, New Orleans' escape rooms provide an immersive and unforgettable journey that captivates your senses and leaves you with a sense of adventure and wonder.
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 New Orleans Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in New Orleans. 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 New Orleans?
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 New Orleans 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!