The 9 best escape rooms in Portland
Keep Portland weird... and full of amazing escape rooms. Here's where to play the best in the city.
NW Escape Experience
Very Positive
1503 NE 78th St #7, Vancouver, WA 98665, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
““I’m not a monster. I’m just a serial killer!” - Ronnnie Horrifically challenging escape room, the designers leaned in to the gruesome while keeping the scare factor to a “third-date” level; not terrifying but plenty of opportunities to show how unafraid you are while your date clings to you for protection. A plethora of puzzles, enough to keep even large groups occupied. Our GM, Macy, was delightfully friendly and gave just the right amount of nudging when requested. She made a great experience even better!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Paradigmq
Very Positive
712 SE Park Crest Ave, Vancouver, WA 98683, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“While this game is in a smaller area than others we’ve played that we really enjoy, they did a great job on the set design. The storyline was interesting and had some laughs at one point. The puzzles were good, a couple I hadn’t seen before. Overall, we really liked this game and venue. Our GM was very friendly, too.”
jacksonfrank
328 games played
Escape Games PDX
Very Positive
2636 NW 26th Ave UNIT 201, Portland, OR 97210, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
In Search Of An Exit
Overwhelmingly Positive
4122 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Well-executed mobster-themed caper room. The puzzle types are varied and creative, and integrated into the set design. Our GM, Kelly was enthusiastic and animated, creating a really enjoyable experience. Suggest playing this room first then going straight into their other room!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
In Search Of An Exit
Very Positive
4122 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I loved this room! Strong story, creative puzzles, and a period-perfect set. You can tell that the room designer cares; lots of detail and the puzzles are integrated within the setting. Our GM, Kelly was absolutely delightful. This would be a good room for larger teams, since there is a lot to do. There are stairs.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Hour to Midnight
Very Positive
11525 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Excellent single-room, reverse panic room adventure. This is a great room for beginning to advanced players. Lots to do, non-linear play style, with creative and intuitive puzzles. Our GM, Sharidan did all three of our games and she was fabulous!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Hour to Midnight
Very Positive
11525 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fun room with beautiful sets but we were confused about a couple things that didn’t work properly in the first room, which made the team members anxious and not in the best mood to play. Otherwise the rest part of the game was pretty amazing and had some nice puzzles. Game mater stayed in character the whole time, which was great! Wish we had a better start and will totally enjoy this room!”
petershoward
34 games played
Portland Escape Rooms
Very Positive
10700 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy #118, Beaverton, OR 97005, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Escapology
Very Positive
11211 SE 82nd Ave Suite P, Happy Valley, OR 97086, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Ronnie’s House
NW Escape Experience
- Escape room
- IRL
““I’m not a monster. I’m just a serial killer!” - Ronnnie Horrifically challenging escape room, the designers leaned in to the gruesome while keeping the scare factor to a “third-date” level; not terrifying but plenty of opportunities to show how unafraid you are while your date clings to you for protection. A plethora of puzzles, enough to keep even large groups occupied. Our GM, Macy, was delightfully friendly and gave just the right amount of nudging when requested. She made a great experience even better!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Sasquatch On Site
Paradigmq
- Escape room
- IRL
“While this game is in a smaller area than others we’ve played that we really enjoy, they did a great job on the set design. The storyline was interesting and had some laughs at one point. The puzzles were good, a couple I hadn’t seen before. Overall, we really liked this game and venue. Our GM was very friendly, too.”
jacksonfrank
328 games played
Portlandia
Escape Games PDX
- Escape room
- IRL
Lombino's Casino
In Search Of An Exit
- Escape room
- IRL
“Well-executed mobster-themed caper room. The puzzle types are varied and creative, and integrated into the set design. Our GM, Kelly was enthusiastic and animated, creating a really enjoyable experience. Suggest playing this room first then going straight into their other room!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Operation Gryaznayavoda
In Search Of An Exit
- Escape room
- IRL
“I loved this room! Strong story, creative puzzles, and a period-perfect set. You can tell that the room designer cares; lots of detail and the puzzles are integrated within the setting. Our GM, Kelly was absolutely delightful. This would be a good room for larger teams, since there is a lot to do. There are stairs.”
jamesphelps
320 games played
Assassin's Deadly Game
Hour to Midnight
- Escape room
- IRL
“Excellent single-room, reverse panic room adventure. This is a great room for beginning to advanced players. Lots to do, non-linear play style, with creative and intuitive puzzles. Our GM, Sharidan did all three of our games and she was fabulous!”
jamesphelps
320 games played
The Pharaoh's Lost Relic
Hour to Midnight
- Escape room
- IRL
“Fun room with beautiful sets but we were confused about a couple things that didn’t work properly in the first room, which made the team members anxious and not in the best mood to play. Otherwise the rest part of the game was pretty amazing and had some nice puzzles. Game mater stayed in character the whole time, which was great! Wish we had a better start and will totally enjoy this room!”
petershoward
34 games played
Kidnapped!
Portland Escape Rooms
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About Portland
Portland is a unique and interesting city with many fun things to do and see. Some of the most popular attractions in Portland include the Portland Art Museum, the International Rose Test Garden, and the Portland Japanese Garden. The city is also known for its vibrant food and drink scene, with many popular breweries, coffee shops, and food carts to choose from. Additionally, Portland is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with many parks and hiking trails to explore. Overall, there is a lot to see and do in Portland, making it a fun city to visit.
Learn More About Portland Escape Rooms
Portland, the eclectic and vibrant city in Oregon, offers a diverse and engaging selection of escape rooms that cater to the adventurous spirit of visitors. Known for its thriving arts and culture scene, Portland's escape rooms reflect the city's creativity and quirkiness. Participants can embark on immersive journeys that range from solving mysteries in whimsical fantasy realms to uncovering secrets in eerie supernatural settings. The escape rooms in Portland are renowned for their imaginative themes, intricate puzzles, and immersive environments. Set designs often incorporate local landmarks, historical references, and artistic elements that add a unique touch to the experience. From deciphering codes to solving puzzles, teamwork and critical thinking are key to escaping within the given time frame. Portland's escape rooms provide an engaging and intellectually stimulating adventure for both locals and tourists, allowing them to immerse themselves in the city's distinct culture while testing their problem-solving skills. With their imaginative storytelling and creative designs, Portland's escape rooms offer an unforgettable and captivating experience that captures the essence of the city's vibrant and artistic spirit.
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 Houston Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Portland. 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 Portland?
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 Portland 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!