Maksym KuzaievLocked doors, hidden clues, and a ticking clock… Ottawa’s escape rooms are filled with secrets. Can you decode the messages, unravel the mysteries, and claim victory before time runs out?
Only one way to find out. If you’re ready to put your wits to the test and experience an adrenaline-pumping adventure that’s anything but ordinary, these escape rooms in Ottawa are your key. But be warned, once you enter, the countdown begins! So, are you ready to escape?
Escape Manor
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Location: 292-A Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M3, Canada
Contact: +1 613-695-1655
Opening hours:
- Monday – 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Tuesday – 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- Wednesday – 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Thursday to Friday – 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Escape Manor levels up your entertainment game. Think of it as a real-life video game where you and your team are the stars. The mission? Escape a meticulously themed room before time runs out by solving puzzles, riddles, and brain-bending challenges.
This place stands out because of its immersive atmosphere, a wide variety of themes, and cleverly designed puzzles. From the mysterious disappearance of Sherlock Holmes to the suspense of a prison cell, each room offers a unique storyline.
They even boast the world’s largest escape room experience in partnership with the Diefenbunker Museum, set within a decommissioned Cold War bunker.
Room Escape Ottawa
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Location: 1860 Bank St #3b, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Z8, Canada
Contact: +1 613-523-2282
Opening hours:
- Monday to Tuesday – 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Wednesday to Sunday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Room Escape Ottawa’s rooms are meticulously crafted worlds. Will you be a wizard in “Warlocked,” wielding your wit to reverse a perilous spell? Or will you find yourself in the post-apocalyptic land of “Outbreak”, racing against time to find a cure for a zombie plague?
Here’s the best part: this place caters to all escape room enthusiasts, from wide-eyed newbies to seasoned puzzle masters.
Plus, they offer both physical and virtual experiences, making escape room adventures accessible to a wider audience, even those who prefer to play remotely.
Jigsaw Escape Rooms
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Location: 12 Byward Market Square #2, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1, Canada
Contact: +1 613-422-6542
Opening hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10:45 AM to 11:00 PM
Jigsaw Escape Rooms stands out as one of Ottawa’s top for several key reasons. They prioritize immersive experiences by transporting you into unique worlds filled with elaborate sets, props, and intriguing storylines.
Plus, their location offers fantastic pre- and post-adventure hangout options. With rooms accommodating 2-9 players, Jigsaw makes for an ideal outing whether you’re with friends, family, or colleagues seeking a team-building experience.
And get this, their rooms are fully bilingual so no one’s left out of the fun due to language barriers!
Lockdown Ottawa Escape Room
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Location: 1080 Ogilvie Rd, Gloucester, ON K1J 7P8, Canada
Contact: +1 613-680-5625
Opening hours:
- Monday to Tuesday – 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Friday – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Saturday – 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Sunday – 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Whether you’re a time-travelling hero in “The Time Team Trilogy”, or an explorer in the mysterious “The Visitors”, Lockdown Ottawa Escape has adventures that will have you forgetting you’re not REALLY in a top-secret bunker or a wizard’s lair.
The puzzles themselves are the stuff escape room dreams are made of. They’re that perfect blend of challenging and “Eureka!”-inducing, with a delightful mix of logic problems and hidden clues (for those with eyes like a hawk).
But Lockdown’s secret sauce is in the flow. Just when you think you’ve hit a brick wall, a sneaky compartment or a perfectly timed reveal sends you scrambling for the next mind-blowing challenge.
Unlocked Ottawa
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Location: 329 March Rd Unit 202, Kanata, ON K2K 2E1, Canada
Contact: +1 613-509-1322
Opening hours:
- Monday to Wednesday – 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM
- Thursday – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Friday – 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Forget spooky themes and dimly lit corners, Unlocked Ottawa offers a bright and inviting space that’s perfect for your little detectives, those new to the puzzle craze, and anyone who wants the thrill of the challenge without the jump scares.
Now, Unlocked Ottawa isn’t just about escape rooms. It’s your one-stop shop for geeky goodness. Board game fanatic? They’ve got a massive lounge for that! Planning a party or a corporate team-building event? Boom, event space sorted.
Just remember (and here’s the one slightly less exciting detail!), their space is on the second floor without elevator access, so keep that in mind for accessibility.
Escape the Ghost Ship
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Location: 588 Hog’s Back Rd, Ottawa, ON K2C 1N5, Canada
Contact: +1 613-859-5199
Opening hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Escape the Ghost Ship breaks the mould by offering a thrilling adventure that sets sail on a real moving ship.
Here, you can feel the wind in your hair and see the Ottawa Inner Harbour unfold around you as you and your crew crack codes, uncover secrets, and race to break the curse of the ghostly Barnacle Beth.
Escape the Ghost Ship also welcomes adventurers of all stripes…well, anyone over the age of 12. This makes it ideal for teenagers eager for a challenge, families seeking a bonding activity, or a group of coworkers looking for a memorable team-building experience.
