The 11 best escape rooms in Indianapolis
From submarines to sweet machines, where to play the best escape rooms in Indianapolis.
“Rating: 4/5 This is my favorite room at this Breakout location, I've played all of them as of 2023. It's definitely one of my favorite rooms in the area out of the 20+ I've played in Indy. The set was nicely done, it was immersive enough and felt like we were in a mansion, more so than Breakout's Mystery Mansion room. I liked how they made the set feel bigger than it actually was. The theming was well done and the room would be enjoyable even if you've never played Clue. I liked the variety of puzzles and tech, they didn't rely on the usual padlock puzzles. It was a lot of fun running around the different rooms and narrowing down the clues, the game-play fit the theme well. Update: I've played almost all the rooms at this Breakout location, my personal ranking starting with my favorite: 1. Clue ❤️ 2. Museum Heist 👍 3. Bomb Squad/Undercover Alley 👍 4. Submarine Survival 👍 5. Mystery Mansion 👍 6. Runaway Train 👎 7. Kidnapping 2 👎 8. Island Escape 👎 9. The Kidnapping 👎”
BTRoku
141 games played
Breakout Games
Mostly Positive
8455 Castlewood Dr a, Castleton, IN 46250, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
PanIQ Escape Room
Mostly Positive
150 E Market St # 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“A room where a perfect crime was committed. Your objective? Find out who the victim is, what they were killed with, the date they were killed, and where the killer fled to. There were two rooms, which you had access to immediately. The beginning was a bit of a slow start, as most of the puzzles needed an additional item you had to unlock. Once we started unlocking items, we were able to start working independently. I thought a couple of the puzzles were really unique (the one where you were able to find the person who was killed was REALLY cool). I thought most of the puzzles were pretty straight forward. We only used one hint, everything else was pretty intuitive. We’ve done two of the rooms at Paniq (and an additional room from the previous escape room owner that they kept on) and this is my favorite of the three.”
donnamousie
35 games played
PanIQ Escape Room
Mostly Positive
150 E Market St # 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“GM was fantastic! Really enjoyed the layout of the room and the pace of the puzzles. Definitely some new pieces we had to figure out, but as to be expected of a next gen escape room. Would highly recommend for a smaller group looking for a challenge. We completed it with four people.”
hawagner316
33 games played
PanIQ Escape Room
Mostly Positive
150 E Market St # 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
The Escape Room USA
Very Positive
200 S Meridian St STE 220, Indianapolis, IN 46225, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room! Loved the genre busting theme! It felt like a real excavation adventure into a fantastical mine! It’s also 90 minutes so there is more time to breathe, solve puzzles, and soak in the scenery. The transition, while really fun, broke on us, which was super unfortunate… Puzzles were good, but the game was very lock heavy. Locks on locks on locks… and also one clue is literally wrong and made one puzzle unnecessarily frustrating. It certainly didn’t help that it led us trying to put that wrong combination into 4-5 locks at the same time… There are fun wow moments and the set design is excellent and immersive. Our group had a lot of fun! One particularly smart puzzle kept our partners very involved! Would recommend digging up this one if you’re IN the area!”
Panda
381 games played
Twisted Room Escapes
Very Positive
3145 Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I love Alice in Wonderland, and I’m glad it’s such a popular theme for escape rooms! Twisted Room Escape’s version is wonderful! A very thematic transition led us into a wondrous land, lit and colored in a uniquely smart way to perfection. The decorations brought such a smile to my face. The puzzles were varied, and also themed well to the source material. It’s on the easy side, but some of the riddles were tricksy. Findable poker chips add as extra prize rewards for after the game, which I thought was a genius idea. The white rabbit we had to rescue was absolutely adorable! Very pleased about this room, and I would consider it my favorite in this facility. It’s great for families, and fun for anyone who wants a magical journey into a storybook world!”
Panda
381 games played
Twisted Room Escapes
Very Positive
3145 Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
Twisted Room Escapes
Very Positive
3145 Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was one of my first escape rooms I did and, as a beginner, I was pretty impressed! The set looks cool and the puzzles were fun. There were also a few funny items in the room like dirty underwear that made us all laugh.”
donnamousie
35 games played
Twisted Room Escapes
Mostly Positive
3145 Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“I love rooms that are creepy and slightly spooky like this! There were a few surprised that caught us off guard too. Loved the narrative and a creepy voice who is trying to scare you but at the same time guide you. Very good props and clever puzzles throughout. There is also a system in all their rooms where if you find poker chips in the rooms, you get a special prize at the end by spinning a wheel. Genius idea that acts as an extra bonus for scavengers! The vibe of this place, the tarot, the palm readings, the creepy factor, and the decor, was up my alley! Glad to add this to my collection of played rooms!”
Panda
381 games played
Twisted Room Escapes
Very Positive
3145 Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
- Escape room
- IRL
CLUE
Breakout Games
- Escape room
- IRL
“Rating: 4/5 This is my favorite room at this Breakout location, I've played all of them as of 2023. It's definitely one of my favorite rooms in the area out of the 20+ I've played in Indy. The set was nicely done, it was immersive enough and felt like we were in a mansion, more so than Breakout's Mystery Mansion room. I liked how they made the set feel bigger than it actually was. The theming was well done and the room would be enjoyable even if you've never played Clue. I liked the variety of puzzles and tech, they didn't rely on the usual padlock puzzles. It was a lot of fun running around the different rooms and narrowing down the clues, the game-play fit the theme well. Update: I've played almost all the rooms at this Breakout location, my personal ranking starting with my favorite: 1. Clue ❤️ 2. Museum Heist 👍 3. Bomb Squad/Undercover Alley 👍 4. Submarine Survival 👍 5. Mystery Mansion 👍 6. Runaway Train 👎 7. Kidnapping 2 👎 8. Island Escape 👎 9. The Kidnapping 👎”
BTRoku
141 games played
Monopoly: Get Out of Jail!
Breakout Games
- Escape room
- IRL
Perfect Crime
PanIQ Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“A room where a perfect crime was committed. Your objective? Find out who the victim is, what they were killed with, the date they were killed, and where the killer fled to. There were two rooms, which you had access to immediately. The beginning was a bit of a slow start, as most of the puzzles needed an additional item you had to unlock. Once we started unlocking items, we were able to start working independently. I thought a couple of the puzzles were really unique (the one where you were able to find the person who was killed was REALLY cool). I thought most of the puzzles were pretty straight forward. We only used one hint, everything else was pretty intuitive. We’ve done two of the rooms at Paniq (and an additional room from the previous escape room owner that they kept on) and this is my favorite of the three.”
donnamousie
35 games played
Stranded In Space
PanIQ Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
“GM was fantastic! Really enjoyed the layout of the room and the pace of the puzzles. Definitely some new pieces we had to figure out, but as to be expected of a next gen escape room. Would highly recommend for a smaller group looking for a challenge. We completed it with four people.”
hawagner316
33 games played
Insane Asylum
PanIQ Escape Room
- Escape room
- IRL
Dark Wyvern Mining
The Escape Room USA
- Escape room
- IRL
“Great room! Loved the genre busting theme! It felt like a real excavation adventure into a fantastical mine! It’s also 90 minutes so there is more time to breathe, solve puzzles, and soak in the scenery. The transition, while really fun, broke on us, which was super unfortunate… Puzzles were good, but the game was very lock heavy. Locks on locks on locks… and also one clue is literally wrong and made one puzzle unnecessarily frustrating. It certainly didn’t help that it led us trying to put that wrong combination into 4-5 locks at the same time… There are fun wow moments and the set design is excellent and immersive. Our group had a lot of fun! One particularly smart puzzle kept our partners very involved! Would recommend digging up this one if you’re IN the area!”
Panda
381 games played
Alice's White Rabbit Rescue
Twisted Room Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“I love Alice in Wonderland, and I’m glad it’s such a popular theme for escape rooms! Twisted Room Escape’s version is wonderful! A very thematic transition led us into a wondrous land, lit and colored in a uniquely smart way to perfection. The decorations brought such a smile to my face. The puzzles were varied, and also themed well to the source material. It’s on the easy side, but some of the riddles were tricksy. Findable poker chips add as extra prize rewards for after the game, which I thought was a genius idea. The white rabbit we had to rescue was absolutely adorable! Very pleased about this room, and I would consider it my favorite in this facility. It’s great for families, and fun for anyone who wants a magical journey into a storybook world!”
Panda
381 games played
Submarine
Twisted Room Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
The Cabin
Twisted Room Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“This was one of my first escape rooms I did and, as a beginner, I was pretty impressed! The set looks cool and the puzzles were fun. There were also a few funny items in the room like dirty underwear that made us all laugh.”
donnamousie
35 games played
The Collection
Twisted Room Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
“I love rooms that are creepy and slightly spooky like this! There were a few surprised that caught us off guard too. Loved the narrative and a creepy voice who is trying to scare you but at the same time guide you. Very good props and clever puzzles throughout. There is also a system in all their rooms where if you find poker chips in the rooms, you get a special prize at the end by spinning a wheel. Genius idea that acts as an extra bonus for scavengers! The vibe of this place, the tarot, the palm readings, the creepy factor, and the decor, was up my alley! Glad to add this to my collection of played rooms!”
Panda
381 games played
Sweet Shoppe
Twisted Room Escapes
- Escape room
- IRL
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About Indianapolis
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Learn More About Indianapolis Escape Rooms
Indianapolis, the capital city of Indiana, offers a captivating escape room experience that combines mystery, puzzles, and adventure. Known for its rich history, sporting events, and vibrant downtown, Indianapolis' escape rooms provide a variety of engaging themes and challenging scenarios. Participants can immerse themselves in exciting storylines inspired by local legends, historical events, or thrilling mysteries. From solving crimes in immersive detective settings to exploring ancient archaeological sites, Indianapolis' escape rooms offer immersive environments that transport players into thrilling and immersive worlds. The venues are known for their attention to detail, featuring meticulously designed sets that enhance the authenticity of the experience. Teamwork, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are crucial for success in Indianapolis' escape rooms. Beyond the exhilarating gameplay, these rooms also provide an opportunity to discover the city's unique character and embrace its rich cultural heritage. Whether you're a local seeking a thrilling challenge or a tourist exploring Indianapolis, the escape rooms offer an unforgettable and intellectually stimulating adventure that leaves you with a sense of accomplishment and a deeper appreciation for the city's vibrant 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 Indianapolis Escape Rooms with Morty
There are plenty of awesome escape rooms to choose from in Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis?
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 Indianapolis 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!