Get locked in (for fun) at the top escape rooms in Montreal!
You know that feeling when you’re halfway through a detective novel, the clues are piling up, and you just know you’re on the verge of cracking the case?
Well, in Montreal’s escape rooms, that exhilarating sensation isn’t confined to the pages of a book. It’s a real-life adventure, a chance to channel your inner Sherlock and prove your deductive prowess.
So, are you ready to step into the shoes of a detective, a secret agent, or a daring adventurer? If so, then this city’s best escape rooms are calling your name.
Escaparium
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Location: 2064 Trans Canada Route, Dorval, Quebec H9P 2N4, Canada
Contact: +1 514-548-3307
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday – 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This family-owned escape room crafts every game in-house to ensure a top-notch adventure from the moment you set foot through the door.
With a smorgasbord of scenarios, from disarming the “Chinatown Bomber” to navigating the whimsical world of “Alice and the Mad Hatter’s Mad Hat’s Hat”, there’s a challenge for every taste and team size here.
And with prices as friendly as the staff, ranging from $30 to $50 per person, you can unleash your inner hero without spending too much.
A/Maze: Escape Game Atwater
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Location: 3550 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, QC H4C 1H2, Canada
Contact: +1 514-504-2139
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Nestled on St-Jacques Street in a historic machinery depot, this unique venue offers an escape room experience like no other. They have five mind-bending rooms to choose from, including the thrilling “Mad Laboratory” and the daring “Prison Break”.
And with prices starting at just $18 per person, it’s the perfect affordable adventure for groups of friends, families, or colleagues.
Immersia Escape Games Laval
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Location: 3065 Rue Peugeot, Laval, QC H7L 5C4, Canada
Contact: +1 450-687-3888
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
- Friday – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Saturday – 9:30 AM to 11:55 PM
- Sunday – 9:30 AM to 10:30 PM
This family-owned gem is another great option. They have original themes like the hilarious “The Game Show” and the mind-bending “Warp Inc – Time Travel”. You’ll be transported to unique worlds filled with perplexing puzzles and hidden clues, all for the affordable price of $32.99 per adult.
And if you crave a taste of the outdoors, Immersia’s “Operation Old Sainte-Rose” promises an adventure unlike any other. Plus, they have special rates for kids and teens, so it’s the perfect activity for families and groups of friends.
Sauve Qui Peut
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Location: 130 Rue Richelieu, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC J3B 6X4, Canada
Contact: +1 450-390-1110
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday – 12:30 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday – 12:30 PM to 12:00 AM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The themes here are real winners. Try their “Exorcist” room, if you dare, and unravel a bone-chilling mystery that’ll have you questioning reality.
Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, grab your mates and set sail on the “Blackbeard’s Treasure” quest, where hidden clues and unexpected twists await at every turn.
Trust me, with their meticulously crafted sets and brain-teasing puzzles, this escape will have you hooked from the moment you step through the door.
EZKAPAZ
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Location: 3955 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, Quebec H2X 1Y4, Canada
Contact: +1 514-548-2507
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Wednesday – 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Thursday – 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM
- Friday – 11:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
One of their standout rooms, “Le Barbier” is set in a mysterious, old barbershop inspired by Sweeney Todd, where you must uncover sinister secrets to escape. It’s probably one of the most interesting we’ve played.
Now, what’s great about them is that their staff are bilingual (both French and English). Plus, their rates vary depending on the number of players, typically accommodating groups of 4 to 6.
Find The Key – Escape Room
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Location: 1000 R. Atateken #101, Montréal, QC H2L 3K5, Canada
Contact: +1 514-907-1919
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday – 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 10:00 AM to 1:00 AM
- Sunday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Housed in a historic machinery depot on St-Jacques Street, this place oozes charm and intrigue. We particularly liked the “Mad Scientist Laboratory”, but “Prison Break” and “Lost Temple” weren’t bad either.
With prices starting at $25 per person, you can gather your friends, family, or coworkers and see if you have what it takes to outsmart the maze and escape within the time limit.
Montreal Échappe-Toi
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Location: 2244 Rue Larivière, Montréal, QC H2K 4P8, Canada
Contact: +1 514-907-2200
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday – 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Sunday – 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This Montreal Échappe-Toi isn’t just about solving puzzles – it’s about diving headfirst into Montreal’s rich history and emerging a hero (or at least, not trapped in a room). Since 2014, they’ve been crafting unique escape room adventures inspired by the city’s past.
You can hunt for “The Cursed Treasure of Hochelaga” or battle a “Champlain TV – Blackout” crisis. It’s like living in a history book, but way more fun! They even have professional actors adding a touch of theatrical flair.
JEUX D’ÉVASION VIZIUM
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Location: 3839 Bd Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Rivière-des-Prairies – Pointe-aux-Trembles, QC H1B 5V3, Canada
Contact: +1 514-907-2200
Operating hours:
- Wednesday to Thursday – 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday – 4:30 PM to 12:00 AM
- Saturday – 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Unlike traditional escape rooms, Vizium incorporates virtual reality (VR) elements into their scenarios, enhancing the overall experience and creating a sense of adventure beyond the physical room.
Their diverse themes, such as the post-apocalyptic “Virus” and the mystery-laden “Sherlock Holmes” cater to a wide range of interests. Plus, with prices starting at just $29.99 per person (and even cheaper for the kiddos!), it’s an adventure that won’t break the bank.
By the way, if you’re feeling extra adventurous, book two scenarios on the same day and score a sweet 15% discount.