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Live the World
You've Only Seen on Screen

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WELCOME

Looking for Adrenaline pumping games on your outing?

Welcome to The Great Escape! Prepare yourself for a journey filled with thrill and excitement. As experts in unforgettable experiences, we can’t wait to introduce you to our thrilling escape rooms.

We have mastered the delivery of captivating puzzles that will thrill people who love problem solving challenges. Our Immersive escape rooms bring together imagination originality and elements of suspense.

Companies that have played at The Great Escape

THE MISSIONS

Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in a realm where your mind is truly put to the test.

Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or simply chasing a night of thrills, we’ve got the perfect mission for you. From unforgettable hangouts to dynamic team-building experiences, our escape rooms are designed to challenge, excite, and delight every adventurer.

Prepare yourself for an adrenaline-filled journey of twists, turns, and wits. Race against the clock, unlock hidden secrets, and feel the rush of victory as you conquer each challenge.

Join us for Melbourne’s best escape rooms – where every clue brings you closer to triumph and the thrill never stops…

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY.

4.8/5 based on 3000+ reviews!
Our customers love the immersive environments and challenging puzzles of our escape rooms. They often mention the creativity of our designs and the excitement of solving the final clues. Join us and see why so many people enjoy their adventures here!
Amazing escape room that isn’t just your usual padlock after padlock. George and Sophia are great hosts and made us feel welcome from when we walked in. Thanks we will be back!!
Cieran Gill
Fantastic experience at Sherlock Holmes Puzzle! Challenging puzzles, immersive atmosphere, and friendly staff made for an unforgettable adventure. Sofia was very helpful with giving us a couple hints. Highly recommend!
Nicholas Silva
Great experience with family, experienced an adventurous journey where it tested our skills and teamwork. Staff were super helpful throughout the escape room, would recommend this to groups,friends or families. Will definitely be coming back!
Andunstane Lau
Just did the Cabin in the Woods room with a group of 6 of us. Some had only done 1 room, 1 had never done one and others had done multiple. Because of this, and how hard the room is advertised, we did not expect at all to escape BUT WE DID! I'm one of the ones that have done plenty of rooms and this was by far one of the best I have done. Puzzles were hard but logical unlike some other rooms I've done, and had lots of variation. Glad we had 6 people as I don't think we would've escaped with less. Staff were also excellent, from the intro to the room, to the hints we used (which we only really needed for a little clarification that we were on the right track). Thanks George and Orr for a great day!
Leisha Carter
Staff were fantastic. Room was epic! We did cabin in the forest and it was certainly the most difficult room we’ve ever done! 100% would return!
Deanna Watherston
Me and my boyfriend came here and it was one of the best escape rooms we’ve done, we did “the mummy” and will be back for more. Ronnie and Sophia were great and explained everything perfectly and helped us with some cheeky hints!
Julia Pav
Love that they have games that get your mind going prior to the actual escape room experience. This was my first escape room experience and it did not disappoint. Would recommend this place as me and my friends had fun playing table tennis while waiting for our turn! Staff are also accommodating <3
Jeenkee Estepa
We did the 'walking undead' escape room. It was a great experience indeed. Very challenging and intriguing because of which we had to ask for numerous clues. The overall ambience of the place was also great as well. If you love horror and solving mysteries, this could be an ideal choice😁…
Tarun Govind
Third time coming here and had such a great time! Such a cool place and always have such a fun time. Special shout out to Milo who is always such a great sport and super helpful. Thanks Great Escape!
Navia Naidu
It was AMAZING. Me and my friends went for the first time today and it was so much fun!! I highly recommend it. We did the walking dead one and it was quite scary, but now that I have some experience I think going again will be even more fun. The worker was super sweet and we needed a lot of clues but we never felt belittled in any way. 100% RECCOMMEND.
Lisa Eroglu

FAQ

  • What is an escape room?

    An escape room is your ticket to another world. Step inside a themed adventure where you become the hero – solving puzzles, cracking codes, and uncovering secrets to complete your mission before time runs out. It’s a thrilling mix of mystery, teamwork, and brainpower that’ll get your heart racing and your mind buzzing. Think movie set meets real-life mission!

  • How long does an escape room experience take?

    Each escape room adventure goes for 60 minutes, but your full experience will take around 75 minutes as you will need to arrive 15 minutes early to check in. Whether you escape or not, you’ll leave buzzing with adrenaline, laughs, and stories to tell.

  • Do we need to book in advance?

    Yes – it’s highly recommended! Our rooms often book out fast, especially on weekends and holidays. Booking online guarantees your preferred time, and your mission of choice. Walk-ins are welcome if there’s space, but to avoid disappointment, lock in your adventure ahead of time.

  • Are the rooms scary?

    Some are spooky, some are mysterious, and some will have you jumping out of your skin! Each room has a Fear Factor rating so you’ll know exactly what you’re in for.

     

    • Below halfway: barely scary at all – perfect for families and first-timers.
    • Over halfway: expect some thrills, chills, and heart-pounding moments.
    • Above 80%: you’ll learn what it’s like to live through the horror movies you see on Netflix…

     

    Choose your adventure wisely!

  • What happens if we don’t escape in time?

    You’ll be trapped forever! …Just kidding. When the clock hits zero, our Game Masters will swoop in to free you from your doom. You’ll get a quick rundown of what you missed, do the walk of shame back to the lobby, and start plotting your revenge for next time. There’s always another mission waiting for redemption.

  • Is there a minimum age

    Yes — our adventures are designed for players 12 years and older. Younger explorers can join if the whole group is made up of adults, but we recommend sticking to the family-friendly rooms. Our horror-themed missions are 16+. If they can handle the suspense (and maybe a few screams), they’re welcome to join the fun!

  • Can we reschedule or cancel our booking?

    Absolutely! You can reschedule your booking up to 24 hours in advance — life happens, we get it. While cancellations are non-refundable, we’re happy to credit your booking so you can tackle your mission another day. Just reach out to our team before your game time and we’ll get you sorted.

     

    If you have any questions or need assistance with your booking, please contact us via our contact us page and we will be able to assist you.

     

    Thank you for choosing The Great Escape. We look forward to hosting your adventure!

  • Do you offer corporate or private events?

    Absolutely! We provide tailored packages for birthdays, corporate events, bucks/hens and other special occasions. Visit our Events page for more info!

     

    Some companies that have played at The Great Escape:

     

    – Porsche
    – AFL
    – Telstra
    – Flight Center
    – Westpac
    – Target/Kmart Group
    – Aaron Sansoni Group
    – Melbourne Uni
    – RSPCA
    – Isuzu
    – Optus
    – AGL

  • How accessible is The Great Escape Carlton?

    To enter the lobby, guests will need to go up a short flight of stairs. Once inside, the lobby and escape rooms are all on one level. Some of our rooms are fully accessible, while others include features such as dark spaces, narrow passages, audio-based puzzles, crawling sections, and jump scares.

    If you have any accessibility concerns, please reach out to our team. We will be happy to recommend the experience best suited to you and your group.

  • How many people can play in an escape room?

    Each mission has its own team size limits, depending on the story and room design. Check the information card for your chosen mission – it’ll tell you the minimum and maximum number of players allowed.

     

    If you’ve got a group larger than 8, reach out to us directly! We can help organise a large group booking or even a multi-room challenge to make sure everyone gets in on the action.

THE GREAT ESCAPE

199 Grattan Street Carlton, Vic 5053

Monday: 10:30am - 9pm
Tuesday: 10:30am - Midnight
Wednesday: 10:30am - 9pm
Thursday: 10:30am - Midnight
Friday: 10:30am - Midnight
Saturday: 9am - Midnight
Sunday 10:30am - 10:30pm