A Complete Guide to the 10 Best Escape Rooms in Liverpool with Secret Insider Tips
Tired of the same old routine of bowling, pub pool, and predictable movie nights, I decided to rope in a mate and try something I’d only ever heard. Yep, I’m talking about escape rooms.
These immersive puzzles promise a mix of brain-teasing fun, adrenaline-pumping challenges, and a bit of good ol’ British banter—or so they say. Fast forward a few months and now, well, let’s just say I’m officially an escape room junkie.
That’s why I’ve compiled this list of Liverpool’s top escape rooms. These spots will leave you scratching your head, gasping in delight, and grinning from ear to ear—I promise!
Escape Hunt Liverpool
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Website: https://escapehunt.com/uk/liverpool/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escapehuntuk/
Address: Atlantic Pavilion Albert Dock
Hours: Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 10 PM
Contact: +44 151 318 9222
Escape Hunt Liverpool is home to five epic escape rooms that’ll have you laughing and scratching your head. As a bonus, it’s just a quick jaunt from James Street station.
With themes like Alice in Puzzleland, Blackbeard’s Treasure, The Last Vikings, and a wild ride through the Wild West, boredom doesn’t stand a chance.
But if you’re after something legendary, check out our favourite—The Fourth Samurai! You’ll step into ancient Japan as the emperor’s top samurai, tasked with taking down the evil warlord Tanaka Masamune.
We love that they’re open to hosting birthdays, stag or hen dos, or pretty much just a good laugh. So grab your mates, the family, or even the whole office!
Pro Tip:
Escape Hunt Liverpool’s gift vouchers make for epic presents, letting your lucky mates dive into escape rooms, city hunts, or even VR adventures.
Escape The Fort
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Website: https://www.escapethefort.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortperchrock/
Address: Fort Perch Rock, Marine Promenade, New Brighton, Wallasey
Hours:
- Mon – Thurs, Sun: 10 AM – 9 PM
- Fri – Sat: 10 AM – 10 PM
Contact: +44 151 662 0503
Test your noggin with a proper dose of history at Fort Perch Rock’s Escape The Fort. Fun Fact: It’s the only escape room in the UK set in an actual 200-year-old fort!
One of their two escape rooms is The Watch Tower set in 1940—you and your mates are drafted in by Winnie Churchill. Your mission is to decipher enemy plans and stop Britain from invasion.
Or give The Dambusters a go; it’s 1943, and you’re in the thick of planning one of the most daring raids of the war with the RAF’s 617 Squadron. You’ve got 75 minutes on the clock for a team of 2-6—so bring your A-game and a touch of grit.
Bringing the motor? You’re sorted—there’s a massive, free car park right next to the fort.
Pro Tip:
Once you’ve cracked the codes at Escape the Fort, we suggest you pop over to The Mess café for a bite or a brew or stroll a few minutes to the local bars and restaurants.
Lockdown Escape Rooms
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Website: https://lockdownormskirk.co.uk/
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Address: 18 Church St, Ormskirk
Hours:
- Mon, Wed – Sat: 10 AM – 11 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Contact: +44 1695 575094
Lockdown Escape Rooms is the town’s first escape room spot. With four unique rooms to pick from—The Ministry, The Lodge, Valhalla, and The Institution—you’re in for a solid mix of puzzles, surprises, and a bit of nail-biting tension.
Our top shout is Valhalla, hands down. Imagine this: it’s “Blot,” The Blood Festival of the Vikings, and you’re captured by a rival tribe—armed with Thor’s mighty hammer, you’ve got to prove your worth by recovering it.
No need to be built like Thor himself, though; their escape rooms are all about using your noggin, not flexing your biceps. At most, you might have to squat down for a closer look or crawl through a hidden nook—but no heavy lifting or mad climbing involved.
Make sure you book in advance. While walk-ins are welcome, it’s all based on availability, so don’t chance it.
Pro Tip:
Got a big crew? For groups of six or more, ping over your details to Lockdown Escape Rooms’ email (enquiries.[email protected]) to lock in your escape adventure—game on!
Game Over Escape Rooms
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Website: https://liverpool.escapegameover.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/game_over_liverpool/
Address: 68-76 Kempston St
Hours:
- Mon – Fri: 10 AM – 10 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Contact: +44 330 043 8684
Game Over has escape rooms decked out to perfection—every detail is on point to make you feel like you’ve stepped straight into a movie set.
The lineup of five epic scenarios has something for everyone, but our favourite’s got to be Squid Game. Inspired by the smash-hit Korean Netflix show, you’ll receive a mysterious invite to join a survival game on a remote island.
Another escape room for telly buffs is the Money Heist room where you suit up in masks and uniforms as you take on the professor’s perfectly planned robbery.
As a bonus, they’re also spot-on for special events. Get in touch and they’ll sort out a party to remember.
Pro Tip:
If you’re looking for top-notch fun and a bit of savings, check Game Over Escape Rooms’s website for cracking offers. Student discounts and deals on corporate bookings await!
Contained Liverpool
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Website: https://www.containedliverpool.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/containedliverpool/
Address: Contained Liverpool, Derby Rd, Bootle
Hours:
- Mon – Sat: 10 AM – 11 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM – 11 PM
Contact: +44 330 133 4404
Contained Liverpool specialises in horror escape rooms with terrifyingly real sets and live actors—not for the faint-hearted. Their escape rooms accommodate teams of 2 to 7 players, so grab your bravest crew and get ready for a proper scare.
Tucked away on Derby Road in Bootle, this spot is all about private games. It’s just you, your mates, and whatever dark horrors lie ahead.
First up is The Exorcist Room, where you’ve got 60 minutes to solve the disappearance of Father Daniels. His last known location? The home of a 12-year-old girl believed to be possessed by a demon.
Another fright fest to test your nerves is Snatched. What starts as an exploration of a seemingly abandoned house quickly takes a sinister turn as the door slams shut and you’re trapped in a killer’s lair.
Pro Tip:
For a win-win scream-worthy experience and a discount, go here from Monday to Thursday. Contained Liverpool offers up to 15% off for students and Blue Light cardholders!
Breakout Liverpool
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Website: https://breakoutliverpool.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakoutliverpool
Address: 7-11 Sir Thomas St
Hours: Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 10 PM
Contact: +44 151 227 1765
Whether you’re after some quality time with mates, a family bonding session, a fun work outing, or even a unique date night, Breakout Liverpool delivers the goods.
You’ll team up in groups of 2-5 and have just 60 minutes to crack the puzzles and make your grand escape. And with 16 uniquely themed rooms—way more than your average escape spot—there’s no shortage of adventures to dive into.
For those who fancy dipping their toes into the escape room world, The Detective Office A is a top pick. You’re tracking down a notorious serial killer when tragedy strikes—your best mate is murdered, and you’re the prime suspect.
But if you’re a pro, try Outbreak—a zombie virus is spreading fast, and you stumble into an abandoned shop. But things take a turn for the worse when you realise you’re trapped, and a group of infected souls is clawing at the doors.
Pro Tip:
If you’d like to enjoy the thrill of escaping from the comfort of your home, check out Breakout Liverpool’s “Escape Room in a Box” option delivered straight to your door.
Breakout Chester
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Website: https://breakoutchester.com/
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Address: 42 Bridge St, Chester
Hours: Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 10 PM
Contact: +44 1244 638061
Breakout Chester has you covered with 13 brilliant escape rooms to choose from. You and your team will have 60 minutes to crack puzzles, solve challenges, and make your grand escape.
For fans of the undead (like us!), Dead End is a must-try. When the generators conk out in a post-apocalyptic world, it’s up to you and your team of brave volunteers to venture underground and find out what’s gone wrong.
If you’re after a slightly less hair-raising challenge, Wanted is a top pick. Here, you’re a Wild West outlaw who’s lost their loot; you’ll need to sneak back in after hours to reclaim your treasure, but be quick—the sheriff’s not far off.
Their rooms are designed for groups of 2-5, but if you’ve got a bigger crew, just give them a ring to sort it out.
Pro Tip:
Hosting a birthday bash, hen or stag do, engagement, or even a surprise proposal? Just give Breakout Chester a ring and they’ll help you make it a memorable occasion.
Houdini’s Escape Room
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Website: https://www.houdinisescape.co.uk/cheshireoaks/
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Address: Tenpin Bowling, Coliseum Way, Cheshire Oaks Way, Ellesmere Port
Hours: Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 10 PM
Contact Details: +44 800 999 1996
Houdini’s Escape Room is tucked inside Tenpin Bowling. This spot is ideal for all kinds of occasions—whether you’re celebrating, out with mates or with a date, or just fancy something different.
Now, here’s the kicker—they’ve got seventeen different rooms. Yep, you read that right, seventeen! You could practically make a whole week of it!
Each room has its own age guide and success rate, so you can pick based on your group and vibe. Houdini’s hardest room, Extinct: Escape from Jurassic Park, only lets a quarter of players beat it, with a mere 23% success rate.
Be sure to check their website for the latest deals—they often have monthly offers that knock a nice bit off the price per player. Sometimes they even give a juicy 50% discount!
Pro Tip:
After you escape (or don’t), pop into Houdini’s After Dark Cocktail Bar. It’s a swanky little spot, only accessible by stairs, where live actors serve up a mix of cocktails—with cool wild effects like smoke and fire!
Clue HQ
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Website: https://cluehq.co.uk/wirral/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cluehq/
Address: 50-54 Market St, Birkenhead
Hours: Wed – Sun: 10:30 AM – 9 PM
Contact: +44 151 647 7420
Clue HQ has a fantastic variety of themed rooms, each packed with clever clues, riddles, locks, and puzzles to test your wit. You and up to five other mates (or family members) get a full hour to work together.
For beginners, try Bunker 38—you’ve been hunkered down in an underground bunker, and you’re locked in with only 60 minutes of oxygen left. Can you get out before the air runs out? (Spoiler alert: you probably will!)
If you fancy a serious challenge, then The Betrayal of Cluetankhamun is the room for you. It’s your job to venture into the mysterious tomb and recover this ancient jewel, but beware: no one knows what happened to the last team.
Price-wise, they offer options that range from £40 to £85 per group, depending on the size of your team—the more players, the better the price per person.
Pro Tip:
We love that they’re also a popular pick for school groups. So, if you’re looking to give students a taste of teamwork and problem-solving, they’re brilliant hosts for that too!
Escape Live
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Website: https://www.escapelive.co.uk/locations/liverpool/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escape-live-liverpool/
Address: Liverpool One, 3 College Ln
Hours: Mon – Sun: 9 AM – 11 PM
Contact Details: +44 151 318 5800
Escape Live is located in Liverpool ONE, and they’re serving up more than just top-tier puzzles—they’ve got a hip rooftop terrace bar with a fantastic view of Liverpool’s cityscape. Perfect for relaxing with a drink after you’ve cracked an escape room.
With six escape rooms, there’s plenty to choose from. You’ll find the official Peaky Blinders experience and the spine-chilling Jack the Ripper scare escape, along with the world’s first family-friendly escape room created with Horrible Histories.
If you’re after a classic escape experience, we highly recommend Dr. Watson’s Office. It’s a room fit for any budding detective, with crafty puzzles and clues to uncover the suspect before they get to poor Dr. Watson.
Oh, and here’s a nifty bonus: every November, they run their Golden Giveaway. Just book an experience, and you’re in with a chance to win £1,000!
Pro Tip:
Hosting a big event or planning an away day? Escape Live’s private hire areas come kitted out with all the essentials: adaptable seating, air-con, TV screens, Wi-Fi, and even a licensed on-site bar—and they can cater, too!