5 Chicago Escape Games Worth Booking

1.The Escape Game Chicago: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in River North

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $47Our pick

At The Escape Game Chicago in River North, you and up to seven teammates get 60 minutes to solve a themed mission. Choose Prison Break, Special Ops, The Heist, Mission: Mars, or Legend of the Yeti. A game guide briefs you, offers hints when needed, and helps with the final debrief.

“Omg! It was my lover & I first time going. It was so fun & intense. Also, shoutout to our helping hand, Julie for even making the experience even more fun.”

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2.Outdoor Escape Room in Chicago – Fulton Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

You and up to five companions investigate a fictional murder around Fulton Market. Use a physical clue box, search real-world locations, solve puzzles, and enter answers in the app to identify the killer, motive, and crime scene. The private game starts and ends at North Morgan Street and West Lake Street.

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3.1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1 hour · from $47

Choose a 60-minute Chicago escape room for up to eight people, then work with your English-speaking game guide to solve clues across multiple rooms. Pick Prison Break, Special Ops, The Heist, Mission: Mars, or Legend of the Yeti. You may ask for unlimited hints, and every room has an exit button.

“Really enjoyed it!! Even if we didn’t escape, it was still a very fun experience!”

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4.Chicago Murder Mystery Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $82

Join host Andre and a small group for a 2-hour Chicago food tour with a playful murder mystery. Start near the Magnificent Mile with fresh donuts, a Chicago hot dog, deep dish pizza, and a surprise dessert, while clues lead you through River North, the Gold Coast, and Oak Street Beach.

“A super fun blend of murder mystery, Chicago architecture, and history. Would definitely recommend to adults or a family. (We have 3 kids 13, 10, and 8, and it was fun for them too!) Andre is an engaging and fun host whom made it a great day fRead more”

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5.Eastside Chicago The Heist Exploration Game and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $7Best value

Use your smartphone to guide a private, self-paced Chicago exploration from the Art Institute through Millennium Park and Grant Park. Solve location-based challenges at Cloud Gate, Crown Fountain, Buckingham Fountain, and other landmarks. The game works offline, costs $7.20 per person, and takes about 95 minutes, though construction or technical issues may affect play.

“Prepare to walk a lot, so wear comfortable shoes! The instructions were clear, and the highlights were interesting if you want to learn about some of the city's iconic landmarks.”

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