Escape Rooms in Greater Milwaukee: A Complete Guide

Everything families need to know about escape room adventures across the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area—from kid-friendly puzzles in Brookfield to immersive experiences in Oak Creek, outdoor adventures along the RiverWalk, and seasonal attractions spanning seven counties.

After extensive research across Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, Racine, Kenosha, and Walworth counties, we've identified 23 escape room venues and experiences in the greater Milwaukee area. While the region doesn't quite reach 40 locations, families will find a diverse mix of traditional puzzle rooms, mobile experiences, outdoor adventures, VR escapes, and seasonal attractions—with options for every age group from young children to teens and adults.

The escape room landscape varies dramatically by county. Milwaukee and Waukesha counties contain the highest concentration of venues, while Ozaukee and Kenosha counties have surprisingly limited options. This guide organizes everything geographically so families can plan efficient outings based on where they live or visit.

Milwaukee

Milwaukee's urban core and surrounding suburbs offer the region's greatest variety, from nationally-recognized chains in the Historic Third Ward to immersive "city-scale" experiences in Oak Creek.

Escape the Room Milwaukee

222 E. Erie Street, Suite 110, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Historic Third Ward)

This national chain's Milwaukee outpost occupies a prime Third Ward location with four family-friendly rooms designed for all ages. Multiple reviewers confirm families with children as young as 2-10 have successfully participated.

Detail Information Phone (414) 600-9440 Website escapetheroom.com/milwaukee Hours Wed 11:30am-10pm, Thu-Fri 12pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 10:30am-11pm, Mon-Tue closed Pricing Per-person (varies by booking); team building packages up to 200 people

Available Rooms:

• The Dig (up to 8 players): Indiana Jones-style excavation adventure where teams problem-solve their way back to the surface

• The Agency (up to 10 players): Mission Impossible spy adventure with code-cracking before the Bureau disavows your team

• The Apartment (up to 12 players): Deceptively cozy setting hiding deep secrets—largest room capacity

• The Rec Room (up to 8 players): 1980s nostalgia with MTV vibes and pop culture puzzles—a teen favorite

Family Assessment: ✅ Excellent for families with children of all ages. No horror themes. Wheelchair accessible restrooms. Birthday party and school field trip packages available. Private games ensure your family won't be paired with strangers.

Save Milwaukee

Two Locations: Third Ward and Brady Street

This locally-owned company emphasizes that "all clues are fun, not grim or gory"—making it one of the most deliberately family-friendly options in the region. Save Milwaukee pioneered the self-start escape room concept with their Brady Street location.

Third Ward Location: 207 E. Buffalo Street, Suite 312, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Brady Street Location: 1220 E. Brady Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Detail Information Hours Mon-Thu 12pm-10pm, Fri 12pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 12pm-10pm Pricing Approximately $30 per person Website savemke.com

Available Rooms:

• The Tailgate (Third Ward, 2-8 players): Solve puzzles to raid a fridge full of snacks before the big game—Wisconsin-themed fun

• McSnooty's Gallery of Fine Art (Brady Street, 8-20 players): Sneak into an art gallery to find evidence of a crime. This unique self-start format requires no staff briefing—you receive a door code via text and begin your adventure independently

Family Assessment: ✅ Exceptional for families. The owner specifically designed rooms to be accessible for children. McSnooty's Gallery accommodates up to 20 players, making it ideal for large family gatherings, sports teams, or birthday parties. All private bookings.

⚠️ Important Note: Research indicates "The Device" room at the Third Ward location has permanently closed. Call ahead to confirm current room availability.

City 13

6925 S. 6th Street, #500, Oak Creek, WI 53154

This Oak Creek venue stands apart from traditional escape rooms with an entirely technological approach—no padlocks. The owner, who spent over a decade designing haunted houses, created an entire miniature "city" where each building houses a different room. City 13 offers what it calls "the world's largest escape game."

Detail Information Phone (414) 405-9642 Website escapecity13.com Hours Thu-Sun 10am-10pm Pricing Approximately $45 per person for premium experiences

Available Rooms (5-6 experiences):

• City Reserve: Heist-themed jewel hunt with high-tech puzzles

• Cyber Station: Revive a hidden railcar in an abandoned station—highly rated among enthusiasts

• The Armory: Stealth mission to retrieve weapons

• Neon Light Diner: Uncover secrets at a mysterious retro diner

• Kandy Corp: Candy-filled maze challenge (newer room)

• Save The City (Premium): A 4-hour mega experience spanning multiple buildings—truly the "world's largest escape game"

Family Assessment: ⚠️ Good for older children (ages 6+). No children under age 6 permitted due to electronic equipment. Children 13 and under require an adult in the room. The venue features a large player's lounge with pool table, popcorn, and refreshments. No horror themes, but the immersive technology and complexity may challenge younger children.

60 To Escape

Southridge Mall, 5300 S. 76th Street, Greendale, WI 53129

Located inside Southridge Mall (near Round 1), this award-winning escape room company offers the convenience of mall amenities combined with professionally designed puzzles. The mall location makes it easy to combine with shopping, dining, or other family entertainment.

Detail Information Phone (262) 404-9102 Email milwaukee@sixtytoescape.com Website 62escape.com/wisconsin Pricing Per-person (check website for current rates); large group packages (9+ players)

Available Rooms (5 themes):

• The Casino: Casino heist adventure

• Pirate's Curse: Nautical pirate puzzle quest

• Invasion: Alien/sci-fi themed challenge

• Merlin's Legacy: Fantasy wizard adventure

• The Storm: Weather/disaster themed room (added 2024)

Family Assessment: ✅ Award-winning designs suitable for all ages. Mall location provides easy parking, restrooms, and food options. Good choice for families who want to combine escape room fun with other activities.

Waukesha County

Waukesha County delivers the region's best options specifically designed for families with young children, including a rare dedicated kids-only room.

Catch-22 Escape Rooms ⭐ Best for Young Children

285 N. Janacek Road, Brookfield, WI 53045

This Brookfield venue offers something exceptionally rare in the escape room industry: a dedicated kids-only room. Lost in Space was designed specifically for younger players, making Catch-22 the top recommendation for families with children under 10.

Detail Information Phone (262) 902-2267 Email contact@catch22escape.com Website catch22escape.com Hours Tue-Thu 4pm-7pm, Fri 4pm-7:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-7:30pm, Mon closed Pricing Lost in Space: $22/person; Other rooms: $32/person

Available Rooms (4 themes):

• Lost in Space ($22, kids-only): 🎯 Space-themed adventure designed exclusively for younger players

• The Monster (up to 8 players): Help a doctor complete his monster project—thrilling but not scary

• Late to the Tailgate (up to 8 players): Break into a grocery store for last-minute tailgate supplies—fun Wisconsin theme

• Zombie Refuge (up to 6 players): ⚠️ Zombie theme may be intense for younger children

Family Assessment: ✅ Top pick for families with young children. The dedicated Lost in Space kids room is genuinely rare in the industry. Event space accommodates 40-50 people for parties with catering available. Bonus: Mobile escape room service available for off-site events.

Solve Escape Rooms ⭐ Best Overall Quality

1720 Dolphin Drive, Suite D, Waukesha, WI 53186

Winner of Milwaukee Magazine's Readers' Choice Award for Best Indoor Activity, Solve Escape Rooms has earned a reputation for clever, original puzzle design. Their unique charitable giving program donates $1,000 monthly to charities chosen by teams who successfully escape.

Detail Information Phone (262) 278-4060 Website solveescaperooms.com Hours Mon 4pm-9pm, Wed-Fri 1pm-8:30pm, Sat 9am-9:30pm, Sun 1pm-8:30pm, Tue closed Pricing $90 base for up to 3 players, $28/person for each additional player (up to 8 total)

Available Rooms (3 themes):

• Capone's Cabin: You've inherited a cabin vacant for 70+ years, rumored to contain Al Capone's hidden gold. The countdown begins at the locked front door.

• 14 Floors Below: The FBI needs help! Your landlord stole the Declaration of Independence and hid it in the apartment building's basement.

• Caper in the Escape Room (Newest): The Milwaukee area's only multi-themed escape room—investigate a theft by solving three mini escape rooms (Pirate Pillage, Houston We Have a Problem, The Pharaoh's Curse) to unlock the surveillance video password.

Family Assessment: ✅ Excellent for families with children 10+. Reviews confirm successful visits with 10-year-olds. No horror themes. Modern puzzles go beyond traditional locks. The charitable giving component adds meaningful purpose to the experience.

Breakout Games Milwaukee

4125 N. 124th Street, Suite F, Brookfield, WI 53005

This national chain brings standardized, professional-quality experiences to the Milwaukee market. The flat $125 per room pricing (regardless of group size) makes this economical for larger families—you're not paying per person.

Detail Information Phone (262) 806-0360 Website breakoutgames.com/milwaukee Hours Mon-Sat 10am-10:45pm, Sun 12pm-10pm Pricing $125 per room flat rate (any group size)

Available Rooms (6 themes):

• The Kidnapping (Moderate): Wake up handcuffed—classic escape thriller

• Kidnapping 2: Afraid of the Dark (Intense): ⚠️ Begins blindfolded in total darkness—solves puzzles using senses other than sight. Not suitable for young children.

• Mystery Mansion (Moderate): Abandoned mansion with supernatural hints

• Bomb Squad (High Intensity): Find and disarm a bomb threatening the city

• Museum Heist (Moderate): Art thieves recovering stolen artwork—all-ages friendly

• Operation: Casino (Moderate): Spy espionage with code-breaking

Family Assessment: ✅ Most rooms are family-friendly. Chaperone required inside room for ages 14 and under; on-site for ages under 17. Private bookings only—never paired with strangers. National chain quality with over 300,000 five-star reviews. Free parking.

⚠️ Avoid for Young Children: "Kidnapping 2: Afraid of the Dark" features complete darkness and blindfolds.

Escape Waukesha

2335 Silvernail Road, Waukesha, WI 53072

This family-owned business (established 2016) offers private bookings with rotating themes. The intimate setting and personalized service distinguish it from larger chains.

Detail Information Phone (262) 232-8587 Website waukeshaescaperooms.com Pricing Approximately $30 per person Ages 10+ recommended; under 13 must be with parent/guardian

Available Rooms (3-4 rotating themes):

• Terror on the Titanic: The ship is sinking! Collect $50,000 in valuables to secure spots in a lifeboat.

• Purple Rain: Escape a mad scientist's experiment before the dangerous gas seeps in.

• Pharaoh's Revenge: Solve mysteries in King Tut's tomb.

• Additional rotating themes include Murder Manor

Family Assessment: ✅ Good for families with tweens and teens. All games are private bookings. Rooms sanitized between events with CDC-approved air purifiers. Located at rear of building—note the entrance.

Falls Axe & Escape

N80W14942 Appleton Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

This combination axe-throwing bar and escape room venue offers flexible packages. The combo deals make it economical for families wanting multiple activities. Note: The same ownership runs West Bend Axe & Escape in Washington County.

Detail Information Phone (262) 415-5520 Email info@teamescape262.com Website fallsaxeandescape.com Hours Wed-Thu 5pm-9:30pm, Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-6pm, Mon-Tue by appointment

Pricing:

Experience Fri-Sat Other Days Escape Room Only $32/person $27/person Axe Throwing Only $27/person $27/person Combo Package $49/person $44/person

Available Rooms:

• The Gold Mines of Rattler County (4+ players): Abandoned mines with a twist—you're the first group to enter in 50+ years

• Captain Maxwell's Revenge (NEW): Pirate-themed adventure of betrayal and mutiny on the high seas

Family Assessment: ✅ Good for families with older children. Players under 16 require adult supervision. On-site bar serves craft beers, hard seltzers, pizza, and snacks. No stairs or elevators required for accessibility. Street-level entrance with free front parking.

Bonus: Mobile escape room rentals available for off-site events—two 10'x10' tent-based games with 12-15 minute experiences.

Ozaukee and Washington Counties

These northern Milwaukee-area counties have minimal escape room infrastructure. Washington County has one year-round venue, while Ozaukee County lacks any permanent escape room facilities.

West Bend Axe & Escape

1640 S. Main Street, West Bend, WI 53095

The sole year-round escape room in both Ozaukee and Washington counties, this venue opened in January 2022 with a unique bar-integrated format. The bartender remains in the room throughout your experience, providing hints, clues, and drinks.

Detail Information Phone (262) 429-1006 Email info@westbendaxeandescape.com Website westbendaxeandescape.com Hours Thu 5pm-9:30pm, Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-6pm, Mon-Wed by appointment

Pricing:

Experience Fri-Sat Other Days Escape Room Only $32/person $27/person Axe Throwing Only $27/person $27/person Combo Package $49/person $44/person

Available Rooms:

• TOM's Escape Room (Thu, Fri, Sun): Bar/pub setting where your bartender guides you through the mystery while serving drinks

• TOM's Music Trivia Escape Room (Saturdays only): Find the Platinum Record in under 60 minutes—combines music trivia with traditional puzzles

Family Assessment: ⚠️ Better suited for older teens and adults. Recommended age 16+ due to puzzle difficulty and bar setting. Under 16 welcome but must be accompanied by someone 18+. Ages 4+ count as paid players. Soft drinks available. Single-story building with no accessibility barriers.

The Haunt at Ozaukee County Fairgrounds (Seasonal)

Ozaukee County Fairgrounds, Cedarburg, WI

This October-only attraction adds two escape rooms to a haunted house fundraiser for Ozaukee County 4-H.

Detail Information Website cedarburghaunt.com Season October only (Fridays and Saturdays) Hours 6pm-10pm during operating weekends Pricing $5 escape room add-on + $20 general admission Capacity 6-8 people per group

Family Assessment: ⚠️ This is primarily a haunted house attraction with escape rooms as add-ons. The main experience is designed to be scary. Best suited for Halloween enthusiasts rather than year-round family escape room visits. Handicapped accessible with free parking.

Racine and Kenosha Counties

Southern Milwaukee's escape room options are limited but include an award-winning venue in downtown Racine.

Seven Keys to Escape ⭐ Award-Winning

606 College Avenue, Floor 2, Racine, WI 53403

This award-winning downtown Racine venue rotates themes annually, ensuring fresh experiences for repeat visitors. The challenging 20-35% escape rate appeals to puzzle enthusiasts while remaining accessible to families.

Detail Information Phone (262) 770-5036 Email info@sevenkeystoescape.com Website sevenkeystoescape.com Hours Mon-Tue 11am-10pm, Thu-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm, Wed closed Pricing $35 per person (includes sales tax) Group Size 2-7 players; recommended 4 players

Current Room: "Purrfect President" (Scenario #7)—Political/cat-themed puzzle adventure with "Vote for Doodles!" storyline. 60 minutes, challenging difficulty. Includes mild physical elements like crouching.

Family Assessment: ✅ Recommended ages 13+. Younger children CAN play when booking the full room as a family. Ages 15-17 require parental waiver signed before arrival. Large, open room design prevents claustrophobia. Unique hint delivery system (clues arrive in swimming noodles over the wall). Note: Located on 2nd floor—not wheelchair accessible.

Br8kout Escape Rooms

Listed: 8700 Durand Avenue, Suite 100, Sturtevant, WI 53177

Established in 2016, Br8kout offers the widest variety of themes in Racine County with 8 different rooms including the popular family-favorite "Golden Ticket."

Detail Information Phone (262) 498-9936 Website br8kout.com Hours Open 7 days, custom times available Pricing $30 per person Group Size 2-10 players

⚠️ Important: Multiple 2024-2025 reviews indicate the business relocated to Union Grove with minimal signage. Call ahead to confirm exact address before visiting.

Available Rooms (8 themes):

• The Golden Ticket 🎯: Willy Wonka/candy store inspired—best for families with young children. Reviews confirm 7-year-olds enjoyed this room.

• Bank Heist: Elite criminals recruited for an impossible vault robbery

• Camp Crisis: Outdoor camp mystery

• Bootlegger's Ball: Prohibition-era adventure

• The 9 Noble Virtues: Norse mythology theme—prove worthiness to wield Thor's hammer

• A Classic Christmas Tale: Modern Scrooge twist (seasonal)

• Mythical Forest: Discover secrets of a mysterious cabin and help captured creatures

• James Bomb: Spy thriller with handcuffs and bomb defusing

Family Assessment: ✅ Multiple family-friendly rooms. Wheelchair accessible rooms available (call ahead). Party room for events. Arcade games in lobby. Unique feature: you can bring beverages into games. Look for Black Friday and "Christmas in July" half-price sales.

Festival Escape Adventures at Bristol Renaissance Faire (Seasonal)

Bristol Renaissance Faire, 12550 120th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53142

The only escape room experience in Kenosha County operates seasonally during Renaissance Faire weekends (July through Labor Day). Located in air-conditioned buildings within the Faire grounds.

Detail Information Operator Escape Room Adventures (escaperoom.expert) Season Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day Monday (approximately 9 weekends) 2026 Dates July 11 - September 7 Hours 10am-7pm (Faire hours)

Pricing: Requires Bristol Renaissance Faire admission ($40 adults, $15 children 5-12, free under 5) plus escape room fees (paid at Faire).

Available Rooms: 4 rooms including two Harry Potter-themed experiences with Renaissance/fantasy themes.

Family Assessment: ✅ Harry Potter themes appeal to kids and families. Air-conditioned buildings. Part of the broader Faire experience with food, games, rides, and entertainment. Note: Cash strongly recommended (many Faire vendors are cash-only).

Lake Geneva Area: Worth the drive

For families willing to drive slightly farther, Lake Geneva in Walworth County offers a well-reviewed escape room venue in a popular tourist destination.

Lake Geneva Clue Room

772 W. Main Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

This established venue in downtown Lake Geneva offers 4-5 themed rooms plus a Virtual Reality arena, making it a destination worth combining with other Lake Geneva activities.

Detail Information Website lakegenevaclueroom.com Duration 60 minutes Group Size 2-10 players Ages Suitable for ages 8-80+

Available Rooms: Storm Front, Gangster's Gamble, Double Agent, Pilfered Playbook, Dark Carnival

Family Assessment: ✅ Great for families. Some rooms more complex for older children/adults. Also offers VR arena (30-60 minute bookings). Combine with Lake Geneva beach, boat rides, or downtown shopping.

Mobile, outdoor, and specialty experiences

Beyond traditional escape rooms, the Milwaukee area offers creative alternatives perfect for families seeking something different.

Outdoor escape adventures

Escapely Milwaukee RiverWalk is a self-guided outdoor escape room combining scavenger hunt and puzzle solving along Milwaukee's scenic RiverWalk. For $59.99 per box (ships or local pickup), you receive a lockbox with clues, a custom magic 8 ball, tarot cards, and QR codes leading you through a 1.5-mile, 1.5-3 hour adventure. The "Relic" theme involves a mystical ghost story helping two star-crossed lovers. Visits include the Pabst Theater (4th oldest in the US), Père Marquette Park, and Usinger's Famous Sausage building. Perfect for 2-6 players of all ages. Website: escapely.com/escape-the-city/milwaukee-riverwalk

myCityQuest Milwaukee offers smartphone-based outdoor escape games starting from $12.99. Groups of 2-33 participants follow GPS navigation to city landmarks including the Milwaukee Art Museum while solving riddles. Website: mycityquest.com

Questo provides multiple experiences including a "Conspiracy" detective investigation and "The Oz Escape" based on Wizard of Oz. Average 90 minutes, play at your own pace. Available via Questo app or Eventbrite.

Mobile escape rooms for parties and events

Falls Axe & Escape Mobile Games brings tent-based escape experiences to your location—perfect for birthday parties, corporate events, or festivals. Two 10'x10' games offer 12-15 minute experiences that can rotate through large groups. Contact (262) 415-5520 for quotes.

Mobile Puzzle Sleuths (West Milwaukee) delivers and facilitates mobile escape rooms across the Milwaukee area. Ideal for team building, bridal showers, family reunions, and fundraisers. Hours 9am-10pm daily. Listed on Yelp.

Escape Room Parties is a regional provider serving Wisconsin with themes including Prison, Speakeasy, Blackbeard, Deadly Deer Camp, FDR Bunker, Submarine 1883, and Amazon Expedition. Perfect for after-prom, schools, and community events. Website: escaperoomparties.com

Virtual reality escape experiences

True Echo VR operates inside Milwaukee's 3rd Street Market Hall, offering free-roam VR group experiences including escape-style games. Walk-ins: $19/person for 20 minutes. Online bookings: $44/person for 45 minutes or $67/person for 90 minutes. Ages 12+, up to 6 players simultaneously. Games include zombie scenarios, bow/arrow challenges, and restaurant simulators. Currently not wheelchair accessible but improvements planned. Website: trueechovr.com

RSVR Milwaukee offers 80+ VR games including "Paranormal Detective: Escape the 80's" (retro escape puzzle adventure) and "Kobold" (horror/haunted escape blend). Staff walk-throughs available for first-time VR users. Website: rsvrmilwaukee.com

Unique combination experiences

City Tours MKE Escape Room Pub Crawl combines escape room puzzles with a Milwaukee pub crawl via low-speed electric vehicle. Daytime: 2 hours; Nighttime: 3 hours. From $85 per vehicle (5 passengers). Ages 21+ only. Visits stylish Milwaukee pubs and cocktail bars with customizable puzzles and prizes. Phone: (414) 209-4808

Hatchet Harry's (2246 W. Bluemound Road, Waukesha) combines axe-throwing with three escape rooms: Jack's Cabin (creepy serial killer mystery), C.I.A. Classified Mission, and Art Heist. Phone: (262) 788-9478. Note: Horror/thriller themes better suited for teens and adults.

Quick reference: Best escape rooms by family type

Best for young children (ages 6-10)

1. Catch-22 Escape Rooms (Brookfield)—dedicated kids-only "Lost in Space" room

2. Save Milwaukee (Third Ward/Brady Street)—owner confirms family-friendly, "no grim or gory" content

3. Br8kout (Racine County)—"Golden Ticket" room works well for ages 7+

4. 60 To Escape (Greendale)—award-winning designs in convenient mall location

Best for tweens and teens (ages 11-17)

1. City 13 (Oak Creek)—high-tech "city" concept with no padlocks

2. Solve Escape Rooms (Waukesha)—award-winning puzzles with charitable giving

3. Seven Keys to Escape (Racine)—challenging 20-35% escape rate

4. Escape the Room Milwaukee (Third Ward)—80s Rec Room appeals to teens

Best for large family groups (10+ people)

1. Save Milwaukee's McSnooty's Gallery (Brady Street)—up to 20 players

2. City 13's Save The City (Oak Creek)—4-hour epic experience

3. Escape the Room Milwaukee's The Apartment (Third Ward)—holds 12 players

4. Br8kout (Racine County)—up to 10 players with larger accommodations available

Best budget options

1. Catch-22 Lost in Space (Brookfield)—$22/person for kids room

2. Breakout Games (Brookfield)—$125 flat rate regardless of group size

3. Br8kout (Racine County)—$30/person with seasonal half-price sales

4. Escape Waukesha—approximately $30/person

Best unique experiences

1. City 13's Save The City (Oak Creek)—4-hour multi-building "world's largest escape game"

2. Escapely RiverWalk (Milwaukee)—1.5-mile outdoor puzzle adventure

3. West Bend Axe & Escape—bartender stays in room providing hints and drinks

4. Festival Escape Adventures (Bristol)—Harry Potter themes inside Renaissance Faire

Rooms to avoid with young children

Several experiences include intense themes unsuitable for younger audiences:

• ❌ Breakout Games "Kidnapping 2: Afraid of the Dark"—complete darkness, blindfolds

• ❌ Hatchet Harry's "Jack's Cabin"—serial killer horror theme

• ❌ Catch-22 "Zombie Refuge"—zombie theme may frighten young children

• ❌ West Bend Axe & Escape—bar setting, recommended ages 16+

• ❌ The Haunt (Cedarburg)—haunted house attraction, intentionally scary

• ❌ City 13—no children under age 6 permitted

Confirmed closures to avoid

Our research identified several venues that have permanently closed or have uncertain status:

• ❌ Escape MKE (Wauwatosa)—TripAdvisor reviews from 2024 confirm venue closed despite accepting online bookings

• ❌ The Device by Save Milwaukee (Third Ward)—marked permanently closed

• ❌ Kenosha Beach House Escape Room (Simmons Island)—permanently closed

• ⚠️ Escape Chambers (Downtown Milwaukee and Waukesha)—uncertain status; call to verify before visiting

Planning tips for families

Book in advance. Most Milwaukee-area escape rooms operate on reservation-only schedules, especially for weekend slots. Popular venues like Solve Escape Rooms and Seven Keys to Escape can book up weeks ahead.

Understand pricing models. Some venues charge per person (typical: $25-45), while Breakout Games charges a flat $125 per room regardless of group size. For larger families, flat-rate pricing often provides better value.

Call to confirm details. Several venues have relocated, changed hours, or added rooms since online listings were updated. A quick confirmation call prevents disappointment.

Ask about accessibility. Most venues can accommodate various needs with advance notice, but several (like Seven Keys to Escape on a 2nd floor) have physical limitations.

Consider combo packages. Falls Axe & Escape and West Bend Axe & Escape offer escape room + axe throwing combinations that provide more entertainment value per dollar.

Check for seasonal specials. Br8kout offers Black Friday and "Christmas in July" half-price sales. Many venues offer birthday party packages with added perks.

Know the minimum ages. City 13 prohibits children under 6. Most venues recommend ages 10-13+ for optimal enjoyment, though exceptions exist (like Catch-22's dedicated kids room).

Geographic summary by county

County Year-Round Venues Key Options Milwaukee County 5-6 Escape the Room, Save Milwaukee, City 13, 60 To Escape Waukesha County 5 Catch-22, Solve Escape Rooms, Breakout Games, Escape Waukesha, Falls Axe & Escape Washington County 1 West Bend Axe & Escape Ozaukee County 0 None (seasonal Haunt only) Racine County 2 Seven Keys to Escape, Br8kout Kenosha County 0 None (seasonal Bristol Ren Faire only) Walworth County 1 Lake Geneva Clue Room

The greater Milwaukee escape room scene concentrates in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties, with limited options in surrounding areas. Families in northern suburbs (Ozaukee, Washington) or southern suburbs (Kenosha) face longer drives for escape room entertainment, though the quality venues in the core metro area make the trip worthwhile.

Information verified January 2026. Hours, pricing, and room availability change frequently—always confirm details directly with venues before visiting. Venues marked with ⚠️ require additional verification.