The best screen-free family activity in Philadelphia. Our rooms are fun, not scary — with unlimited hints and a dedicated game master so everyone has a great time. Ages 8 and up welcome.
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If you've never done an escape room with kids before, you might be wondering: Is it too hard? Will they get scared? What if they get frustrated? We hear these questions all the time — and the answer to all three is no.
Our rooms at Escape The Room Philadelphia are designed to be exciting, not frightening. Think of it as a live-action puzzle adventure, not a haunted house. Your dedicated game master watches your group's progress in real time and provides unlimited hints whenever anyone asks — so nobody gets stuck and the whole family stays engaged.
Kids love it because they get to be the hero. Parents love it because everyone puts their phones away for an hour. And since we're Rittenhouse Square, you can make a whole afternoon of it — escape room, then lunch, shopping, or exploring the area nearby.
Our rooms are puzzle adventures — no jump scares, no darkness, no horror themes. Every room is designed to be exciting and fun for all ages.
Your game master provides as many hints as your family needs. Nobody gets hopelessly stuck — the goal is for everyone to have fun.
Recommended for ages 8 and up. Kids under 13 must have at least one adult in the room with them.
Right at 15th & Walnut — Rittenhouse Square is a block away, and Walnut Street has all the restaurants you need for after your game.
The Agency is our most popular room with families — fun theme, manageable difficulty, and puzzles that kids and adults can solve together.
You've been selected for a top-secret mission. Mix up a martini, pour a beer, play a hand of poker — then get your classified assignment. Complete the mission or risk your superiors denying your very existence. This one's for the James Bond fans.
Book The Agency →
Saddle up for a trip to the old west. You and your crew must rob the bank and get out with all the loot in less than 60 minutes. Fun theme, great for kids who love adventure.
Book Western Bank Heist →Want a bigger challenge? See all 3 rooms →
This gives you time to check in, get briefed, and use the restroom before the clock starts.
Kids see things differently than adults. Let them explore and try things — you might be surprised how quickly they solve puzzles.
Don't wait until frustration sets in. Hints are unlimited and free — use them to keep the energy high and the fun flowing.
If someone finds something, shout it out! The best family teams share every clue and work on puzzles together.
Since you're already in Rittenhouse, make the most of it! Walk to Rittenhouse Square, grab dinner on Walnut Street, or hit up one of the best cocktail bars in Center City.