Escape My Room New Orleans

Escape My Room New Orleans is consistently considered one of the best escape room experiences in the city, earning a remarkable 4.9-star rating from over 1,000 reviews. Located in a historic building on Camp Street in the Lower Garden District, the venue leans hard into New Orleans atmosphere and storytelling in ways that make the experience feel genuinely local rather than generic.

The rooms are elaborately designed around New Orleans themes — think antebellum setting with secret compartments hidden in period-appropriate décor, or mystery rooms that incorporate local legends and voodoo mystique. For families who've been exploring the French Quarter, the Garden District, and other New Orleans landmarks, the puzzle stories have cultural context that adds depth.

For age-appropriate guidance: this is primarily a 10-and-up activity. The puzzle complexity and abstract thinking required mean younger children tend to be spectators while adults solve, which frustrates kids who want to contribute. Tweens and teens are the sweet spot — old enough to actually engage with puzzles, young enough to find the whole experience genuinely exciting.

The private room format means your family gets the space entirely to yourselves, which is important for families with competitive or sensitive kids who do better without strangers. One hour is the standard time limit, which feels about right — long enough to have a full experience, short enough to stay exciting throughout.

Practical logistics: advance booking is essential, especially for prime weekend evening slots. Street parking on Camp Street can be challenging; the nearby paid lots are your best option. The experience takes about 1 to 1.5 hours total including briefing and debrief.