TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10
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New Orleans Escape Game in the French Quarter
TourTruth score 9.6 out of 10
ExceptionalTop 1% in New Orleans
627 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- New Orleans
- 1 hr 8 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Solve clues across immersive rooms in a French Quarter escape game, with four adventures and a guide ready to offer hints.
About this tour
Step into a French Quarter adventure where teamwork, sharp eyes, and clever thinking can turn a group of strangers into a mission-ready crew. This New Orleans Escape Game gives you 60 minutes to crack clues and complete your chosen challenge in an immersive setting.
Pick from four themed adventures: break out of Prison Break, investigate Special Ops: Mysterious Market, recover a masterpiece in The Heist, or tackle the school-day puzzles of Playground. Each game unfolds across multiple rooms, and a dedicated game guide can offer unlimited hints when your team needs a nudge. Most adventures accommodate up to eight players; Playground can fit up to 12. Games are lively and adventurous rather than scary, making them a fun option for families and groups. The French Quarter location is close to restaurants and bars, so it’s easy to continue your outing nearby. Allow extra time for a pre-game briefing and a post-game debrief.
Gather your crew, choose a mission, and see how many clues you can connect before time runs out at this New Orleans Escape Game.
Highlights
- Solve clues and puzzles with your team across multiple rooms
- Choose from four immersive adventures, including Prison Break
- Get unlimited hints from your game guide
- Pair your French Quarter game with nearby dining and drinks
What's included
Included
- Admission to one escape room adventure
- Game guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
4.98 / 5 · 595 reviews
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View on GetYourGuideGetYourGuide
4.89 / 5 · 32 reviews
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Important information
- Games are recommended for ages 13 and up; younger players may find some content difficult
- An adult must participate with anyone age 14 or younger
- An adult must sign waivers for participants under 18
- Games may be shared with other guests unless you book all available spots
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- Game capacities vary by adventure; most fit up to 8 players, while Playground fits up to 12
- Each game includes 60 minutes of play; plan for 15 minutes before and after for briefing and debriefing
- Rooms have locked doors with exit buttons, and guests may leave at any time
- Wheelchair accessibility information varies; contact the local partner to confirm
- Service animals are allowed
- Nearby public transportation is available; limited paid parking is nearby
- The French Quarter location has no parking lot; walking, taxi, or rideshare is recommended
Frequently asked questions
How long is the escape game?
Gameplay lasts 60 minutes. Plan for about 15 minutes beforehand for preparation and briefing, plus 15 minutes afterward for debriefing and photos.
What adventures can I choose from?
Choose from Prison Break, Special Ops: Mysterious Market, The Heist, and Playground.
Can other guests join my team?
Yes. Games may be shared with other guests unless you book all available spots.
What is the minimum age?
Games are recommended for ages 13 and up. An adult must participate with anyone age 14 or younger, and sign waivers for participants under 18.
Can I leave the room during the game?
Yes. Although the room is locked, every door has an exit button, and you may leave at any time.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.98 on Viator and 4.89 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in New Orleans
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.6. Top 1% in New Orleans means it ranks in the top 1% of tours in New Orleans by this score.
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