The Great Escape Room
Akron | #1 Voted Escape Game
Award-Winning Escape Rooms
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Akron Escape Rooms We Offer
The Haunted Hotel
Bros For Life: Fraternity Heist
The Midnight Heist
Poker Night at The President's Bunker
Escape The Colosseum: The Underworld Maze
Infirmary: Surgical Crisis
Mind Trap
Mountain Top Murders
Poe's Chamber
Arcade Challenge
Supervillains
Operation Treehouse
Scavenger Hunt Rooms We Offer
Moriarty's Gameroom
Sherlock's Study
Escape the Midnight Carnival
The Grimm Escape
Akron's room type:
Private Rooms: Play Just With Your Group
All escape room experiences at this location are 100% private.
Once you book, the room is yours; no strangers, just your team.
The Best Escape Room in Akron, OH
If you’re in the Akron area and looking for a thrilling indoor activity, look no further than The Great Escape Room Akron. Located at 348 South Main Street, our venue is just steps away from Lock 3 Park, Canal Park, and the University of Akron, providing the perfect escape for families, friends, or coworkers in the heart of downtown Akron. Whether you’re planning a fun family outing, organizing a corporate team-building event, or celebrating a birthday, we offer a one-of-a-kind escape experience you won’t forget.
At The Great Escape Room, we specialize in creating immersive, interactive games that require teamwork, critical thinking, and puzzle-solving. With our 60-minute timed challenges, you and your team will need to think quickly, communicate effectively, and use your wits to escape before time runs out. From solving complex mysteries to uncovering hidden clues, our rooms are designed to keep you on your toes from start to finish.
Our Akron location is centrally located, so it’s easy to visit before or after exploring Akron’s downtown attractions. Whether you’re near Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences, Summit Mall, or Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, make sure to add a visit to our escape room to your next adventure. Book your escape room experience today and see if you have what it takes to beat the clock in one of Akron’s most exciting escape room adventures.
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Think you’ve got what it takes? Book now to face exciting puzzles and an unforgettable adventure. Rally your team and see if you can beat the clock and escape in time!
Location Details
Looking for the ultimate escape challenge? Akron’s Great Escape Room is a must-visit! Our immersive themed rooms are designed to challenge your creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out or an exciting team-building experience, we’ve got you covered.
The Great Escape Room Akron
348 S Main St
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (234) 281-2877
Hours*
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3:30–9:15 PM
3:30–9:15 PM
3:30–9:15 PM
3:30–9:15 PM
1:30 –11:15PM
1:00 –11:15PM
11:30 AM–6:30 PM
Special Hours
TBA
*Hours may vary due to availability.
Walk-ins are welcome during regular hours, as seen above. For bookings outside our posted hours, please call ahead or reserve online. Our team is happy to accommodate bookings outside of regular hours!
Location DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFO
Driving Directions
The Great Escape Room Akron is located at 348 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44311 in downtown Akron.
- From I-77: Take Exit 19B for Main St and head north.
- From Route 59: Follow signs toward Downtown Akron.
Parking Information
- Nearby Garages: Public parking available close by.
- Street Parking: Metered street parking along Main St.
We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early.
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Let Our Customer Service SHine
Last-minute change? Just say the word and we’ll take care of it for you.
Want to partner with our team?
Feel free to reach out and let’s create something amazing together.
Portable Escape Experience
The Great Escape Room On-The-Run event is racing across the nation! Our portable experience brings competitive puzzle-solving to your location. Here’s why it’s perfect for your group:
- Suitable for groups of 50+ with no maximum size
- Teams work together to solve clever puzzles
- Encourages out-of-the-box thinking
- Success isn’t guaranteed, but fun and team bonding are!
What Our Escapees Have To Say
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