Escape rooms for kids' birthday in Manchester

Looking for a birthday party the whole class will talk about? These 61 escape rooms in Manchester are designed for kids' parties — children's escape rooms, party rooms, and space for the whole group.

61 escape rooms
  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

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Underworld
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Underworld

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Join the epic adventure to defy Eris and escape the Underworld. With the gods missing, you are the last hope to restore order. Play your part, pay the Ferryman, and reclaim the world of the Living!

Unsolved
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Unsolved

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Invited to a dinner at Tutor Hall, an unexpected murder unfolds. Amp up your detective skills before the murderer strikes again! Unsolve or solve the mystery – your choice.

Through the Ages
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Through the Ages

  • 2-99 people12+210 min.

Embark on a captivating puzzle quest through Manchester's industrial canals and iconic city center! Uncover hidden gems and rich history, from Roman ruins to musical legends, while solving fun challenges. Perfect for friends, family, or colleagues seeking an interactive adventure!

  • 1-8 people6+60 min.

Dive into Lewis Carroll’s whimsical world at Z-arts, Manchester! Join an interactive adventure where families can imagine, explore, and create lasting memories in a magical setting. Unleash creativity and wonder in a play experience like no other!

Pirates Plague
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Pirates Plague

  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

Trapped in aquatic bodies, players must reach a mystical island, ward off enemies, unlock the secrets of an ancient temple, and reclaim their humanity before the transformation becomes eternal.

Prison Break
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Prison Break

  • 2-6 people10+60 min.

Trapped behind bars for a crime you didn't commit, you're a fallen officer with everything to lose. Outwit your captors, piece together the truth, and race against time to clear your name. It's a dangerous game of survival and vindication. Can you reclaim your freedom?

Contaminated!
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Contaminated!

  • 2-5 people12+20 min.

Chaos erupts in the lab as a deadly poison leaks. Racing against time, you must unlock the mystery, navigate perilous traps, and uncover secrets hidden in dusty tomes. Will you discover the antidote and save countless lives, or succumb to the nightmare within?

Beyond Medusa's Gate
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  • 2-4 people10+60 min.

Step into the breathtaking world of Beyond Medusa's Gate, set in the awe-inspiring re-creation of Ancient Greece from Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey. Embark on an epic quest filled with mystery, myth, and the allure of a bygone era. Are you ready for the adventure?

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Embark in a daring quest in ancient Japan. As trusted samurai, defeat an evil warlord amidst a crippling curse. Escape the dungeon, snatch the magic stone from his sword, all in an hour. Dare pay with a fate worse than death?

Mission Sigma
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Mission Sigma

  • 2-6 people10+60 min.

Join the elite squad on a high-stakes mission! Uncover hidden traps, outsmart a cunning villain, and dismantle a ticking nuclear warhead perched atop a high-rise. Time is running out—will you save the city from imminent disaster or watch it vanish?

The Experiment
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The Experiment

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

Unlock the future of technology with our cutting-edge compound. As the first to experience its unparalleled power, you'll push boundaries like never before. But can you handle the challenge and prove your mettle in this groundbreaking test?

Manor of Escape
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Manor of Escape

  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

Are you ready to brave the chilling halls of Count Malin's manor? Test your wits and nerves in 'Manor of Escape,' where spine-tingling puzzles and relentless creatures await. Can you unravel the mysteries and make it out alive, or will you become part of the manor's dark legend?

Heart of the Hive
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  • 2-99 people12+120 min.

Uncover Manchester's secrets on a puzzle-filled tour celebrating its diverse history. From 16th century polymaths to hidden gems, explore libraries, cathedrals, and the stories of unsung heroes. Solve riddles and discover surprises in an immersive city adventure.

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Immerse yourself in Wild West mayhem. You have just one hour to fix a rusty locomotive and escape East Victoria before the ruthless Bill French Gang arrive. Can you out-think and out-work your fate?

  • 2-8 people12+180 min.

Explore city secrets with The Secret City's treasure hunt games! Unravel clues on your phone, compete with friends & enjoy city highlights, best-kept secrets, and top cafes!

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Jump aboard a sinking pirate ship, grab your share of Blackbeard’s treasure, and escape within 60 minutes. Will you make it out or become shark bait?

The Orphanage
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The Orphanage

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

St Josephine’s Orphanage, a once grand Victorian property, is up for auction. Explore its potential for a state-of-the-art urban-living complex. Will you dare to walk its eerie halls?

  • 2-99 people12+120 min.

Explore Manchester's Northern Quarter like never before with an outdoor mystery walk that blends escape room puzzles with the artistic canvas of the city. Uncover public art, hidden sculptures, and vibrant murals while unraveling challenges and surprises in this cultural hotspot.

Huxley
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Huxley

  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

In the year 3007, the world has been overrun by machines, leaving humanity on the brink of extinction. As one of the last survivors, your mission is clear: assist HUXLEY in a daring virtual reality expedition. You have only 44 minutes to turn back the tide of the apocalypse.

Dragon Tower
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Dragon Tower

  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

Dive into a VR escape room adventure! Explore the alchemist's lab, face a virtual dragon, and work with friends to unravel the mystery. With unmatched immersion, teamwork and quick thinking are key. Can you beat the clock in this thrilling fantasy quest?

Wizard's Chest
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Wizard's Chest

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Unleash the magic within the ancient Wizards Chest, a vessel of pure power sealed with layers of enchantment. Only the brave and wise can conquer its puzzles and traps to unlock the mysteries within. Dare to venture where fate calls? Destiny awaits the worthy!

Top Secret
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Top Secret

  • 2-32 people12+60 min.

Amidst the chaos of 1941's World War II, a mysterious encrypted message falls into your hands. Dive deep into the secrets of wartime espionage, unravel the ciphers, and uncover the hidden truths. Are you ready to become the hero in this battle of wits and codes?

  • 3-5 people12+75 min.

Embark on a daring mission to liberate Lucardia from King Conroy's tyrannical reign! Join a valiant crew to infiltrate the castle and reclaim the enchanted crown. Armed with guild-supplied gear and insider help, can you overthrow the Mad King and restore peace?

  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

Embark on an epic VR adventure with Prince of Persia: The Dagger Of Time! Harness the incredible power of time control, where you can slow, stop, or rewind time to solve mind-bending puzzles in a captivating escape game like no other.

The Cereal Killer
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  • 2-6 people12+180 min.

Dive into the shadows of Manchester with 'The Cereal Killer' adventure! Navigate historic streets, unlock cryptic puzzles, and solve a gripping murder mystery. Can you uncover the truth behind the eccentric suspects and bring the cunning killer to justice?

  • 2-4 people10+60 min.

Step into a thrilling virtual world with Ubisoft’s VR Escape Room! Perfect for first-timers and escape room enthusiasts alike, venture into the mystery of the Lost Pyramid. Unravel secrets and challenges with your team. Exciting multiplayer experience awaits—book now for just £30!

Jungle Quest
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Jungle Quest

  • 1-6 people10+60 min.

While strolling in the park, you stumble upon a portal to a mysterious realm, teeming with vibrant wildlife and imposing landscapes. Trapped in this awe-inspiring sanctuary, your only escape lies in solving intricate puzzles and navigating the enigma of floating isles.

The Prison
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The Prison

  • 2-6 people12+60 min.

Join a team of hardened criminals, exploit a prison riot, and gamble with the ultimate risk: your freedom. Use skills, deception, and bribery to escape, or stay locked up forever!

Dead Man's Chest
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Dead Man's Chest

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Ahoy, treasure seekers! Once a fierce pirate, now a soul trapped in my own chest, cursed for eternity. Solve my secrets, free me, and claim the fabled Totem of immortality. Dare you unlock my hidden treasures?

The Last Vikings
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The Last Vikings

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Embark on a desperate journey to the halls of Norse gods, begging for their help. Can you summon them in time to save your Viking village from Ice Giants, or will the legends die?

Escape Pod
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Escape Pod

  • 2-7 people12+60 min.

A failing starship on a collision course, and time is running out! With sirens blaring and crew scattered, you must navigate obstacles, restore power, and plot a daring escape. Will you unlock the ship’s secrets before it’s too late, or face impending doom?

Red-Handed
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Red-Handed

  • 2-5 people10+60 min.

Scotland Yard's grip weakens on a suspect of a chilling murder mystery. As elite detectives, your mission is to unearth hidden evidence at his cabin. Time ticks away, and everything is not as straightforward as it seems. Sharpen your senses; the truth awaits in shadows.

Space Station Tiberia
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  • 2-4 people12+60 min.

Join the Space Station Tiberia crew to avert global disaster in a thrilling VR Escape Room! Experience unmatched immersion as up to 4 players tackle mind-bending puzzles with collaboration and quick thinking. Remember, time is not on your side!

Will Breaker
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Will Breaker

  • 2-6 people10+90 min.

Embark on a thrilling quest through Manchester to unravel the mysteries of your uncle's will. Starting at the Science and Industry Museum, the journey takes you along historic canals, revealing secrets and clues hidden in the heart of the city. Will you uncover the truth and claim your inheritance?

The Vault
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The Vault

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Join a syndicate plot. Infiltrate the Rebel Bank vault with your team, follow secret insider instructions, seize gold and gems before the day starts. Time is of the essence!

  • 2-6 people8+60 min.

Join the thrilling quest in Wonderland. With Alice gone, it's up to you to retrieve the Queen's stolen Tarts. Succeed within 60 minutes or face the consequences. Time's ticking, hurry!

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Can you prove yourself worthy of the boogie and escape from the disco? Collect disco balls, face challenges, and prevent a Murder! On the Dancefloor. Perfect for fun, celebration and first-timers.

  • 2-5 people12+60 min.

Unearth the forgotten tomb hidden deep within the Egyptian desert. Decipher the ancient book of Amun-Ra, and secure the most sacred artefact known to man. Danger lies ahead!

  • 2-8 people8+60 min.

Embark on an archaeological adventure in the Valley of the Kings, chasing legends of a lost Pharaoh and a golden artifact. Unravel untold mysteries while navigating the dangers that kept explorers at bay. Will you unlock untold stories or fall into eternal obscurity?

  • 2-8 people8+60 min.

In 2248, sentenced to a remote mining facility, your spacepirate crew faces new peril. Disaster strikes, and the USS Redemption spirals toward doom. With most crew gone, you must break free, reclaim control, and turn chaos into a daring escape. Will you seize your chance at freedom?

  • 2-4 people8+120 min.

Unravel the mystery behind the Gunpowder Plot's secret informant who saved Parliament from disaster. Embark on a journey through York's historic streets, uncover clues, and piece together the identity of the enigmatic figure who thwarted Guy Fawkes.

Children's Birthday in an Escape Room: How to Organize

An escape room is one of the best birthday ideas for children aged 6 and up: instead of just sitting around, kids become a team of detectives or wizards and embark on a real adventure. It's active, memorable, and — unlike a trampoline — works even with 12-year-olds.

Many venues in Manchester offer a special birthday package: a private escape room for the group, a decorated room for cake and gifts before or after the game, and discounts for large groups. Most rooms accommodate 2–6 children at a time — for a large guest list, ask about two parallel escape rooms or splitting into teams.

Choose a room based on age and theme: magic and treasure hunt escape rooms are a surefire hit, while older kids enjoy a light detective theme. Let the host know it's a birthday — they will adjust the clues so every child leaves a winner. Book in advance: daytime slots on weekends are the first to go.