Escape Games in France: 15 to Choose Between

1.Saw2 vs Squid Game – Escape Game Montpellier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 752 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60Our pick

Enter a private, Saw-themed escape room at 12 Rue Farges in Montpellier for about one hour of puzzles, fear, and timed decisions. The experience is offered in English, though French may still arise during play. It is restricted to ages 16 and older and suits groups seeking a tense, theatrical challenge rather than a relaxed sightseeing stop.

“Although in French the translator helped understand the essentials. It was very difficult to complete with 2 people”

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2.Prison Break – Escape game in Montpellier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 583 reviews · from $75

At 12 Rue Farges in central Montpellier, you and your private group have one hour to return to your cells and hide evidence of an escape attempt. Expect several realistic rooms, changing puzzles, staff guidance when needed, and a game suitable for ages 9 to 99. Mobile tickets, public transport access, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead make planning simple.

“Just amazing! It is very nice to do with friends”

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3.School of Magic – Escape game Montpellier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 536 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60

Enter a private, wizarding-school escape room at 12 Rue Farges in central Montpellier. You and your group solve magic-themed puzzles in about one hour, with a moderator available to guide first-time players. The room suits ages 8 or 9 and older, costs $60.46 per person, and accepts mobile tickets.

“Our moderator was very helpful as it was our first escape room, the room was very challenging and fun”

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4.Mission Possible – Escape game Montpellier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60

Step into a Tom Cruise-inspired spy mission at 12 Rue Farges in Montpellier. You and your private group have about one hour to solve riddles, avoid traps, and save the world. The room is offered in English, suits beginners, and includes interactive puzzles with optional help from the game animator.

“Great experience during the “Mission Possible” puzzles are possible, sometimes with a helping hand from the animator of the game!”

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5.Odéon Quiz Room

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 385 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $31

At Odéon Quiz Room, you and your group compete in a private TV-style quiz at 9 Rue Guénégaud. Expect accessible questions, changing rules, jokers, and plenty of friendly sabotage. Sessions last about an hour, are offered in English, and suit groups of 4 to 18, though the booking details also mention a 12-player limit.

“Was a bit skeptical at first. But as well started playing it was fun. Had to put our thinking cap on.”

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6.Who Killed Victor ? Escape Game at Père Lachaise Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 258 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Join a two-hour murder mystery at Père Lachaise Cemetery, where guides such as Max, Prince, or Kara lead you through clues, riddles, and stories about the cemetery’s famous residents. You will use a paper plan, work as a team, and explore much of the cemetery in English or French. Children under eight cannot participate.

“Very knowledgeable guide, sharing a number of interesting anecdotes Really a nice way to discover the Père Lachaise Cemetery A nice place to discover, not too crowded We had a really great time with the family”

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7.Escape game in Montmartre

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · from $41

Explore Montmartre through a two-hour outdoor escape game led by a local game master such as Jules, Sacha, Jeanne, or Ewen. Solve clues at Sacré-Coeur, Place du Tertre, La Maison Rose, the vineyard, and lesser-known corners. Expect cultural stories, gentle help when needed, optional free photos, and a possible surprise gift.

“William, our tour guide - Escape Game director, was the best part of our tour! He met us in the rain on a very chilly morning with a great smile and fun rapport. My friend and I were the only two in attendance, so we basically had our very Read more”

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8.Outdoor Escape Game in Étretat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31

Explore Étretat through a two-hour outdoor escape game built around clues, local stories, the cliffs, and the beach. Choose an independent version using a mobile device, or arrange the VIP format with a guide who meets you in town and explains the puzzles and history. Bring walking shoes and rain gear.

“Learned a lot about the city and history of the area. Fantastic tour guide Julie. Challenging but accessible clues. We won!”

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9.Escape Hunt Paris, Escape Game

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

At Escape Hunt Paris, your private group spends about 60 minutes solving puzzles in a carefully decorated escape-room setting at 5 Rue de Hanovre. The activity is offered in English, with a helpful host guiding the session. Choose your difficulty carefully, especially if this is your first escape game.

“The Lady who hosted us was very professional, very sweet, and very helpful. We booked a hard game so we didnt finish on time( we never tried escape rooms before) ,but we genuinely enjoyed the experience ! we are definitely coming back with a bigger group to try an easier escape room, then build up from there :)”

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10.Private Quiz Room Game Session in Aix en Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · from $14

Bring 4 to 15 players to Quiz Room Aix-en-Provence for two private, TV-style quiz games lasting about 30 to 40 minutes each. Expect colorful staging, buzzers, jokers, changing rules, and questions designed for mixed abilities. Staff members including Quentin, Sonia, Richard, and Aylin help guide the session.

“We had a great time, the only downside? It's going too fast! I'd definitely come back. Thank you to Quentin for his welcome!Auto-translated”

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11.escape game in the Vieux Lyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 95 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Explore Vieux-Lyon through a two-hour outdoor escape game led in English or French by a costumed game master such as Alice, Jean Benoît, or Romane. Solve 15 riddles around Saint-Jean Cathedral, traboules, gardens, and historic squares. Children and adults get suitable versions, with free photos and Lyon-made sweets at the finish.

“Très bon escape game qui permet d'apprendre plein de choses sur le vieux Lyon et ses secrets ! notre guide Alice a su rendre le jeu très vivant et ludique.”

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12.Louvre Guided Treasure Hunt for Families and Kids

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · 2 hours

Guide your family through the Louvre on a two-hour private treasure hunt. Children ages 3 to 6 or 7 to 12 receive age-matched activity booklets and clues, while your English-speaking guide brings the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo, and Victory of Samothrace to life. Meet by Louis XIV’s statue near the glass pyramid.

“Justine was absolutely amazing! Worth every penny! What a fun way for kids to love and learn about museums!”

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13.The force to escape – Escape game in Montpellier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · from $75

Join a pacifist royal family fleeing planet Icarro 8 before Emperor Tinepalpa’s blockade closes in. At 12 Rue Farges in Montpellier, your private group has 60 minutes to infiltrate a cargo ship, solve galactic puzzles, and reach the resistance. The room suits beginners and experienced players, with mobile tickets and possible group discounts.

“Very kind. It was a really nice experience and we had a lot of fun.”

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14.“Old Marseille” district tour and treasure hunt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 2h 30m · from $33

Join Eric D. for a 150-minute walk through Marseille’s Old Port and Le Panier. Using his custom riddle booklet, you’ll follow clues tied to street names, monuments, façades, and urban details, then finish near Fort Saint-Jean. The 4.5-kilometer route suits families with children age six and up.

“Interesting way to learn about the city, its origins and acquaint tourists with ambling streets.”

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15.Lille Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $11

Use the Explorial app to explore Lille on foot, following clues to places such as Lille Grand Palais, Palais Rihour, Place aux Oignons, Îlot Comtesse, and the Colonne de la déesse. Solve questions, complete photo challenges, and pause whenever you like. The private game lasts about one to two hours and is offered in English.

“Explorial showed us how special is Lille. I recommend the experience, perfect to visit this awnsome city.”

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