Escape Rooms Near Dublin, Ohio
Dublin has Bridge Park, great restaurants, and easy access to everything. What it doesn't have is an escape room with genuine atmosphere and a story worth telling. For that, you drive 30 minutes north to Crooked Cottage in Delaware, Ohio — and the drive is absolutely worth it.
Crabtree Manor — Built for Dublin
Dublin visitors tend to gravitate toward Crabtree Manor — and it makes sense. This is a Victorian murder mystery set inside a meticulously crafted manor, rich with period detail, layered storytelling, and puzzles that reward the kind of attention to detail that Dublin professionals bring to everything they do. There is a real, full-size casket inside the room. The story surrounding it is yours to unravel.
Crabtree Manor accommodates up to 12 players, making it ideal for corporate outings from the Dublin business corridor, group date nights at Bridge Park, or any occasion where you want an experience that feels genuinely cinematic rather than formulaic. Every booking is completely private — your group, the room, and sixty minutes on the clock.
Book Crabtree ManorAll Five Rooms
Crabtree Manor is our top recommendation for Dublin groups, but all five rooms are available for private booking — each with its own world, atmosphere, and challenge.
Crabtree Manor
A Victorian murder mystery with a real full-size casket, rich period atmosphere, and puzzles that reward attention to detail. Our most theatrical room.
Up to 12 players
View roomHouse in the Woods
An isolated cabin with a deeply unsettling past. Suspenseful, atmospheric, and connected to a larger story that runs through the Crooked Cottage universe.
Up to 8 players
View roomJoyce's Dollhouse
A paranormal investigation built around real unexplained events in this building. A real name was found sealed inside the wall during renovation. Scare level 6/10.
Up to 6 players
View roomMayan Temple
An Indiana Jones-style adventure. Break into an ancient temple, steal the treasure, and escape before time runs out. Green lasers, atmospheric fog, physical puzzles.
Up to 6 players
View roomWizarding University
Opening July 2026. A magical academy experience unlike anything else in central Ohio — booking opens soon.
Up to 6 players
Join the waitlistGetting Here from Dublin
From Bridge Park or central Dublin, take US-33 East to US-23 North — you'll be in downtown Delaware in about 30 minutes. Free parking directly at the building on S Sandusky St.
Pricing
Starting at $43.00 per person for 2 players, $39.00 per person for 3–4 players, and $35.00 per person for 5 or more players.
Corporate rate: $34.40 per person (20% off). Groups of 25 or more receive an additional 15% off at $29.24 per person. Learn more about corporate events.
Planning a birthday? Every birthday booking includes an exclusive swag bag for the guest of honor — a $50 value curated by our partner shop Raven's Cauldron around their zodiac sign. Learn more.
Gift cards available. Learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Crooked Cottage from Dublin?
About 30 minutes via US-33 East to US-23 North. It's a straightforward drive with free parking directly at the building when you arrive in downtown Delaware.
Which room is best for Dublin groups?
Crabtree Manor is our top recommendation — a Victorian murder mystery with a full-size casket, rich storytelling, and puzzles that reward attention to detail. It accommodates up to 12 players, making it well suited for corporate outings or larger group events.
Do you offer corporate team building for Dublin businesses?
Yes — corporate groups receive 20% off at $34.40 per person, with an additional 15% off for groups of 25 or more ($29.24 per person). We can accommodate up to 38 players across all five rooms simultaneously. Learn more about corporate events.
Are bookings private?
Your group is private. We never put you with strangers. Every booking is exclusive to your group — no one else will be added to your session regardless of room capacity.
Do you accept walk-ins?
Online booking required. We do not accept walk-ins. Book in advance at the link above to reserve your time slot.
Is there anything to do in Delaware after our session?
Downtown Delaware has great independent dining and is a short, easy walk from our building. Raven's Cauldron — our partner crystal and gift shop at 6 N Sandusky St — is worth a visit before or after your session.