If you love escape rooms as much as I do, you know there’s nothing quite like the thrill of cracking a tough puzzle just before the clock runs out. Every time I travel, I make it a mission to try an escape room—it’s the perfect way to challenge myself, bond with friends or family, and experience a country’s creativity firsthand.
Taiwan has some of the best escape rooms I’ve ever tried, and the good news? Many of them are English-friendly! Whether you’re into spooky mysteries, high-tech adventures, or mind-bending logic puzzles, there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for a fun group activity while traveling in Taiwan, here are nine incredible escape rooms you won’t want to miss!
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What is an Escape Room?
In an escape room, you and your team are “locked” in an immersive, themed environment with a unique storyline—ranging from horror and adventure to history and sci-fi. Inside, you’ll encounter hidden clues like props, symbols, and codes, all designed to challenge your observation, problem-solving, and logical thinking skills. Some rooms even feature live actors to heighten the experience!
Most escape rooms have a time limit of 60 to 90 minutes. If you don’t escape in time, you fail the challenge—but don’t worry, you won’t be stuck inside forever! You’ll typically have a walkie-talkie or some form of communication with the staff, so if you get stuck, you can ask for hints.
For Me, Escape Rooms Are Perfect for Groups
While you might hit a mental block on your own, escape rooms are usually played in teams of 2-8 people. Escape rooms are designed for teamwork, encouraging collaboration and problem-solving, making it a perfect activity for friends, couples, or even corporate team-building events.
Escape Rooms in Taiwan: What to Expect
Escape rooms have become super popular in Taiwan, with plenty of options in cities like Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Tainan, and Hualien. Each room offers immersive set designs and diverse themes to suit all preferences. But here’s the catch—most rooms are primarily in Chinese.
You can also let the staff know your preferences when booking. For beginners, it’s a good idea to choose an easier room to get the hang of things (jumping into a super challenging room right away might be frustrating). If you’re not into scary themes, ask the staff if they have lighter, less intense options—since many rooms lean towards thrilling or horror genres.
Tips for First-Timers
- Choose Wisely: Beginners should start with easier rooms to get the hang of things. Jumping into a super challenging room might be frustrating.
- Know Your Preferences: Not a fan of horror? Let the staff know—many rooms lean towards thrilling or spooky themes, but lighter options are often available.
- Ask for Hints: Don’t hesitate to ask for hints if you get stuck—it’s all part of the fun!
While many escape rooms in Taiwan cater to Chinese speakers, some popular spots offer English support. Before booking, check if they provide:
- English versions of clues, puzzles, and instructions
- English-speaking staff for hints and rule explanations
If you’re playing with Chinese-speaking friends, they can help with translations to ensure you don’t miss out on key details.
Ready to Play?
In this guide, we’re highlighting escape rooms in Taiwan that offer English options. But keep in mind—while some places provide English game materials, the staff might only speak Chinese, especially when giving hints or explaining the rules. So it’s best to have at least one Chinese-speaking friend with you!
Taipei Escape Room Recommendations
1. Limitless Escape Room
Limitless Escape Room offers full bilingual support, making it super friendly for non-Chinese speakers. Both the game and the booking website are available in English and Chinese, and you can easily reserve your spot online. The location is also convenient—just a 3-minute walk from MRT Gongguan Station.
They currently offer two themes: the thrilling detective mystery “The Warrant” and the intense “Prison Break.”
- The Warrant is set in an abandoned apartment where a murder may have occurred. You’ll need to use a search warrant to uncover the dark secrets inside.
- Prison Break has you infiltrating a prison to find confidential information, only to get caught and imprisoned—you’ll need to work together to escape.
If you’re not a fan of spooky themes, Prison Break is the less scary option.
- Address: 3F-3, No. 188, Section 3, Tingzhou Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
- English-Friendly: ✓✓✓
- Price: NTD 500 per person
- Website: limitlessescaperoom.com
2. LOST Taiwan
Lost Taiwan has three branches in Taipei—Ximen, Zhongxiao, and Taipei Station—all easily accessible by MRT. Their official website supports both English and Chinese, and you can book directly online.
Each branch offers five different themed rooms:
- Ximen: Castiglione, Nemesis, Alcatraz, Exodus, Level 6
- Zhongxiao: Mausoleum, Tetrabiblos, Key of Solomon, The Walled City, Stolen
- Taipei Station: The Apollo Project, Tangata Manu, Sherlock Holmes: The Russian Royal Treasure, Charles Babbage, M16
- Addresses:
- LOST Ximen: 6F, No. 4, Chengdu Road, Wanhua District, Taipei (MRT Ximen Exit 1)
- LOST Zhongxiao: 5F, No. 169-1, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Da’an District (MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua Exit 1)
- LOST Taipei Station: 7F, No. 30, Xuchang Street, Zhongzheng District, Taipei (MRT Taipei Main Station Exit M6)
- English-Friendly: ✓✓✓
- Price: NTD 600 per person
- Website: losttw.com
3. Funlock Studio
Located in Taipei’s Zhongshan District, Funlock Studio currently offers two themes with English versions: “Inari” and “Aladdin.” When booking, be sure to mention that you need the English version. Reservations can be made through their website, but the site is only in Chinese, which might be tricky for non-Chinese speakers.
While the game materials and puzzles are available in English, the staff will only speak Chinese during the briefing, hints, and debriefing, so it’s best to bring a Chinese-speaking friend along.
Pricing varies depending on group size:
- Regular price: NTD 650 per person
- Weekdays: NTD 600 per person
- 3 players: NTD 550 per person
- 4-5 players: NTD 500 per person
- 6 players: NTD 425 per person
Check out here:
- Address: 7F-4, No. 112, Section 2, Zhongshan North Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
- English-Friendly: ✓
- Price: NTD 425-650 per person
- Website: funlockstudio.com
4. Miss Game
Miss Game currently has eight branches, but only some themes in four of their venues have English versions available:
- Ximending: “Prison Break,” “Pharaoh”
- Dazhi: “Miss M: Desperate Diffusion”
- Xingtian Temple: “Path of Exile”
- Songshan Cultural and Creative Park: “Goblet of Soul: WONDERLAND”
Their booking website has an English interface, making it convenient to book online. However, after booking, you’ll need to email them (email address available on their official website) to request the English version of the game. The English versions provide game props and puzzles in English, but staff generally only speak Chinese. If you need hints, they might give simple answers in English, which could be disappointing for players who prefer subtle clues.
Note: There is a minimum age requirement of 12, so it’s not recommended for children under 12. Prices vary depending on the theme and group size, ranging from NTD 400-900 per person.
- Address: 7F-4, No. 112, Section 2, Zhongshan North Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City (Ruixing Building), Taipei, Taiwan 11143
- English-friendly: ✓✓
- Price: NTD 400-900/pax
- Website: Miss Game
5. Stupidparticle
Stupid particle’s Nanjing East Road flagship location offers English versions for two themes:
- Dejavu
- Breakfree2
These themes provide English game props and puzzles, but the introductions, endings, and hints are delivered in Chinese. While staff will try to communicate, if there are difficulties, they might give away the answers directly, potentially affecting the game experience. It’s recommended to have at least one Chinese-speaking friend with you.
Their booking website is only in Chinese, which can make the process a bit tricky. It’s best to contact them via Facebook for assistance with both booking and requesting the English version.
- Address: 9F, No. 399, Section 5, Nanjing East Road, Songshan District, Taipei City
- English-friendly: ✓
- Price: NTD 700/pax
- Website: Stupidparticle
Escape Rooms in Kaohsiung
6. Mystoto
Mystoto is an escape room in Kaohsiung that offers full English versions for both the games and the booking website, making it very convenient for non-Chinese-speaking visitors. You can view room descriptions and book directly through their well-designed website. Their official website is also well-designed and easy to use. With a store that pays such close attention to these details, you can bet their escape rooms won’t disappoint!
They currently have five themes available:
- Check-Inn Only
- The Depths Below
- Encapsulated
- Pharaoh’s Gloom
- Burn to Death
Prices vary by theme:
- NTD 500/pax for “Check-Inn Only” and “The Depths Below”
- NTD 600/pax for “Encapsulated,” “Pharaoh’s Gloom,” and “Burn to Death”
- Address: B1F, No. 2, Zhonghua 4th Road, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City
- English-friendly: ✓✓✓
- Price: NTD 500-600/pax
- Website: Mystoto
7. Freeing
Freeing offers three fully English themes:
- Game World
- Mission Incredible
- Dark Souls
However, their website doesn’t have an English interface, making booking more challenging. It’s recommended to contact them via Facebook to arrange bookings and request the English versions.
Prices differ between weekdays and weekends, ranging from NTD 300-450.
- Address: 3F, No. 155, Xintian Road, Xinxing District, Kaohsiung City 800
- English-friendly: ✓
- Price: NTD 300-450/pax
- Website: Freeing
Escape Rooms in Tainan
8. Doorsss
Located in Tainan, Doorsss offers three themes suitable for non-Chinese speakers:
- Stone Age(石器时代): No text or numbers, only symbols, making it a unique, language-free experience.
- Bloody Hospita(嗜血病院)l: English hints can be provided, but this is a highly difficult and horror-themed room with a low success rate.
- Roman Bathhouse 2(穿越罗马浴场2): Contains minimal Chinese text. If at least one team member can read Chinese, they can assist with translations. It’s a fun, lighthearted theme.
Hints are given in Chinese, so at least one Chinese-speaking player is recommended. Doorsss doesn’t offer online booking on their website; you’ll need to call or message them via Facebook for reservations. Pricing is session-based rather than per person:
- NTD 1599 per session on weekdays
- NTD 1999 per session on weekends (up to 8 players per session)
- Address: 6F, No. 101, Section 1, Beimen Road, West Central District, Tainan City
- English-friendly: ✓
- Price: NTD 1599/game (weekday) / NTD 1999/game (weekend)
- Website: Doorsss
9. Tint.game
Tint.game offers only one English-themed room, Green Hat, but all staff communication during the game is in Chinese. It’s recommended to have at least one Chinese-speaking player. Online reservations can be made through their website, though the site doesn’t have an English interface, which might make it a bit challenging to navigate.
Pricing:
- Weekdays: NTD 500 per person
- Weekends: NTD 3000 per session (up to 6 players)
- Address: 2F, No. 108, Yucheng Road, North District, Tainan City
- English-friendly: ✓
- Price: NTD 500/pax (weekday) / NTD 3000/game (weekend)
- Website: Tint.game
Conclusion & Tips
- Book in advance: Popular escape rooms fill up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. Reserve via official websites or phone calls, and confirm that you need the English version when booking.
- Group size matters: Most escape rooms require at least 2 people, with some needing a minimum of 4. If your group doesn’t meet the required number, your booking may be canceled.
- Time management: Games typically last 60-90 minutes. Discuss clues with teammates promptly to avoid wasting time.
- Age restrictions: Some rooms have age limits. Horror-themed rooms are not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, claustrophobia, or night blindness.
Rules: Eating, photography, and recording are usually prohibited. Check with staff if you’d like to take photos. Some themes involve climbing, crawling, or rolling, so wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
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