I’ll admit it — I was skeptical the first time someone suggested an escape room in Wellington as a Saturday night activity. I mean, why would I pay to get locked in a room and solve puzzles under pressure?
Turns out, it was one of the best experiences I’ve had in the city.
Here’s why escape rooms are totally worth it:
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???? It’s way more immersive than you think
These aren’t just puzzles taped to a wall. A great Wellington escape room feels like walking into a movie — the atmosphere, the sounds, the storyline... it’s next level. -
???? You have to work together
You quickly find out who in your group is the logic thinker, the leader, the wildcard, or the one shouting out random answers (me, mostly). It’s teamwork on turbo mode. -
⏱️ There’s a real adrenaline rush
Something about the countdown clock, the slightly creepy lighting, and the final combination lock that stands between you and freedom — it’s addictive.
So, where should you go?
After trying a couple of places, Scapegoats was the one that really stuck with me (pun intended). It’s hands-down the most engaging escape room Wellington has to offer.
What I loved about it:
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Locally designed storylines (no generic overseas copy-paste rooms)
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Beautifully themed sets with clever detail
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Staff that clearly love what they do — it shows
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Challenges that make you think, not just guess
Pro tips for your first time:
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Don’t overthink it — simple solutions are often the right ones.
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Communicate everything, even if it seems silly.
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Assign someone to keep track of clues and opened locks.
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Laugh it off if you fail — most teams don’t escape the first time!
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking to break out of the ordinary (literally), a visit to a Wellington escape room might just be the adventure you didn’t know you needed.
Bring your friends, bring your thinking cap, and prepare to be surprised by how much fun getting “trapped” can be.
????️ Ready to book? Check out Scapegoats Escape Room Wellington — and maybe I’ll see you in the next mission!