Manchester Escape Rooms
Urban adventures bringing the secrets of Manchester to life.
- Work together to solve fun challenges & puzzling clues Perfectly balanced & location-based.
- Guided by clues sent to your phones Messages sent to you and your team's phones.
- Explore Manchester's historic landmarks and hidden gems Our speciality, discovering and showing off amazing places!
- Discover top-rated pubs, bars and cafes Optional breaks to catch a rest along the way.
- Compete Set the fastest time and see you ranking on your end certificate. for top spot on the Manchester leaderboard
Next Steps
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- 1. Select your game, pick a trail of your choice and receive your welcome email.
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- 2. Rally your team and enter a team name and phone number(s) into the system.
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- 3. Receive your welcome text, then head to the start location on a day and time of your choice.
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- 4. Text START to receive the first in a series of cryptic directions. Solve the puzzles to unravel your mystery.
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- 5. Discover unique places, the secret and hidden of your city - and great independant pubs/cafes!
Don't have a great time?
Simply let us know why and we'll refund you in full.
CityDays Manchester Hunts
Each hunt explores a different area of city in one of two ways. Our classic treasure hunts & scavenger hunts use puzzle-filled directions to guide players to exciting new sights. Our Story trails do all this with the added bonus of an immersive story on top - play the main character and relive a tale from the city's past or experience a story all your own.
Through the Ages
change the date, time, number of people or game.
Heart of the Hive
Northern Quarter Nooks
Action-packed Manchester escape rooms in Manchester
How the Manchester days out work
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Discover Manchester's secret places
- Experience Manchester's unique places and share stories in independent pubs & cafes, curated for each Manchester Manchester escape room.
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Fun challenges
- Engaging puzzles and captivating stories reveal Manchester in a new light.
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Play together or competitively
- Work as a team or compete head-to-head to set the fastest time on our Manchester leaderboard.
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Fully flexible bookings
- Alter your booking freely; change the date, time, number of people or chosen Manchester Manchester escape room. Even stop and start once you've begun.
Fun activity for all groups
Manchester escape room Reviews
The great things our customers have to say about CityDays Manchester escape rooms
SameLeon
We did the Greenwich adventure and we really enjoyed. We saw places that we would have not probably never seen and lear…
Rumors Got A Boyfwend
An amazing day out! Great clues and so fun to explore the city in a unique way!
The K Team
Amazing day! We really, really enjoyed the whole day!! The game was so clever! The only thing was, one of the clues (a …
Burlesque
We had a brilliant time. Saw lots of London that we have not seen before. Already booking the next one.
Team NT
We had a blast exploring the city. Such a fun way to see discover London and learn some of the history. The cryptic clu…
Penny Dreadfuls
Mum and I LOVED our time out in York, exploring bits we don't think we'd have noticed without CityDays guiding us there…
Jenny
We did like the quest very much! The interface was easy to use and was helpful.My wife really loved the dog fountain an…
DJ's
Fab way to get to know the city better. Clues were easy to follow whilst making you take in things you've never noticed…
Big Three O
We had a great afternoon. The clues were enough of a challenge to make it fun- but not too hard! We loved the walk and …
Tabitha Peat
Great experience. Had way more fun than I was expecting and got quite competitive!
JerseySpuds
Really good clues and learnt new things so it parts of London. Great fun!!
cheeky buggas
It’s soooo fun
Sanlo
We had a great day in Brighton! We have been there before but did not know such incredible streets and little squares e…
Margaretta Pirates
Honestly, I did not know what to expect from this experience. I booked it as a mystery day to surprise my mom and siste…
Team McReady
A great day out with clues that were not too easy and not too difficult. Would recommend!
Muppets
Just the right amount of information when clues are solved. Stops are important. How about some images with the trivi…
Odyssey
We had a brilliant day together, great fun as a group, and even the seasoned Londoners saw sights they'd never seen bef…
The Shaws
Great day out for a family of 4 (22 and 17yr old) we all thoroughly enjoyed it, Greenwich is stunning thank you
Bros from other hoes
We booked Clause & Effect for our family when they were visiting from the South West and had the best time (and scran!)…
S'us
Wonderful fun! Trail was well thought out and just difficult enough to give our brains a work out as well as our legs.
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Your Manchester Escape Room - Your Way
Burst free from bricks and mortar with a CityDays Manchester escape room!
For too long, the curious, quick-witted and creative brains of Manchester have been trapped behind doors, bound to opening hours and confined by four walls and oppressive ceilings.
But not anymore!
At CityDays, we create escape rooms in Manchester and around the world that reveal more than just your competitive streak.
You still get all the puzzles, riddles, cryptic clues and challenges of a traditional escape room – but instead of being cooped up inside, we take the games outdoors.
No doors. No ceilings. No specific time slots. No hassle.
Our Escape Rooms Manchester: An Outdoor Extravaganza
Since our Manchester escape “rooms” are held outdoors, they’re “built” slightly differently. After all, since there are no physical barriers to get through or doors to unlock, you might be wondering what the object of the game is…
Well, it’s really very simple.
You and your team start at a chosen location (depending on which trail you pick).
From there, you have to complete a set of tasks, puzzles and riddles, deciphering clues to take you to your next location, sent to your phone(s) via WhatsApp. If you don’t give us the right answer, you can’t move on in the game!
When you’ve sent us the correct answer, you’ll be given new clues and challenges to lead you to your next destination. Each location is located a short walking distance away, and may require you to keep your eyes peeled for possible clues along the way…
Once you’ve answered all our clues, visited all the destinations and completed the trail, we’ll tally up your score. This is based on how many correct answers you got, any time penalties you accrued, and how many hints you asked for.
CityDays’ Outdoor Escape Rooms in Manchester
We’ve been creating outdoor escape rooms in Manchester (and the rest of the world!) for over five years now, so we know a thing or two about what makes a good one.
But our escape rooms aren’t about us - they’re about you and your code-cracking team.
In our opinion, the best escape rooms in Manchester are ones where you're in charge.
That’s why we put the decision-making back in your hands, so you and your friends, families, colleagues or whoever can play, compete, and test your skills in the great outdoors, whenever you want, with whoever you want. Here’s a breakdown of what that means…
You decide when you play: Whenever you’re ready, we’re ready. You don’t need any previous experience, knowledge or equipment*. There’s only one real caveat to that: we recommend that you play during daylight hours (it’s hard to spot hidden clues in the dark!). Otherwise, it’s up to you!
Take breaks, if you want: Don’t worry, we won’t penalise you if you want to stop and enjoy a drink halfway through your Manchester escape room experience. In fact, we encourage you to! We add recommended pub and café stops along the way so you know where your nearest watering hole is. When you’re ready to resume the game, just let us know.
Go at your own pace: Race to the end or take your time deciphering clues, whatever works for you. If you have a big group, we recommend splitting up and going head-to-head. Contact us if you have any queries!
*All you need to play our games is a phone with Whatsapp or Telegram, access to cellular data and a pair of comfy shoes. That’s it!
Any questions? Here’s how it works.
CityDays’ Escape Room Manchester City Centre
Our escape rooms in Manchester are all based around the city centre - so whether you’re a local or a visitor, you can easily find the start location for your game and start playing!
Each route is set in a particular area or suburb and contains a mix of puzzles, challenges, clues and more. Here’s a breakdown of our available games in Manchester…
The Best Escape Rooms in Manchester
Heart of The Hive
Experience Manchester like never before in an exciting outdoor escape room adventure.
More than just a game, this Manchester escape room is a journey through time, celebrating the city’s iconic worker bee spirit. Embark on a thrilling and cryptic escape room in Manchester, exploring the city's rebellious spirit and unsung heroes.
Solve intriguing puzzles and uncover hidden secrets at iconic landmarks such as Chetham's Library and the John Rylands Library. Enjoy the vibrant street life, and stop at highly recommended great pubs, and cafes along the way.
Perfect for those seeking a fun, inspiring, and uniquely outdoor urban exploration, this outdoor escape room in Manchester city centre is ideal for puzzle lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and competitive, curious teams!
Northern Quarter Nooks
Explore Manchester's epic Northern Quarter, where the charm of Manchester's streets meets the thrill of puzzle-solving in an outdoor escape room adventure.
Once a bustling textile hub, this area now bursts with culture, featuring public art, hidden sculptures, and colourful murals. This outdoor escape room takes you on a journey through these artistic streets, where you’ll have to decode the history behind a whimsical pet shop owner, a haunted pub with a story spanning 40 miles, poignant memorials, and creatively lit lamps.
Filled with puzzles, challenges, and discoveries around great pubs and cafes, this experience is perfect for groups seeking an immersive and competitive dive into one of Manchester's most vibrant districts, unveiling its rich history and artistic heartbeat.
Through The Ages
Embark on a thrilling outdoor escape room journey through Manchester's grand city centre and historic canals.
This puzzle-packed adventure weaves through the city's fascinating history, from its Roman roots to its vibrant music scene. Uncover the stories behind landmarks like the ancient Castlefield, the Science and Industry Museum, and St John's Gardens. Marvel at the Opera House, delve into Rylands Library, and stroll along Rochdale Towpath to the Kimpton Clocktower and the Alan Turing Memorial.
Expect a trail filled with intriguing puzzles, hidden gems, and delightful surprises, including stops at great pubs and cafes. Ideal for friends, families, or colleagues seeking a fun day out, this unique experience lets you engage with Manchester's lesser-known splendours and captivating riddles. Dive into the underappreciated grandeur of this magnificent city in a way like no other!
