Hungary · ESCAPE ROOMS & GAMES
Budapest more or less invented the modern escape room, and the city still has the cellars for it. The 4 below are compared on difficulty, group size, language and price, with the horror ones clearly flagged.
Spend 60 minutes at Balta Dobálás in central Budapest, learning axe throwing from an English or Hungarian-speaking instructor before playing competitive games. You get your own lane, safety briefing, separated throwing areas, and the chance to try ninja stars and other throwing tools. Bring ID, wear comfortable clothes, and arrive sober.
“This was so much fun, never expected that! The hour went by so fast”
Enter Budapest’s Nightmare for a 25 to 35-minute English-language horror show. Actors lead groups of up to six through themed rooms, dark corridors, tasks, and labyrinths across 400 square meters. Expect sudden scares, physical interaction, and changing horror characters. Book a time by email or phone before arriving.
“Very scary, but was so much fun! Actors were great and we would 100% recommend for anyone visiting Budapest.”
At LockedMeIN Escape Rooms in central Budapest, you and up to five companions tackle a private, English-language puzzle game. Expect a themed story, several rooms, riddles, teamwork tasks, and a one-hour time limit. Choose from games such as Avengers, Marvel, Joker, or wizard-themed adventures when available.
“We've done almost 100 escape rooms all over the world, but this experience was by far the worst ever! The advertising promises best in class escape rooms, but compared to other companies in budapest this simply isnt worth the money. Pieces of broken mirror (which was used as decoration) were just left in the corner of the room.”
You and 1 to 5 companions get 90 minutes to solve puzzles in Monica’s kitchen, Joey and Chandler’s apartment, and Central Perk. The private game needs no show expertise, offers help in English or Hungarian, and includes one drink per person plus a Polaroid group photo.
“if you are a fan of the series friends it is very nice interesting and funny also suitable for kids”
Pick a riverbank, a bathhouse or a cellar.
