Amsterdam Catacombs
Amsterdam Catacombs
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11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Neighborhood: Centrum
Amsterdam’s buzzing hub, with its sprawling network of tram rails and a seemingly constant flow of tourists and commuters, yields convenient access to some of the best sightseeing, shopping, and street life in Europe. Closest at hand are the Royal Palace, the quaint shops of Haalremmerdijk, the pedestrianized zones Kalverstraat and Dam Square with popular neighborhoods such as the Red Light District, and the Canal Ring hardly more than a moment’s stroll away. With the well-connected Centraal Station as Centrum’s base, it's easy to travel farther afield via one of the city’s iconic trams.
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- Amsterdam Centraal Station • 9 min walk
- Amsterdam Centraal • 9 min walk
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- Amanda T3 contributionsScared shitless but had the best timeThe rooms, props and effects were top notch. The actors were really into it and added to the experience. I was definitely scared shitless but fun nonetheless. No other escape room has been this great. It was in the basement of a church and had multiple roomsVisited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 7, 2023
- Holly P1 contributionCover and atmosphericFor the price tag of this experience, I had high expectations and I’m happy to say it didn’t disappoint. The puzzles were clever and well considered but not too difficult (my husband and I managed fine between us, although we are escape room enthusiasts so it might be harder for beginners). Some of them were the kind of mechanisms that are deceptively simple but often misfire in lesser escape rooms, but here everything worked seamlessly. I was impressed with both the concepts and the execution. However, what was really special was the stagecraft and the setting. It definitely gave us a few scares! My husband is a horror movie fan, so there were a few elements that really tickled his fancy on that front. Many thanks to the whole team for making it a special experience for us.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 22, 2023
- Eric Y1 contributionGreat Spooky Escape Room for Horror Fans!Fantastic experience at Amsterdam Catacombs! This was my first escape room, and my group said it probably might set the bar too high for any other escape rooms. Production value was superb, and the actors did a great job. Their dedication to characters right from the start really pulls you in from the opening minutes. The location and atmosphere also adds a lot to the experience. I highly recommend booking a late night slot when the street are empty. You know the experience was good when the group keeps talking about moments all night.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten October 26, 2023
- Jet378973565971 contributionGreat escape room with a mix of scary momentsAmazing escape room with a mix of horror experience. The puzzles are challenging but doable at the same time (if you are not too scared), the actors and actresses are doing a fantastic job by making you immersed into the story and guiding you through the process. The perfect escape room for if you want to have an challenging but scary experience! Also the professor that was guiding us ( don’t know if there are multiple), 10/10, would help this professor again.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten October 31, 2023
- G D1 contributionGreat and scary experienceGreat experience! The staff was really professional and helpful. The storyline was great and we were engaged in the investigation the whole time. If you want to have a fun and scary experience with your friends I highly suggest it ! Good job to the 2 guys taking care of the whole experience 😊Visited November 2023Traveled on businessWritten November 30, 2023
- Brian G15 contributionsUnique escape room experience in AmsterdamThis escape experience was unique and very well planned out. The props were well done and believable. The atmosphere was "authentic" and the actress/actor were amazing. It wasn't that scary so don't skip this one if your only somewhat jumpy because this one is worth it. Have to give a shoutout to our "teammate/guide" who did an amazing job. She was the bestVisited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 3, 2023
- Steven v1 contributionNot to be missed experience!I’m from Amsterdam and did the experience with my 17 year old daughter. It was simply amazing, the acting, the interior, the riddles, the attention for detail, the storyline…. Scary? Yes, absolutely! But to do this with my daughter, priceless!Visited January 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 13, 2024
- Luca G1 contributionBeware of the demonMe and my two brothers never did an escape room before and we can say this was quite THE experience. From the entry till the end it was a thrill. The staff was very into their role that it felt real. I can safely say that this was one of the scariest experiences I've ever had. The only remark we had was that it was hard to hear what was being said through the Walkie-talkie mostly because my brothers were screaming like their life depended on it.Visited January 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 20, 2024
- Travis w1 contributionWorld’s best escape gameAbsolutely amazing escape game! My family came to visit and we have done quite a few escape games in quite a few countries and this has to be the best we have ever seen! The hosts were perfect. Funny, scary, friendly, all while running around doing the behind the scenes stuff. Truly impressive.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 12, 2024
- Katarína C2 contributionsyeah, yeah, good oneThe Amsterdam Catacombs game makes you feel on edge! - in a good scary way. The majority of the puzzles are advanced, so you don't have to worry about having 'break time' somewhere in between :) perfect bonding activity that will linger on your mind for some time - even if you are aware it's all set you cannot escape the thrill!Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 14, 2024
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Monique W
2 contributions
May 2020
I must admit that I was skeptical about playing an online version and whether it would have the same immersive feeling of actually physically being there and playing the room ourselves, but these guys nailed it. The game was intense, and had me on the edge of my seat for the entire duration. Props to the game master and actors- you guys were incredible and made it totally immersive. The puzzles, atmosphere and attention to detail were mind-blowing and I look forward to playing your other room. Great job guys!
Written June 1, 2020
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LaurenAllery
Strood, UK181 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Visited with friends for a fun escape room experience but this is super unique. From the moment you arrive the experience begins and it’s quite creepy, recommend doing it at night if you can as it amps up the spookiness.
It’s quite different to a normal escape room, more story focussed and theatrical which made it very unique.
You do feel really safe, even if terrified at times 😅
Thank you to the actors and team behind the Amsterdam Catacombs, really excellent and highly recommend - particularly for groups of 4!
It’s quite different to a normal escape room, more story focussed and theatrical which made it very unique.
You do feel really safe, even if terrified at times 😅
Thank you to the actors and team behind the Amsterdam Catacombs, really excellent and highly recommend - particularly for groups of 4!
Written January 7, 2023
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Yan A
3 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
We had the pleasure of doing the virtual Amsterdam Catacombs experience from Los Angeles. It was fantastic, just the right mix of scary, suspense and humor thanks for our phenomenal hosts Coby and Semen. The experience is long (almost 2 hours) but moves at a very steady pace that has the user engaged at all times. There are some puzzles but the primary focus is the immersive theatre like experience provided by the hosts, who are passionate about the story and providing the best customer experience. We truly appreciated the fact that Amsterdam Catacombs has added time slots to cater to the USA and other international audience (it was 2AM Amsterdam time when we finished). If this pandemic ever ends we hope to visit Amsterdam again and try the live version. Thanks guys, we had an awesome time!
Written July 6, 2020
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Ashley P
San Diego, CA9 contributions
Jun 2020
So when I had never done an actual in person Escape Room, I was very excited to see a spooky sounding online option across the world. What a well done online experience! My partner and I loved the spooky vibes and solving the puzzles. We are already discussing plans to fly out when the pandemic is managed and going through the experience in person.
Written June 2, 2020
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Steffen
1 contribution
Nov 2022
Do you like puzzles, thrilling experiences and to immerse yourself in a story? We went to this escape room last Sunday and we were blown away by how much fun we had. I recommend becoming an actor yourself and pretend like its real, and you will have a unique experience unlike any other. Big thank you to the actors who carry this escape room to the next level. We were with 3 persons, and I think 3-4 people is the sweet spot if you want to have the best experience. It's not for the faint of heart, but most people should have no problems enjoying it. And if that's not interesting enough, I found a hidden secret that is placed there only for the puzzle experts, and not everyone can find.
Written December 2, 2022
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Morgan R
Nashville, TN6 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Like nothing I’ve ever experienced. The set design is phenomenal, like you’re truly living the experience. The staffs acting is through the roof, they craft a tension that is real and visceral. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you’re looking for an adventure like no other this is it! The staff all speak English fluently, this is very tourist friendly. Wish I lived closer to do it again and again!
Written March 7, 2020
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Julie L
2 contributions
May 2020
Because of the pandemic they made an option where you can guide someone through the catacombs via video call!
We got a live video feed and logged on from different countries to play as friends. Only two of us are in Amsterdam, so it was really cool to share this with friends not only in this country, but around the world. Our guide did a fantastic job acting while taking our directions, we felt quite responsible for his safety. The set design was great, and it really felt like we were helping a historian solve a mystery. A very haunted one!
We got a live video feed and logged on from different countries to play as friends. Only two of us are in Amsterdam, so it was really cool to share this with friends not only in this country, but around the world. Our guide did a fantastic job acting while taking our directions, we felt quite responsible for his safety. The set design was great, and it really felt like we were helping a historian solve a mystery. A very haunted one!
Written May 15, 2020
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Ana P
Switzerland11 contributions
Sep 2022
We decided to play this room very spontaneously because we thought we'd be too scared. And it is an understatement saying we were absolutely blown away. It was an immersive experience starting from the very moment we did ring the bell to enter a dark backyard of a church. And from that moment on you are guided through an experience you will never forget. The actors/game masters did an absolute great job until you are being brought back onto the street after the game.
Highly recommend playing when it is already dark - it makes it all even more complete.
The quality of the rooms, riddles, material, decoration was all just flawless - we would definitely even play this again. GREAT JOB!
Highly recommend playing when it is already dark - it makes it all even more complete.
The quality of the rooms, riddles, material, decoration was all just flawless - we would definitely even play this again. GREAT JOB!
Written October 9, 2022
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PlayerZer0
1 contribution
Jun 2020
Great experience!
The actor did a real nice job doing his own thing and following instructions. it didn't felt like it was all a setup.
the delay that the actor had, following the instructions, could be a bit of pain, but then again... the actor covered it up very nicely.
The puzzles weren't to hard, and because you are experiencing it from 1 perspective its not possiblpe to do things split up.
I think this was worth the money and we had a realy nice time.
The actor did a real nice job doing his own thing and following instructions. it didn't felt like it was all a setup.
the delay that the actor had, following the instructions, could be a bit of pain, but then again... the actor covered it up very nicely.
The puzzles weren't to hard, and because you are experiencing it from 1 perspective its not possiblpe to do things split up.
I think this was worth the money and we had a realy nice time.
Written June 21, 2020
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Chelcie
1 contribution
Jul 2020
Our group was able to experience this escape room virtually and we were all amazed by how well the room worked this way. Our virtual host was a great performer and I applaud their ability to listen to all of the directions from multiple people. We LOVED the room and the hosts. A lot of fun and overall marvelous experience.
Written July 26, 2020
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Sind die Rätsel auf Deutsch übersetzt oder ist die grundvoraussetzung das man perfekt English kann?
Written January 29, 2019
Diese Escape Room ist auf Englisch, ohne Deutsche Übersetzungen, aber perfektes Englisch ist kein "Muss". So lange du Sprache versteht und mit andern reden kann ist dein Englisch ausreichend. Die Schauspieler hilfen, falls die Sprache zu schwierig ist. :)
Written April 6, 2019
Hoi, ze hebben over claustrofobie maar is dat echt dat het super kleine kamers zijn? Of is t meer dat t donker is?
Written November 30, 2018
Hallo Cheryl, excuses voor de late reactie. De ruimtes zijn zeker niet klein hoor. Wel donker en spooky sfeer. Erg mooi en (spannend) leuk.
Zeker doen. Vriendelijke groet, Peter
Written December 4, 2018
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