The Ocala Escape
The Ocala Escape
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Wednesday
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday
1:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Ocala Escape is Ocala's Premier Escape Room Experience! You have 60 minutes to escape from an immersive room where you’ll take part in the story of your choosing. Choose your story. Work as a team. Take chances. Look for an escape... but will you find it? The Ocala Escape offers 3, immersive and engaging, escape room experiences. All scenarios are private. Reservations must be made on our website and are required. The Ocala Escape is only staffed when there are bookings."
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Stephen B
5 contributions
Feb 2020
Most of our group had been to an escape room before, so we knew what to expect. I have to say that we needed help along the way, but made it through in time. It was fun and challenging. When we got out to take our picture, the manager began scolding us, in front of another party that was coming in. We were shocked by his immature rant and thought he was joking. We found he was not. We left there with very bad feelings for his unprofessional actions and can say for all that we will never be back.
Written March 1, 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are in the business of "fun" and it sounds like we failed. We want everyone to walk away with the memory of a great and fun experience.
I'm extremely disappointed this happened and would like to make things right.
Please contact me personally at:
Cory@theocalaescape.com or
(352) 448-6976 ext. 700
Once again, I'm very sorry for this experience and look forward to making things right.
Kind regards,
Cory
Written March 3, 2020
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Dave A
Ocala, FL53 contributions
Feb 2021
Their rooms are top notch and very complex. Lots of twist and turns in the story line and fun surprises around every puzzle. Wolf Creek Mine is a lot harder then they claim and Rigley's Manor is worth the effort to reach the finale. The hints are bottomless and the staff fun and friendly.
Written February 24, 2021
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Dave, we greatly appreciate the kind words and patronage! We look forward to seeing you again!
Written February 27, 2021
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Harry M
2 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Well where to start? How's about with the game master Abigail! As soon as my team walked in she was there to greet us and hype us up for the room. She did an awesome job explaining everything and getting us into the game. She was also kind enough to allow me to take an extra prop through the entirety of the game! Overall awesome experience and we will be back for the other rooms to keep our undefeated spree going!
Written May 19, 2023
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Wow! Thanks for the amazing review, Harry! We hope to see you again to keep the win streak going!
Written May 21, 2023
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Heather T
Interlachen, FL9 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
I have went three times. Did Cabin in the Woods first, then Rigley's Manor and just went today and did Wolf Creek Mine. All three were fun and interesting. A good mix of puzzles. They aren't too difficult. They do offer unlimited clues but I think we only used one Or two clues per room. GameMasters are very friendly and upbeat. I highly recommend trying it out.
Written September 6, 2020
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We greatly appreciate the continued support and kind words, Heather!
Written September 7, 2020
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Jonathan C
Dunnellon6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Number1guide. Great see local escape room..we are escape junkie and been to many of them and this place is at top with best of them and brice game master was awsome. We will definitely be back do rest room. Yes we made out cabin in woods with 4 min but was challenge bye far.. If you read this and do not try it.. Well your lose but beware once you try room as good as these you will get trapped in game..lol please like page if helpful. Thanks and good luck
Written January 19, 2020
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Thanks for the great review, Jonathan! It was a pleasure hosting your team!
Written January 20, 2020
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Terri B
The Villages20 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
I did the Cabin in the Woods with a hubby, two senior friends and a teen grandson. We had so much fun doing this. We have done other escape rooms but this was quite difficult. Nicky was a great host. We escaped in the “Nicky” of time but I think we were given a few more minutes since we were so close. Anyway, we call ourselves winners. Thanks Nicky for a great time.
Written April 3, 2023
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Thanks again for adventuring with us! We're so glad to hear you had a great time and hope to see everyone again soon!
Written April 6, 2023
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Matt F
2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
I traveled to Jacksonville recently and ended up traveling inward to try this place. Wow, it was worth it! Easily the most fun escape room business I’ve ever been too! If you go anywhere in Florida make sure to make a trip here, you won’t regret it. The owner was here the day we came, super nice guy!
FYI, we tried a couple escape rooms in Jacksonville, they don’t compare to this place!
FYI, we tried a couple escape rooms in Jacksonville, they don’t compare to this place!
Written August 13, 2020
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Matt - Thanks for the extremely kind words! We enjoyed having you and your team at The Ocala Escape! We hope to see you again soon!
Written August 18, 2020
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Valerie M
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Family
Absolutely love this escape room. We've done all three rooms. Our favorite has been Cabin in the Woods, but we enjoyed each one. Each room has a unique approach with clever puzzles. Highly recommend!!
Written October 23, 2021
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We appreciate your continued support and great review!
Written October 25, 2021
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Amy B
Weirsdale, FL27 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
We have visited the Ocala escape room several times and they never disappoint. Their rooms are always fun and the clues are challenging. We have been to many escape rooms in other locations and they definitely rank up there with the best.
Written December 27, 2022
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We greatly appreciate the kind words and amazing review, Amy! It's always a pleasure having you join us for an adventure! We look forward to seeing you again in 2023 for our brand new adventure!
Written December 28, 2022
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Patty M
2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
We weren’t sure what to expect since it was our first time. The Ocala Escape is located in a shopping center and looked kind of small from the outside. But, once we opened the door, everything changed. We were met by a nice young man named Jasper. He was our game master. We choose The Cabin in the Woods. Jasper explained everything thoroughly and offered to help if we needed it. We really enjoyed working together to find the clues needed to escape. We had thought we did when the door opened, but not quite. There were more clues to solve. Very well done escape experience. It was a memorable and fun family experience. It kept the grandkids off the cell phones for an hour. I highly recommend.
Written June 24, 2024
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your first escape room experience at The Ocala Escape exceeded your expectations. Jasper will be delighted to hear your kind words. We're glad that "The Cabin in the Woods" provided a memorable and engaging challenge for your family, especially keeping the grandkids off their phones. We hope to see you again for more fun and puzzles!
Written August 5, 2024
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If I sign up for four and we have a couple friends show up that night, can we add them at the door?
Written August 20, 2019
Hey Christy,
Michelle is absolutely right! As long as the minimum number for that room is reserved, and paid for, other participants can be paid for upon arrival. Just keep in mind the maximum occupancy for the scenario you are reserving.
Please let us know if we can assist further. We look forward to having you out!!
-The Ocala Escape
Written August 28, 2019
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