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The Escape Game New York City
216 reviews
#1 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Me and my fiancé along with my friends and little brother and sister had a great time the place was very clean very
fun
also very challenging I definitely would recommend others to try it out as well"
"The look and feel of it, the challenge and quality of the
puzzles
, and the story lines that they use and themes are definitely top notch."
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Mission Escape Games
994 reviews
#2 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Our host Jessica was perfect: hilarious, charismatic, and knew how to keep a straight face!!! Additionally,
Game Master
Gordon was at his best in creating all the puzzles and tricks in the room!!! Thank you Missio..."
"Jeffrey was a great host and Lily and Junior were great game masters!! Thanks for the
fun
and the memories!!"
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Escape Room Madness (5th Floor)
186 reviews
#3 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"went with my brother and i, the puzzles were very
challenging
, yet exciting and the staff, including Helen, were very friendly and helpful, would reccomend to any teens aged 15-19"
"It was a great experience, Hanna was super helpful and friendly, will deff come back sometime, the game was intense and kept me on my toes, very
fun
."
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Komnata Quest Manhattan
204 reviews
#4 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Their attention to detail, mixed with
immersive
and lively atmospheres makes for the best Escape Rooms any fanatic could wish for."
"It was very well organized, super
fun
and great for team activity and for the Sherlock minds."
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Exit Escape Room
138 reviews
#5 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"The
puzzles
were clever and diverse, and the set design was phenomenal (and perfectly fitting for an escape room in NY)! Would highly recommend taking the time to visit!"
"Our game master, Latifah, was super sweet, energetic, and
fun
!! Highly recommended for everyone from newbies to seasoned escapers!"
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Clue Chase - Bryant Park
290 reviews
#6 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"we had an amazing time!! it was way better than expected!! staff was great, (especially professor Andy, she was adorable and so helpful ;) the clues are
challenging
and engaging,and we really had a wonderful time!!"
"My sister and I had such a fantastic time at Clue Chase- the atmosphere of the room was great and really detailed, the puzzles were genuinely challenging, and the staff were very warm and added to the
fun
- shout o..."
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Escape Games NYC
158 reviews
#7 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"This place is awesome it is
fun
a great thing to do with friends and Dina the employee is awesome!"
"Brilliantly conceived and executed,
challenging
and more fun than either my sister or I could recall having in a very long time."
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Escape the Room NYC
1 797 reviews
#8 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"We booked this event as a surprise on the first day of our 4 day trip to NY from UK for two families with young adults total of 8.The Submarine escape room was very
challenging
and thoroughly enjoyable and a great..."
"
Fun
! Fun!
Fun
! Can’t wait to visit the other rooms."
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Hoodwinked Escape
249 reviews
#9 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"We did get in the "lab" and omg it was sooo
fun
! Really well thought out puzzles and clues to try and get out of the room."
"The Spirit of Harlem room was a
fun
way to learn more about the neighborhood’s rich history."
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Comedy Cellar
1 013 reviews
#10 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Booked to go on Thanksgiving on family visit to New York, we loved it, 5
great comedians
, friendly vibe, place is a little cramped perhaps but overall would definitely recommend, lots of laughs and great way to sp..."
"Great venue, acts are superb, Fat Black Pussy Cat is so
fun
, drinks were delicious!"
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Escape The Room NYC Downtown
356 reviews
#11 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
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Modern Pinball NYC Arcade, Party Place and Museum
119 reviews
#12 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Great
games
, ranging from classics to the latest Deadpool, Shrek, GoT, Beatles, Wheel of Fortune, Guardians of the Galaxy, and more."
"Our kids range in age from 8 to 16, and everyone, including the adults, enjoyed playing the machines... in fact the adults may have had more
fun
than the kids!"
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Nintendo New York
645 reviews
#13 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"It's a
fun
store with a mix of consoles to play, merchandise to buy (clothes, games, plushes, figurines etc), displays of historical consoles, and in-store displays like a giant Donkey Kong, Luigi, Mario, Pikachu..."
"The store also had some consoles hooked up so that guests can play
demos
and a small "museum" which showcases different consoles and Amiibos throughout the company's history."
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Gotham Comedy Club
306 reviews
#14 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"On the night we visited we were fortunate to see Jerry Seinfeld, Pete Davidson, Mike Young, and many, many more very
funny comedians
."
"It is always
fun
, the talent is fantastic and it is a great date night!"
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The Rink at Rockefeller Center
477 reviews
#15 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Ideal for the family, pleasant day and a non-holiday season Friday morning, made this a memorable
ice skating
experience for us all!"
"They helped pick the right
skates
and made exchanging sizes very easy."
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BrainXcape
91 reviews
#16 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Highly recommend if you're looking for an awesome
escape room
and a truly unique experience."
"It was a great deal of
fun
and the clues were perfect."
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Trump Rink in Central Park
338 reviews
#17 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"We walked right up where they already had our names on a clipboard, we got our
skates
and got right to the ice."
"
Ice skating
in March !"
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Central Park Carousel
135 reviews
#18 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"It’s only $3 for a
ride
on the famous carousel featured in tons of movies, including now you see me."
"The music was lovely and the ride was
fun
for all of us--three adults and one 6 year old."
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Clue Chase - Herald Square
161 reviews
#19 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"I have played over 60 escape the room
games
in NYC and other parts of the country and Escape Entertainment is the best operation I have seen—great
games
, beautiful facility and very friendly professional staff."
"My girlfriend took me to Escape Entertainment as a surprise, it's my first time in NYC (I'm from Miami) and she was looking for
fun
, unique things to do in the city."
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Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex
239 reviews
#20 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Amazing
driving range
"
"Be sure to walk around and check out the cafeteria and the
carousel
."
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Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
182 reviews
#21 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"I personally love “
Characters
Welcome”, the next to last Thursday of each month, hosted by two comics with such endearing chemistry, Sarah Parsons and Eric Feurer."
"We were there in Saturday night when a group of performers and writers (including a few from the Daily Show) improvised based on fresh and memorable stories they asked
audience
of at the start of the show."
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Wollman Rink
141 reviews
#22 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Visited the week before Christmas and it was truly magical, the rink is huge,
skates
fitted nicely and the location is perfect."
"Great
fun
for even the most novice skater"
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Regal E-Walk Stadium 13 & RPX
29 reviews
#23 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"... helpful staff,well-kept bathrooms & best of all the 4D experience.The seats move with the
movie
storyline & make it feel like you're in the
movie
too.Now this is the only theatre we go to in NYC,which is overc..."
"We visited on the Friday evening and the experience was so good we went back on the day we were leaving NYC as we had a
few hours
to spare and it was a bit of a wet day."
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Heckscher Playground
38 reviews
#24 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Our family loves this playground- really wonderful place with a diverse group of play equipment, well-maintained, and close to either side of the
park
."
"The result is a refreshingly challenging set of
climbing
structures for kids and parents alike."
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Secret City Scavenger Hunts
24 reviews
#25 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"The clues were
fun
, and allowed us to explore Chelsea Market in a creative way."
"They all really enjoyed themselves and thought it was great for
team-building
."
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Symphony Space
44 reviews
#26 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
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Omescape
56 reviews
#27 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"The room had a time travel theme, and some puzzles were pretty
challenging
, especially sometimes because we had so many clues."
"Varied clues and puzzle types, we were all engaged and having
fun
."
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Meow Parlour
74 reviews
#28 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"They partner with a cafe/bakery next door and have cat-themed cards and board
games
to play."
"The cats were so
playful
and cuddly."
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Film Forum
47 reviews
#29 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"The films shown here are curated with passion, intellect, respect for the filmmaker and his/her
audience
."
"It's
fun
and novel, no matter how many times you go."
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Hubneo VR Lab
17 reviews
#30 of 251 Fun & Games in New York City
"Even for those who think NYC is all about Time Square, this is just a short subway ride away - you will have tons of
fun
and as a bonus discover a much cooler neighborhood."
"And since our group is also a bunch of students working in AI related fields, we have a lot to talk about beyond how fun the
games
were and we actually learned a bit of the designs of their self built racing and f..."
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What are the best places for fun & games in New York City?
These places are best for fun & games in New York City:
Wollman Rink
Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex
Trump Rink in Central Park
Heckscher Playground
The Armory (Track)
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Which places provide the best fun & games in New York City for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly fun & games in New York City:
The Escape Game New York City
Mission Escape Games
Escape Room Madness (5th Floor)
Exit Escape Room
DreamWorks Trolls the Experience
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Which places provide the best fun & games in New York City for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking fun & games in New York City:
The Escape Game New York City
Mission Escape Games
Exit Escape Room
Clue Chase - Bryant Park
Escape Games NYC
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Which places provide the best fun & games in New York City for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking fun & games in New York City:
The Escape Game New York City
Mission Escape Games
Escape Room Madness (5th Floor)
Exit Escape Room
Clue Chase - Bryant Park
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Which places provide the best fun & games in New York City for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly fun & games in New York City:
Mission Escape Games
Escape Room Madness (5th Floor)
Komnata Quest Manhattan
Exit Escape Room
Clue Chase - Bryant Park
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Which places provide the most romantic fun & games in New York City?
These are the most romantic places for fun & games in New York City:
Gotham Comedy Club
The Rink at Rockefeller Center
Comedy Cellar
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