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Outdoor escape game
The Oz Escape in Austin
4.55Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.1 km Austin App-guided
Play in
English
The adventure
About this quest
Embark on our magical outdoor escape-room-style experience! 🔮
Join forces with the remarkable team of misfits and:
📖 Jump into our all-new gripping narrative, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s original Oz novel from 1900!
🤔 Try to outsmart the witch by cracking immersive puzzles with friends, or tackle her challenges solo, facing off against the leaderboard.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Tick-tock, time to escape!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
This 2.1 km loop through The Domain starts in front of Macy's, passing the NORTHSIDE Lawn on Rock Rose Ave and Esperanza Crossing as you crack puzzles from Baum's 1900 Oz story in around 90 minutes. Friends after an outdoor escape room with no booking slot will enjoy it, as will Oz readers chasing the leaderboard solo. If you want historic sights, this shopping-district route is the wrong pick.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
The real-world playing space
Austin
A · Start
3311 Esperanza Crossing, Austin, TX 78758, USA
B · Finish
11401 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX 78758, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
3 / 4
Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
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- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Choose device access above to see your total
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- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this an Oz-themed escape room?
Yes, it is an outdoor escape-room-style game inspired by L. Frank Baum's original 1900 Oz novel. You follow clues on your phone to each new location, crack puzzles to outsmart the witch, and hear original Oz songs made for the game, which you can also play back at home.
Where does the Oz game in Austin start and finish?
It starts in front of Macy's in The Domain area and loops for about 2.1 km past spots such as The NORTHSIDE Lawn on Rock Rose Ave, Sprinkles Austin and RH Austin The Gallery at the Domain, before finishing back where you began in front of Macy's.
How long does it take, and do we need to book a time?
Plan on around 90 minutes. There is no booking slot, so you can start whenever suits you, and you can pause the game and pick it up again later if you want a break for food or shopping along the way.
Can we play as a group or on our own?
Both work. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, so friends, families or work groups can solve the puzzles together. If you prefer to play solo, you can take on the witch's challenges alone and compare your result on the leaderboard.
Is it good for kids, and what if it rains?
Families with kids or teens who enjoy puzzles and can walk about 2.1 km tend to suit it best, since the clues are escape-room style. The whole game is played outdoors between stops, so check the weather and dress for it before you set off.
Is The Oz Escape in Austin self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. Start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does The Oz Escape in Austin start and finish?
It starts at In front of Macy's, The Domain area, 3311 Esperanza Crossing, Austin, TX 78758, USA and finishes at H&M, 11401 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX 78758, USA. The route is approximately 2.1 km and includes 15 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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The Oz Escape in Austin is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Austin. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at In front of Macy's, The Domain area and finishes at H&M over 2.1 km, with 15 challenge locations. 2.1 km walking route; 15 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English.
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