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Outdoor escape game
The Oz Escape in Melbourne
4.32Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.2 km Melbourne 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.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
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
Starting at the William Ievers Drinking Fountain in Argyle Square, this 2.2 km route along Lygon Street sends you past Piazza Italia, La Mama HQ and Il Dolce Freddo, cracking a witch's puzzles in around 90 minutes. It suits friends who want escape-room teamwork outdoors with no booking slot, and readers who know Baum's 1900 Oz novel. Anyone wanting a locked indoor room or a live guide should look elsewhere.
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
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
Melbourne
A · Start
Argyle Square, 153-159 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
B · Finish
Argyle Square/Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
2 / 4
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
- Escape room
- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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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 there a Wizard of Oz escape room in Melbourne?
Yes, in outdoor form. This is an escape-room-style game played on your phone around Lygon St and Argyle Square. You follow a new story inspired by L. Frank Baum's 1900 Oz novel, solve puzzles set in the places in front of you and try to outsmart the witch, with original Oz-themed songs along the way.
Where does the Oz game in Melbourne start and how long does it take?
It starts at the William Ievers Drinking Fountain in Argyle Square on Lygon St. The route covers about 2.2 km and takes around 90 minutes, passing stops such as Piazza Italia, La Mama HQ and Watt's Shoe Store before finishing near Parco Canteen.
Do we need to book a time slot, and can we play as a group?
No booking slot is needed. Unlike a fixed-time indoor escape room, you start whenever suits you, with no guide and no strangers to join. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, and you can play as a team or solo for the leaderboard.
Is it played outdoors, and what if it rains?
The whole game is played outdoors on the streets around Lygon St and Argyle Square, so dress for the weather. If rain sets in or you need a break, you can pause the game and continue later from where you stopped.
Is The Oz Escape in Melbourne self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does The Oz Escape in Melbourne start and finish?
It starts at At the William Ievers Drinking Fountain, Argyle Square on Lygon St, Argyle Square, 153-159 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia and finishes at 12 Piazza Italia, Argyle Square/Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia. The route is approximately 2.2 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.
What language is The Oz Escape in Melbourne available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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