The Oz Escape in Queens, New York City
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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!
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
They went outside.
Here’s what stayed with them.
13 player ratings
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The real-world playing space
New York City
Athens Square 30th St & 30th Ave, Astoria, NY 11102, USA
Q39G+3W, Queens, NY 11102, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Choose your way to play
Like an escape room. Outside.
| Experience | This quest | Escape room |
|---|---|---|
| Setting | An outdoor route through the city | An indoor setting designed for the game |
| Playing together | Use your own phones to team up or compete | Solve challenges together in the room |
| Pace | Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours | Usually a booked session with a time limit |
| Price | Choose device access above to see your total | Prices and group sizes vary by venue |
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Plan your day
Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 2.3 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace
- Languages
- EN
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
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