Mission Escape Games NYC
A Midtown escape room venue with several themed games, including heist and mystery rooms that suit families better than the scarier themes. Teams solve linked puzzles against the clock to break out.
by Related Companies
An outdoor sky deck jutting out from the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards, where kids can stand on a glass floor looking straight down 1,100 feet. Angled glass walls and a set of indoor light-and-mirror installations make it a good pick in any weather.
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Open daily; hours vary, check site
Prices vary by date/time; kids 5 and under free; book 14+ days ahead for savings
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All ages.
Prices vary by date/time; kids 5 and under free; book 14+ days ahead for savings
Open daily; hours vary, check site
30 Hudson Yards (enter Level 4, The Shops at Hudson Yards), 10001, Manhattan.
No. Edge at Hudson Yards is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
Tickets are handled by Related Companies: edgenyc.com, or call (332) 204-8500.
A Midtown escape room venue with several themed games, including heist and mystery rooms that suit families better than the scarier themes. Teams solve linked puzzles against the clock to break out.
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