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Prison Island Belfast

Crystal-Maze-style challenge cells plus adults-only axe throwing, all under one roof.

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1 hourOn the clock — arrive early for the briefing
Per personBook ahead
BelfastIndoors, any weather
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1 hourHow long
Per personCost
9–99Best for
2–4Players
On siteParking

Prison Island Belfast — Crystal-Maze-style challenge cells plus adults-only axe throwing, all under one roof.

  • The games: 31 prison-themed challenge cells across skill, mental and physical types; line-up can change, check current games.
  • Team size: 2-4 (larger groups split into multiple teams).
  • Age rules: From age 6 with an adult; Axe Yard is strictly 18+.
  • Booking: Book ahead, essential at weekends; walk-ins sometimes taken.
  • Cost: Roughly low-to-mid twenties per person for 1 hour; children's tickets and family passes available; check current prices.
  • Also on site: Adults-only Axe Yard (12 games, 18+), Quiz Boxing, Think Box puzzle challenge, cafe with drinks and pizza.
Plan your visit

31 challenge cells, never locked in

The core experience is 31 prison-themed challenge cells split across skill, mental and physical types, so there is a mix to suit different strengths within a team. Each cell is a short challenge of a few minutes that you can attempt and re-attempt, racking up points on a live scoreboard rather than solving one long room. You are never locked in and can leave a cell at any time, which keeps it relaxed for younger players. Teams are 2 to 4, and groups of more than four form multiple teams to compete head to head. It suits ages 9 to 99, with children aged 6 to 8 welcome to play alongside an adult, making it a genuine all-ages, all-abilities challenge. The line-up of cells and challenges can change, so check the current games when you book.

Crystal-Maze-style cells 31 challenge rooms Teams of 2-4 Ages 9-99 (6+ with adult) Book ahead 1 to 2.5-hour games
Good to know before you go:

Escape and challenge venues rotate their themed rooms and games, run seasonal and Halloween events, and offer birthday, party, stag, hen and corporate packages. Check the venue's own pages for current games, available time slots and up-to-date prices before you book.

Before you set off

What to bring

  • 🗣️A team that talks to each otherShout out every clue you find — escape rooms are won by talking, not by muscle.
  • 💷Pocket moneyFor the game, and usually a café, arcade or treats on the way out.
  • 👕Comfy clothesYou’ll be crouching, reaching and hunting about for a solid hour.
  • 📱A bookingGames run on fixed time slots — the good ones go early at weekends.
Good to know

Everything before you go

Type
Crystal-Maze-style team challenge venue (not a locked-in escape room)
Games / themes
31 prison-themed challenge cells across skill, mental and physical types; line-up can change, check current games
Players per team
2-4 (larger groups split into multiple teams)
Best for ages
9-99; ages 6-8 can play with an adult
Minimum age / supervision
From age 6 with an adult; Axe Yard is strictly 18+
Booking
Book ahead, essential at weekends; walk-ins sometimes taken
Game length
Choose 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2 hours or 2.5 hours
Cost
Roughly low-to-mid twenties per person for 1 hour; children's tickets and family passes available; check current prices
Also on site
Adults-only Axe Yard (12 games, 18+), Quiz Boxing, Think Box puzzle challenge, cafe with drinks and pizza
Parking
Small on-site car park plus street parking and nearby Range car park
Address
Unit 3, 17 Balmoral Road, Belfast BT12 6QA
Questions

Before you go

How much does it cost?
Roughly low-to-mid twenties per person for 1 hour; children's tickets and family passes available; check current prices
What ages is it good for?
9-99; ages 6-8 can play with an adult
How many players do we need?
2-4 (larger groups split into multiple teams)
Do I need to book?
Book ahead, essential at weekends; walk-ins sometimes taken
How long is a game?
Choose 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2 hours or 2.5 hours
Getting there

Prison Island Belfast is at Unit 3, 17 Balmoral Road, Belfast BT12 6QA. Small on-site car park plus street parking and nearby Range car park. Tap below for directions.

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The story

About the venue

Prison Island Belfast is a multi-activity indoor venue inspired by the Crystal Maze, offering team challenges, axe throwing, quiz boxing and a puzzle box experience under one roof in the Balmoral area of the city. It is rated among Belfast's top-rated attractions and is popular for families, groups, parties and corporate days out.