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Race against time and crack the code in The Big Escape, an innovative 90-minute heist adventure with Team Activities on Harry St, Dublin South. Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test and unlock a thrilling urban challenge.
Race against time and crack the code in The Big Escape, an innovative 90-minute heist adventure with Team Activities on Harry St, Dublin South. Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test and unlock a thrilling urban challenge.
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Operated by Team Activities · Dublin, County Dublin
Situated on Harry St in the lively heart of Dublin South, Team Activities presents The Big Escape, a high-stakes 90-minute heist experience that flips the classic city adventure on its head. This urban quest invites participants to become part of Dan Rooney’s criminal mastermind crew, navigating through Dublin’s streets using a smartphone app to solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the vault of a fictional casino before time runs out.
The Big Escape stands out in Dublin’s outdoor activity scene by merging immersive storytelling with interactive technology and real-world locations. Unlike traditional hikes or city tours, this experience offers an adrenaline-fueled race against the clock, where players physically move through a mapped route, meeting expert criminals (via pre-recorded characters) who guide each step of the caper. The urban landscape of Dublin South—with its mix of compact streets, historic buildings, and vibrant neighborhoods—provides the perfect backdrop, transforming familiar environments into a cinematic playground.
What sets Team Activities apart is their commitment to blending outdoor movement with mental challenge. The game requires strategic thinking and teamwork but also encourages players to engage with the city’s energy and hidden corners, making it a refreshing alternative to conventional sightseeing. Situated just minutes from central Dublin, The Big Escape invites locals and visitors alike to interact with the city in a new way—while sharpening problem-solving skills and enjoying a brisk urban stroll.
For anyone interested in a unique, entertaining adventure that combines tech, teamwork, and urban exploration, this hands-on heist game offers a thrilling addition to Dublin’s outdoor offerings. It’s a perfect fit for groups, corporate outings, or friends looking to add a layer of intrigue to their city experience.
easy.
90 minutes.
Suitable for most fitness levels since walking pace is moderate and the route covers city streets.
Teams can range from 2 up to 6 participants to ensure effective collaboration.
No prior experience is needed; the game's clues and guidance accommodate all skill levels.
The activity runs rain or shine, so dress accordingly. In severe weather, check with Team Activities for updates.
Instructions on using your smartphone for navigation and puzzles are provided at the start—no separate app download is necessary.
Recommended for ages 12 and up due to puzzle complexity and the urban setting.
Yes, Team Activities welcomes group and corporate bookings, offering a fun team-building challenge.
Dublin South combines modern vibrancy with rich stories dating back to Viking and medieval times, offering a layered urban experience.
Team Activities encourages sustainable tourism by promoting walking and minimal waste during their urban adventures.
Team Activities runs interactive, smartphone-driven city games and team-building experiences across multiple cities. The company offers a variety of timed adventures including The Big Escape heist series, CSI Save the Groom detective hunts, trivia-based games and themed challenges. Many Big Escape events are led by Dan Rooney and his crew, who guide teams through code-cracking puzzles to access a casino safe and race against the clock. Save the Groom experiences send teams on city-wide missions to uncover clues, solve riddles, and rescue a groom before the wedding. Activities vary in length from 30 minutes to 90 minutes and include indoor and outdoor formats, pub crawls, treasure hunts and quiz challenges. Popular options listed include The Big Escape in Dublin North, Galway, Lisbon, Wexford, Prague, Barcelona, and multiple Irish towns, plus Save the Groom variants across dozens of locations. Specialty events include The Festive Games Challenge, Save Pop Culture, The Big Quiz, Where in the World, Tactical Trivia and themed treasure hunts. Team Activities uses smartphones for navigation and interaction, blending live hosts with digital clues to create scalable group experiences suitable for stag parties, corporate team-building and social groups. The business posts clear trip summaries and duration details for each event and operates multi-city offerings. Team Activities presents itself as a specialist in fast-paced, puzzle-driven outdoor entertainment with a catalogue of almost sixty named experiences and multiple formats designed to engage groups of different sizes and interests. Booking information and group pricing are available through the official booking channels online.
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