How many people can participate in one team?

Teams are recommended to have 2 to 4 players to maximize the fun and collaboration.

What should I bring for the adventure?

Bring a fully charged smartphone, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Is this activity suitable for children?

The adventure is best suited for teens and adults due to the puzzle complexity and pace.

What happens if my team doesn’t solve all the puzzles in time?

Teams can complete as many steps as possible; the focus is on fun, not just success.

Can I book the experience anytime?

Tickets are "play anytime" and valid for two years from purchase.

Do I need prior experience with escape rooms or puzzles?

No prior experience is necessary. The challenges are designed to be engaging and accessible.

Casino Heist Adventure with Team Activities in Thurles | City Tour

Set in Thurles Townparks, County Tipperary, "The Big Escape - Thurles" offers a rare mix of outdoor thrill and cerebral challenge that stands apart from typical regional adventures. While Thurles is better known for its green pastoral landscapes and rich Irish heritage, this intense 90-minute interactive experience by Team Activities reinvents the concept of outdoor recreation, weaving a cinematic casino heist into the fabric of the town’s streets and parks.

Participants become part of a high-stakes takeover, racing to crack codes, decode puzzles, and outsmart a clock that’s ticking down to The Heist of the Century. The game’s structure is cleverly anchored by GPS-guided checkpoints where you encounter Dan Rooney’s expert team—including the “man on the inside” Jack Potts, the getaway driver Wheels, and a cadre of hackers and safe-crackers. These immersive roles add depth and variety to the challenge, transforming Thurles into an open-air escape room with a distinctly Irish twist.

The location’s mix of urban and natural elements provides an intriguing playground. Thurles itself offers glimpses of Irish small-town charm combined with plenty of open green spaces and the nearby River Suir’s calming presence. This combination creates a dynamic contrast—tense moments of puzzle-solving and high energy set against the quiet backdrop of County Tipperary's landscapes.

What makes Team Activities' offering special is how it breathes new life into the local outdoor recreation scene. It challenges visitors to engage physically and mentally without requiring strenuous hiking or specialized gear, making it accessible to almost all fitness levels. With its clever integration of local scenery and storytelling, "The Big Escape" highlights Thurles not only as a historical spot but also as a contemporary stage for interactive adventure.