If you’re the kind of traveler who loves a good mystery, well look no further! Let me introduce you to one of Mishawaka’s elite experiences: The Clever Cat Escape Rooms.
The Clever Cat Escape Rooms is a woman-owned gem located in Mishawaka, Indiana – roughly two and a half hours north of Indianapolis. With nearly 500 Google reviews and a flawless 5.0 rating, there’s no doubt guests walk out feeling like their time was well-spent!
Adventures for Every Kind of Puzzle-Solver
Clever Cat Escape isn’t your typical escape room. Every room comes with its own story line and clues to solve.They offer a diverse lineup of rooms, each with their own “scary level” for you to decide on.
The “Wonderland Escape” room is the perfect option for all ages looking for something whimsical with elements of fantasy. In this room, you find yourself in a deserted land where creatures of the land have hidden clues to help you find your way home. Players have 60 minutes to find a way out.
Or take a deep-sea dive in the “Submerged” escape room. While exploring the big, blue sea, a giant octopus damages your ship and all your tools for survival are tossed into the ocean. You must find clues to help repair the submarine with only 60 minutes of oxygen remaining. This room is rated a 9 out of 10 on difficulty – most difficult among the six rooms.
Prefer something with more mystery? Well, there’s a room for that too! “Murder House” is another room at Clever Cat Escape that’s a little more spooky. This room involves a series of mysterious disappearances and murders in the city. Players in this room must act as a lead detective to help solve the mystery murders in the house.
Whether you’re fearless, easily startled, or simply here for the laughs, there’s a Clever Cat room waiting for you.
And the best part? Every room is private – meaning it’s just you, your crew, and the timer ticking down. These escape rooms don’t just test your puzzle-solving skills, they pull you into a world where your imagination gets to run free for an hour.
The Clever Cat Escape offers more than just rooms to break out of. They also have an arcade arena where a team of players solve puzzles using large touchscreens, motion tracking, and immersive walls.
Know Before You Go
The Clever Cat Escape Rooms sits conveniently on Grape Road, making it an easy activity built around shopping, grabbing a bite, or exploring the Mishawaka/South Bend area. The staff is friendly, funny, and great at setting the tone so you feel excited about your adventure ahead.
Ticket prices are reasonable, starting at $30 per person for 4+ people, $35 per person for 3, or $40 per person for 2. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the experience is the kind that leaves you reminiscing long after you’ve escaped (or… not escaped).
The Clever Cat Escape is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 8:30 p.m.
The Bottom Line
If your travels bring you to northern Indiana and you’re in the mood for something adventurous, make space on your itinerary for a visit to The Clever Cat Escape Rooms. Whether you’re visiting with friends, family, coworkers, or your partner in crime, you’re in for a thrilling experience you won’t find anywhere else.
More to Explore in South Bend & Mishawaka
Planning to make a full day (or weekend) out of your trip? The South Bend-Mishawaka area has plenty to offer before or after your escape room adventure.
For a full itinerary, check out our South Bend-Mishawaka Travel Guide. If you're hungry after cracking codes, grab a pint and some Irish comfort food at Fiddler's Hearth, or treat yourself to an upscale dinner at LaSalle Grill. Craft beer fans will want to swing by Hop Station in Mishawaka.
Looking for something more relaxed? Wander through the peaceful Potawatomi Conservatories or browse local finds at Ali on the Boulevard and INRUGCO Studio & Gift Shop.