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Prison Island Brussels (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Prison Island Brussels?

47%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 47% Solo-Friendly: The main puzzle cells and mini-golf need two players, so a lone guest must find teammates in advance or attend the sparse quiz night, which limits access and spontaneity.

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Reviews4.8/ 5
(from 2,774 reviews)

Positives:

  • Social buzz: Blind Test teams welcome solo players, offering a quick way to meet others.
  • Historic setting: The former prison layout adds atmosphere between events.

Challenges:

  • Minimum players required: Only the Blind Test accepts solo bookings; escape games need at least two players.
  • Booking essential: Reserve your Blind Test slot online ahead of time to avoid missing out.
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What is Prison Island Brussels?

  • A themed indoor adventure facility occupying a former 19th-century prison block in central Brussels
  • A game center featuring over thirty individual puzzle “cells” that blend logic and physical challenges with electronic scoring
  • An arcade-style mini-golf venue offering a nine-hole course with thematic props and automated score tracking

What is so special about Prison Island Brussels for solo trip?

  1. Solo players can join the Blind Test quiz and be placed in teams
  2. Staff can help you join a Prison Island team if you call ahead
  3. Historic prison setting offers unique photo opportunities
  4. Weekdays and off-peak times mean fewer crowds

Note: Prison Island Brussels is 47% Solo-Friendly. You may want to consider other Solo-Friendly Things to Do in Brussels for a more suitable experience.

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to join a 30-minute Blind Test and explore corridors or arrange to join a Prison Island team.

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Prison Island Brussels

Join the Blind Test Quiz:

Enter the 30-minute trivia event and let the host place you in a team.

Tip: Book your spot in advance on Thursdays at 20:00 to secure a team.

Request to join an open Prison Island team:

Ask staff if you can join another group for the 1-hour puzzle game.

Tip: Call ahead to reserve a spot on an existing team.

Explore the former cell corridors:

Walk through the historic prison layout and inspect original cell doors.

Tip: Visit between events when the venue is quieter for better photos.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Prison Island Brussels

  1. Arrive early: Show up 15 minutes before your Blind Test to grab a good seat and meet teammates.
  2. Call to join teams: Phone the venue to check if you can join an existing Prison Island game.
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Reviews of Prison Island Brussels

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Megan Hardie

Megan Hardie

Dec 2025

A great activity for the family. I dropped a star as a lot of the tasks were very physical, monkey bars, rock climbing style rooms. You can skip these rooms if required. Overall, great fun, lots of laughing and memories!

Aurelia Kuklo

Aurelia Kuklo

Nov 2025

So much fun ! The courses are creative and exciting, the atmosphere is great, and the staff are super friendly. Perfect for a fun outing with friends or family 😄

Kristal Tyrell-Johnson

Kristal Tyrell-Johnson

Sep 2025

Games had no instructions so you kinda had to guess the task. Very hard even for an experience escape room person. Still had a lovely time and venue was clean

Yaseen

Yaseen

Jun 2025

We had an amazing time at Prison Island Brussels! I came with a group of Deaf friends from London and we all had so much fun – especially in the escape-style challenge rooms. Huge shoutout to Aymeric who was absolutely fantastic so helpful, patient, and really made us feel welcome. His support made a big difference and helped make the experience accessible and enjoyable for all of us. Highly recom...

YNA

YNA

Jun 2025

On Sunday, we planned to just chill around the central area and explore the streets. While walking around, we came across a place called Prison Island and it instantly caught our attention. My brother and I decided to give it a try and ended up playing the Boxer Ring game. It was a lot of fun! They also had more game options on the first floor, so it’s definitely a cool spot if you’re looking for...

When is the best time to visit Prison Island Brussels (Brussels, Belgium)?

Weekdays are quieter than weekends. Thursdays feature the Blind Test quiz. No seasonal closures.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Blind Test quiz ticketEUR 0
Prison Island team entry (if joined)EUR 0
Total EstimatedEUR 0

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Prison Island Brussels

Address: Rue Grétry 12, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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About Prison Island Brussels

Opening Hours

Monday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+32 2 267 31 85

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