PaniQ Room is located in The Rocks near Circular Quay, close to major public transport hubs.

• By Car:
  It’s about 50–55 minutes via the M4 Motorway, depending on traffic. Once you arrive, metered street parking is available on Argyle and Gloucester Streets. Nearby car parks include Clocktower (1 min walk) and Quay West (3 min walk).

  By Public Transport:
  Take a train from Penrith Station toward Sydney CBD, usually transferring at Central Station. From there, continue to Circular Quay and walk about 5–10 minutes to The Rocks. The total journey takes around 1 to 1¼ hours, depending on connections.

Yes — you can drive from Penrith to PaniQ Room at The Rocks. The journey takes about 50–55 minutes via the M4 Motorway, depending on traffic.

Once you arrive, you’ll find:

• Metered street parking on Argyle and Gloucester Streets

• Nearby car parks: Clocktower Car Park (1 min walk) and Quay West Car Park (3 min walk)

Driving is a convenient option if you’re traveling with family or a group, giving you flexibility to explore The Rocks and Circular Quay before or after your escape room adventure.

Parking is easy, and there is usually plenty around our location. You can find metered parking on Argyle St, Gloucester St and surrounds. Closest parking garages are Clocktower and Quay West (both run by Wilson’s parking). 

Yes! You can take public transport from Penrith to The Rocks. PaniQ Room is very centrally located with major bus connections and trains close by.

Train: Board a Western Line train from Penrith Station toward Sydney CBD, Transfer at Central Station to a T2, T3, or T8 train to Circular Quay.

Walk: From Circular Quay, it’s about a 5–10 minute walk to Cambridge Street, The Rocks, where PaniQ Room is located.

Yes, we are completely beginner friendly! All of our rooms at PaniQ Room are rated 4/5 difficulty, but as we offer a dedicated gamesmaster and unlimited clues with no penalties, we can adjust the difficulty of all rooms to suit your team – from absolute beginners to seasoned escapers! 

There is so much to see and do in The Rocks and surrounds! Our enviable location right in the heart of The Rocks means we are only moments away from some of Sydney’s best landmarks – The Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and MCA! Take in the views around Circular Quay, shop at The Rocks markets, or stop at a historic pub for lunch. With the CBD, Barangaroo, Walsh Bay, The Royal Botanical Gardens and King Street Wharf only a few minutes walk, you have the whole of Sydney on your doorstep!

In The Rocks, you are spoiled for choice! We have a variety of excellent top-dining restaurants, upmarket pubs, relaxed family-style dining and takeaway venues, all within 5 minutes walk of our location. Whether you’re after a harbour view, a craft beer or happy-hour cocktail, or the best hot chocolate in Sydney, whatever your price point and taste you’ll find food and drink to suit!

Neighbouring suburbs to The Rocks include Circular Quay, Barangaroo, Walsh Bay and Sydney Cove. The CBD, King St Wharf and The Royal Botanical Gardens are only a few minutes walk away. 

When searching for an escape room near Penrith, it’s hard to look past PaniQ Room. As Sydney’s original and premier escape room provider, we’ve been creating immersive experiences and delivering top-notch customer service across Sydney since 2015!

Most escape rooms including those serving Penrith recommend comfortable clothing that you can easily move around in. At PaniQ Room, we suggest to wear whatever you feel most comfortable in – skirts and heels are fine! You are also welcome to dress in the theme of your escape room!

While most escape rooms serving Penrith and the surrounding Sydney area have a minimum age of 9 or 10 years old, at PaniQ Room, we accept children of all ages into our escape rooms. All of our rooms are family friendly featuring no horror, gore or adult themes, but please check the descriptions as some rooms do have slightly scary elements that may be too much for younger players. Children aged 7 and under play free with a paying adult. 

To avoid disappointment, it is recommended for PaniQ Room and any other escape rooms serving Penrith that you book in advance where possible. Escape rooms are generally busiest on weekends and evenings. PaniQ Room does accept walk ins if we have a gamemaster available, so please give us a call if you are close by The Rocks and wish to play!

At Paniq Room room we accept last minute bookings (up to 15 minutes before game time if a gamemaster is available), allowing you the opportunity to book en route! Check our booking page to see our latest availability, or call ahead to confirm we have have staff in store! 

If you’re looking for an exciting way to strengthen your team or celebrate with friends, escape rooms offer a unique mix of teamwork, problem-solving and fun! With over 10 years experience in event hosting, PaniQ Room is the perfect place to host your next event. For Corporate and Group Bookings, please see our Corporate Bookings, Team Building and Events page. For children’s birthday parties, please see our Birthday Parties page. 

We’re here for you! Check out our FAQ’s for answers to our most commonly asked questions, or send us an email with your enquiry to: info@paniqroom.com.au