Area 53

What people say

From Google Maps reviews.

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  Elaine★★★★★★★★★★4 months ago

  really cool spot to visit in Brooklyn especially if you’re a Brooklyn local & want to do something nearby! Check out Groupon for discounted tickets before purchasing on the website / in person. Be prepared for a crowd (even during snow days) on the weekends. I came at 11am & an hour didn’t past before it was crowded. Though there’s plenty of space and activities to have fun. Also, shower after your visit; I’m not sure what the cleaning process is but there are a lot of people in an indoor space

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  Charlii Chaè★★★★★★★★★★3 months ago

  This place is honestly overpriced, extremely crowded, and not the cleanest. Be prepared for a very long line when you arrive—definitely bring your patience. I will say, there’s a ton for kids to do: rock climbing, skating, a zip line, bowling, slides, and laser tag (I think). So entertainment-wise, it delivers. However, safety didn’t feel like a priority. There were kids everywhere with very little staff supervision. One of the most concerning things was seeing kids on the skate area without an

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  Lynn Hobson★★★★★★★★★★3 months ago

  If you’re looking for something different to do in NYC that actually feels like FUN, let me put you on to Area 53 in Williamsburg. We pulled up for their Adult Game Night on a Thursday to celebrate my friend’s birthday, and baby… we turned into full-grown kids in the BEST way. From the moment we walked in, it was a whole vibe. Music playing, people laughing, energy high—and the activities? Next level. We went from rock climbing to roller skating to zip lining like we had no bills, no responsib

Safety notes

From the Nov 1, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.