Last updated October 14, 2026 · ranked from 64,384 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 15 things to do in and around Royal Oak, MI, led by Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak, The Great Escape Room Detroit and Detroit Zoo. Together they have 63,462 Google reviews; Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Royal Oak, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Breakout Escape Rooms Royal OakBreakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak holds a 5.0 Google rating across 17,995 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as escape room center.
The Great Escape Room DetroitWorking together is the point at The Great Escape Room Detroit, where teams search for clues and solve difficult puzzles to make their escape.
Detroit ZooDetroit Zoo holds a 4.5 Google rating across 26,210 reviews, listed on Google as zoo.1Escape room center · Downtown Royal Oak
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 11:30 PMBreakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak holds a 5.0 Google rating across 17,995 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as escape room center.
“The only place I've gone where I felt like I had an actual family. I'm going to end it.”
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2Escape room center
Own this business? Claim itClosed · opens 3:15 PMWorking together is the point at The Great Escape Room Detroit, where teams search for clues and solve difficult puzzles to make their escape. Games accommodate family outings, birthdays, and corporate team-building, with discounts for children and active military members. Saturday hours extend to 9:30 p.m., giving groups an evening option, and the venue has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom.
“Zack was amazing! Actually made this so enjoyable and we got a few laughs after we failed miserable at the room 😂 I will definitely be back!”
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3Amusement center · Downtown Royal Oak
Own this business? Claim itClosed · opens 12 PMSandbox VR holds a 5.0 Google rating across 505 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as amusement center.
“This was beyond exciting and fun! Way better than I expected. Thought it was purely fun for an hour and had a lot of fun with friends. Isaiah and Ariel were amazing and helpful and made the day even more fun for us.”
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4Zoo
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 4 PMDetroit Zoo holds a 4.5 Google rating across 26,210 reviews, listed on Google as zoo.
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5Aquarium · Washington Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 4 PMUnderwater viewing tunnels give the Polk Penguin Conservation Center its defining appeal: a look at penguins below the surface. This Detroit Zoo facility in Royal Oak, MI houses more than 80 penguins in an iceberg-inspired building. One family reviewer praises the layout for showing the birds both on the “ice” and swimming underwater. Wheelchair-accessible entry and parking add practical value; advance tickets are recommended.
“My family loves to watch the penguins, we never miss this exhibit. Well designed so you can see them on top of the "ice" and as they swim under water.”
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6Comedy club
Own this business? Claim itClosed todayMark Ridley's Comedy Castle holds a 4.6 Google rating across 2,317 reviews, listed on Google as comedy club.
“Great place to watch stand-up. Very clean and staff are nice.”
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7Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 9 PMSports fields, playground slides and swings, and a train ride for kids give visitors several reasons to spend time outdoors. A picnic shelter, tables and a barbecue grill support meal breaks and gatherings. Public restrooms, a wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible parking round out the practical amenities.
“Large park. 18 hole disc golf. Baseball, soccer, and kids play area.”
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8Art center · Downtown Royal Oak
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 8 PMCreative Arts Studio holds a 4.7 Google rating across 495 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as pottery classes.
“I was picking up an item for one of my kids and was a bit unclear on what it was. Dylan was extremely helpful and was able to locate it quickly.”
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9Farmers' market · Downtown Royal Oak
Own this business? Claim itClosed todayRoyal Oak Farmers Market holds a 4.5 Google rating across 1,778 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as farmers' market.
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10Performing arts theater · Downtown Royal Oak
Own this business? Claim itStagecrafters holds a 4.7 Google rating across 390 reviews in Downtown Royal Oak, listed on Google as performing arts theater.
“We just saw opening night of Come From Away. It was fantastic!! Great venue too!”
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11Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen 24 hoursMemorial Park holds a 4.6 Google rating across 578 reviews, listed on Google as park.
“The car show at Memorial Park during the Dream Cruise is one of my favorite local events of the year. It’s a good mix of everything, from random classic cars to full collections of Chevys, all parked out on the grass where you can actual…”
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12Golf club
Own this business? Claim itOpen 24 hoursRed Run Golf Club is a membership-required golf course at 2036 Rochester Rd in Royal Oak, MI 48073.
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13Movie theater
Own this business? Claim itEmagine Royal Oak holds a 4.3 Google rating across 6,716 reviews, listed on Google as movie theater.
“I come mostly with my friend and or family, to matinee movies. Really like the food to my seat”
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14Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 8 PMLawson Park is at 1300 Longfellow Ave in Royal Oak, MI.
“Hidden little secret, kids can play while adults get a walk around park, only down fall no water fountain”
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15Bowling alley
Own this business? Claim itClosed todayBowlero Lanes & Lounge is a Google-listed bowling alley at 4209 Coolidge Hwy, Royal Oak, MI 48073.
“Clean lanes, pricing is ok, we had a great time Music was a bit too loud and they don't let you bring in your own food (even though we have dietary restrictions and couldn't buy regardless)”
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16Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 11 PMGrant Park is at 598 E Irving Ave in Royal Oak, MI 48067.
“This is my paradise. The best street workout field I have seen - and I have seen many. No excuses. Get jn shape and breathe the park air!”
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17Sporting goods store
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 7 PMThe Tennis & Golf Company is a small business at 30211 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak, MI.
“The employees where nice and helpful, I will come back”
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18Zoo
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 4 PMThe National Amphibian Conservation Center in Royal Oak, MI is a 12,000-square-foot conservation and research facility at a zoo.
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19Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 9 PMMeininger Park is at 600 Maxwell Ave in Royal Oak, MI.
“Beautiful park! Just wish the tennis courts were fully operational!”
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20Art school
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 9 PMAtelier School of Art is an art school at 407 E 4th St in Royal Oak, MI, offering classes for adults and youth students.
“I was inspired in trying out the grid method. You did a great job Todd, I enjoyed your tutorial photos and examples of art.”
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21Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 11 PMVFW Park is a children-friendly park at Lincoln & Campbell, listed at 1627 E 6th St in Royal Oak, MI.
“Nice size park, that was clean, and had a nice playground area for kids. Clean bathroom.”
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22Golf shop
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 6 PMDiscount Golf is a small business at 29894 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak, MI.
“If you’re looking to get quick and attentive service, this is the place to go. Not going to have the biggest selection but still really nice. I was able to get a new and used club regripped in minutes.”
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23Park
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 9 PMWagner Park is a small wooded park at N Main St and Rochester Rd in Royal Oak, MI.
“This place has a special place in my heart because of the disc golf course”
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24Golf shop
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 6 PMClub Champion at 29918 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak, MI focuses on custom golf club fitting and building.
“Jason was great to work with and a was very easy to work with!”
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25Golf driving range
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 7:30 PMRoyal Oak Golf Center is a driving range and golf practice facility at 3500 Edgar Ave in Royal Oak, MI.
“Great! Friendly place people r helpful & even though it seemed busy i got a slip right away.”
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| # | Place | Google rating | Price | Google reviews | Neighborhood | Phone | Open now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak | 5.0(17,995)5.0 out of 5 from 17995 reviews (Google rating) | — | 17,995 | Downtown Royal Oak | +1586-359-6944 | Open |
| 2 | The Great Escape Room Detroit | 4.9(2,112)4.9 out of 5 from 2112 reviews (Google rating) | — | 2,112 | — | +1248-291-7599 | Closed |
| 3 | Sandbox VR | 5.0(619)5.0 out of 5 from 619 reviews (Google rating) | — | 619 | Downtown Royal Oak | +1248-733-3828 | Closed |
| 4 | Detroit Zoo | 4.5(26,210)4.5 out of 5 from 26210 reviews (Google rating) | — | 26,210 | — | +1248-541-5717 | Open |
| 5 | Polk Penguin Conservation Center | 4.9(652)4.9 out of 5 from 652 reviews (Google rating) | — | 652 | Washington Park | +1248-541-5717 | Open |
| 6 | Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle | 4.6(2,317)4.6 out of 5 from 2317 reviews (Google rating) | — | 2,317 | — | +1248-542-9900 | Closed |
| 7 | Starr Jaycee Park | 4.6(978)4.6 out of 5 from 978 reviews (Google rating) | — | 978 | — | +1248-246-3180 | Open |
| 8 | Creative Arts Studio | 4.7(495)4.7 out of 5 from 495 reviews (Google rating) | — | 495 | Downtown Royal Oak | +1248-544-2234 | Open |
| 9 | Royal Oak Farmers Market | 4.5(1,778)4.5 out of 5 from 1778 reviews (Google rating) | — | 1,778 | Downtown Royal Oak | +1248-246-3276 | Closed |
| 10 | Stagecrafters | 4.7(390)4.7 out of 5 from 390 reviews (Google rating) | — | 390 | Downtown Royal Oak | +1248-541-6430 | — |
| 11 | Memorial Park | 4.6(578)4.6 out of 5 from 578 reviews (Google rating) | — | 578 | — | +1248-246-3180 | Open |
| 12 | Red Run Golf Club | 4.6(266)4.6 out of 5 from 266 reviews (Google rating) | — | 266 | — | +1248-548-7500 | Open |
| 13 | Emagine Royal Oak | 4.3(6,716)4.3 out of 5 from 6716 reviews (Google rating) | — | 6,716 | — | +1248-414-1000 | — |
| 14 | Lawson Park | 4.6(233)4.6 out of 5 from 233 reviews (Google rating) | — | 233 | — | +1248-246-3180 | Open |
| 15 | Bowlero Lanes & Lounge | 4.4(984)4.4 out of 5 from 984 reviews (Google rating) | — | 984 | — | +1248-549-7500 | Closed |
| 16 | Grant Park | 4.6(182)4.6 out of 5 from 182 reviews (Google rating) | — | 182 | — | +1248-246-3180 | Open |
| 17 | The Tennis & Golf Company | 4.5(309)4.5 out of 5 from 309 reviews (Google rating) | — | 309 | — | +1248-435-6800 | Open |
| 18 | National Amphibian Conservation Center | 4.9(76)4.9 out of 5 from 76 reviews (Google rating) | — | 76 | — | +1248-541-5717 | Open |
| 19 | Meininger Park | 4.5(189)4.5 out of 5 from 189 reviews (Google rating) | — | 189 | — | +1248-246-3000 | Open |
| 20 | Atelier School of Art | 5.0(53)5.0 out of 5 from 53 reviews (Google rating) | — | 53 | — | +1248-951-4400 | Open |
| 21 | VFW Park | 4.5(186)4.5 out of 5 from 186 reviews (Google rating) | — | 186 | — | — | Open |
| 22 | Discount Golf | 4.6(74)4.6 out of 5 from 74 reviews (Google rating) | — | 74 | — | +1248-544-1177 | Open |
| 23 | Wagner Park | 4.3(434)4.3 out of 5 from 434 reviews (Google rating) | — | 434 | — | +1248-246-3000 | Open |
| 24 | Club Champion | 4.4(129)4.4 out of 5 from 129 reviews (Google rating) | — | 129 | — | +1248-556-5613 | Open |
| 25 | Royal Oak Golf Center | 4.3(429)4.3 out of 5 from 429 reviews (Google rating) | — | 429 | — | +1248-549-4653 | Open |
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