Queenstown · QUEENSTOWN INDOOR FUN AND GAMES
18 tours
Out of 18 indoor things to do in queenstown covered here, these 15 earn a place in a Queenstown week. Each entry carries the current price, how much of the day it takes, and the detail the booking page glosses over.
Step into Minus 5 Ice Bar at Steamer Wharf, Queenstown, with warm gear, 2 included drinks, and hand-carved ice. Great cold-weather value.
“The experience was amazing, the hosts hyped everyone up and made the experience fun for everyone. Very enjoyable night”
Kiwi Birdlife Park in central Queenstown: all-day entry, free audio guide, free-flying birds, tuatara encounter, and kiwi viewing.
“The kiwi park was informational and well kept. My family loved seeing the kiwis and hearing about the conservation efforts.”
A 30-minute haunted house in Queenstown, guided by red lights through the old Lockhart Hotel with live scare actors.
“Pushed to the front, had a great time getting scared. I felt the scare actors were incredible at scaring the crap out of us. Would do it again in a heartbeat. And they were also super kind to a family who had a kiddo who got too scared and had to end early.”
Spend an hour inside Queenstown Ice Bar, enjoying an ice-glass drink and warm winter gear beside Skyline Gondola.
“Something you need to experience during your stay in Queenstown✨”
Wanaka fun without screens. Combo entry to Puzzling World: Tumbling Towers photos, Illusion Rooms, 3-D Great Maze, puzzles cafe.
“It was heaps of fun especially the room that is on an angle”
A 5-acre Queenstown wildlife stop focused on kiwi at night, plus a free-flight conservation show, self-guided audio, and honey tasting.
“It was an excellent experience to see NZ native animals in a sustainable environment. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended for all ages.”
Prepaid admission to Puzzling World in Wanaka, with the 3D Great Maze, puzzle games, and illusion rooms. Valid anytime during open hours.
“We had a great time exploring and looking at all the wonderful attractions. We also enjoyed the challenge of the maze at the end! It was a lot of fun! Great for adults & kids!”
Time Tripper in Queenstown, a 30-minute animated journey of Māori legend and lake science, ending with underwater views of eels, trout, ducks.
“History of Queenstown of how it was formed and Maori culture. Also the seals and diving ducks watching underwater was great experience for kids”
Glow-in-the-dark UV mini golf in Queenstown at Thrillzone. 9 holes, 8 minigames, unlimited rounds, 45-minute play window.
“Gave us lots of laughs with some quirky and crazy golf activities, good indoor fun for a cold day!”
Fear Factory in Queenstown is a 30-minute haunted house walk with live actors and special effects in the Old Lockhart Hotel, $23.
“Déçu. L'un de mes enfants de 11 ans a souhaité renoncer (peur incontrôlable), or si un participant abandonne, c'est tout le reste des participants qui doit abandonner. Au final, cela fait une prestation chère en cas d'aléa (arrêt au bout de 5 minutes).”
Hologate VR multiplayer VR in Queenstown. Pick two games, body-controlled action, gear provided, ideal rainy-day indoor fun.
“We were given a choice of 3 VR games and a tutorial before the games started. The colleagues working in Thrill Zone were all very friendly and helpful. A really fun activity, would definitely recommend VR for adults she children alike.”
A 4-hour Queenstown night out with guided stops, 5 free shots, free pizza, and Ice Bar entry, plus discounts for the rest of your stay.
“Wonderful! I loved getting to experience multiple bars and pick out my favorites to return to!”
A 45-minute, choose-your-own VR session in central Wanaka, with up to 3 games. Great for adults and kids, no experience needed.
“Great fun even the unwilling really enjoyed it! Lots to choose from and they were extremely helpful with choosing and throughout, happy customers 😃”
Realm VR Wanaka lets you choose up to four beginner-friendly VR games in an hour. Great rainy-day fun near Spencer House.
“Great experience! Chris, the owner, guided our father and son duo through multiple games, including recommendations and helpful tips. Tons of fun! Highly recommend.”
Realm VR Wanaka: 30-minute Classic VR, up to two games, 150+ adventures, friendly hosts, and easy town access for ages 10+.
“Super friendly customer service. Wide selection of games! I personally did the racing simulator and it was so awesome!”
