COMBO Admission: Puzzling World, Wanaka
Overview
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Enjoy this iconic, unique attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience.
Encouraging problem solving and entertainment try the world’s first multi-storied Great Maze and the huge Puzzle Café where you can try your hand at one of many brain-benders at the tables.
Mind not boggled? - Visit the six Illusion rooms from brand new, fully immersive ‘glow rooms’, following faces and a shrinking room to one where sculptures defy physics and another where objects glide uphill, your notion of reality will be tested! Just wait until you check out the bathrooms where more visual trickery awaits.
Located 2km on the main highway north of Wanaka, this is a must-see attraction on any itinerary.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for participants with major balance issues or other serious medical conditions
Wheelchair accessible (all areas except Great Maze over-bridges)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Infants (0-4) are free
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Free Parking
All activities
Info Guide (in own language)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Puzzling World
Puzzling World is an iconic, unique and award winning attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience. Your COMBO admission allows you to experience everything on offer. Encouraging problem solving and entertainment we invented the world’s first 3-D maze, a huge Puzzle Café where you can try your hand at one of many brain-benders at the tables and six incredible Illusion Rooms where your notion of reality will be tested! We invite you to come and enjoy Wanaka’s wonderful world of weirdness.
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COMBO Admission: Puzzling World, Wanaka
Reviews
78 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had fun at Puzzling...
John D,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had fun at Puzzling World! We had fun navigating The Great Maze which was big. It was challenging finding the 4 towers in a certain order. We had even more fun indoors with the interactive illusion rooms which had a ton of different exhibits. The Ames House and the Tilted Gallery in particular had everyone laughing. We also had fun trying some puzzles in the Think Take Cafe.
Worth a visit
Sarah B,
Mar 28, 2025
- Viator
4.00Well worth a visit on a rainy day. The rooms were interesting and the maze frustrating! Perhaps more assumed at younger families but still enjoyable. Staff friendly and welcoming.
A-MAZE-ing fun!
Melissa W,
Jan 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00We 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!
Must visit and experience this place.
Sheetal M,
Jan 11, 2025
- Viator
4.00Puzzling world is good fun for kids and adults. We really enjoyed it. Sad couldn’t take pic in illusion house
Experience for rain day
Miri F,
Oct 25, 2024
- Viator
3.00Nice to pass a rainy day. The rooms were nice but not very special. The maze was nice but repeatetive.
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