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Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World

188 Main Highway, Wanaka 9343, New Zealand
03 443 7489
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Ranked #6 of 14 attractions in Wanaka
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World is a world-unique attraction with the theme of puzzling eccentricity! Take some amazing photos of our crazy... more » Owner description: Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World is a world-unique attraction with the theme of puzzling eccentricity! Take some amazing photos of our crazy buildings and toilets, our Illusion Rooms must be seen to be believed and the Great Maze, the worlds first 'modern-styled' maze, is a fascinating challenge for the whole family. Operating since 1973, this is a true Kiwi icon suitable for all ages and budgets and is a must-see on any tourist itinerary. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

The maze and most of the rooms were average but I really enjoyed the tilted room right at the end where you feel like you are walking crooked. Does make you feel a little bit sick after a while (similar to motion sickness) but still fun. Had to try and get my mind around how a ball could go up... More

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Vienna, Austria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Who hasn't dreamt as a child of roaming through a labyrinth struggling to find the right path? This dream comes true in this really puzzling world near Wanaka. It is really fun and challenging to visit all four towers in the right order and will keep you occupied for the better part of two hours. In the indoor exhibit friends... More

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Queenstown, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Very great attraction, provides a lot of amusement and mind boggling experiences :) great place to visit! recommend it to every one! Just make sure not get lost in the great maze and don't let the leaning tower fall on you!!

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

My husband and I went along to both the illusions and the Great Maze. It was great fun, but the science behind it was awesome too. Don't rush this visit, there is so much to see and take in - it really is excellent. The Great Maze took us 45 mins for the Standard Challenge and was fun! We walked... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Awesome experience, a place not to be missed if your in the area but allow a couple of hours to really appreciate all puzzle world has to offer.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

A great place to visit for young and old alike. The entrance fee is very reasonable and the exhibits fantastic and professionally done. You can almost feel the owners' passion for all things puzzling and optical illusions. Highly recommended.

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Blenheim
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Definitely worth a visit... great entertainment venue for Wanaka locals on a cold day... in winter dress well for the outdoor maze...awesome place

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PuzzlingWorld, Manager at Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Hi Simpson, Thanks for your awesome review! I'm really glad you had such a good time with us on a cold, wintery day! With an average of 45 mins sent in the maze your suggestion to bring a jacket is a good one! We look forward to seeing you again at PW Kind regards, Duncan Manager More

Portsmouth, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Loved the maze -and we managed it without using the emergency exits! The toilets en route to the real ones are so funny! Had to drag ourselves away from the mini puzzles on the tables in the entrance/café area otherwise we'd never have seen the rest! Loved the gravity room and holograms -in fact we loved it all, especially when... More

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PuzzlingWorld, Manager at Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Hi DerbyFan, Thanks for your excellent review! It sounds like you hd a real blast with all that we offer and I'm especially pleased you took on the maze without resorting to the cheat doors! We have considered putting markers on the front lawn for the best Leaning Tower shots but think this might spoil the fun a bit?! -... More

Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Had a day of fun and laughter at Puzzling World! Really amazing illusions and paintings can be seen there. I did not do the maze as it was really cold that day and i did not want my mum to be lost and frustrated while in the cold. When to the illusions room and it was really wonderful. \Don't forget... More

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PuzzlingWorld, Manager at Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Hi Simon, Thanks for your fantasic review! I'm really glad you had such a good time especially considering only 1/2 the activites were seen. I'm stoked you enjoed the illusionary paintings we've added as well - did youy visit both toilet blocks? With comments like "Overall an awesome experience and a place where u can bring the entire family to... More

Woking, England, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

This was really cool we popped here on our was to Queenstown leaving Wanaka. The manager was the Son of the owner who had a good relationship with Kiwi Experience who we were driving with, I think it was roughly $14 plus we got a bacon sandwich thrown in too. The staff are so friendly really nice. The gravity room... More

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PuzzlingWorld, Manager at Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Hi Jenny, Thanks for your brilliant review! EPIC - love it :) Yep, KiwiEx have been long-time supporters of Puzzling World and we love seeing you guys come in every morning for a play and some hangover-solving bacon action! It sounds like you and your partner really enjoyed all that we offer and I'm particualy pleased you found our crew... More

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