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Fear Factory Queenstown

54 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
+64 3-442 8666
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Different yet Similar but still Great

Although I was initially very skeptical about visiting such a place (having visited similar... read more

Reviewed 18 December 2017
Carlo L
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Dunedin, New Zealand
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Terrifying

Have lived in QT for ages and never did Fear Factory because I thought it wouldn't scare me. How... read more

Reviewed 18 December 2017
lathonez
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London, United Kingdom
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Experience true terror, fun and frights at Fear Factory, Queenstown's newest, scariest haunted attraction! Be brave, grab a tight hold of your best friends and enjoy the horror that lurks in our spooky halls!
  • Excellent83%
  • Very good13%
  • Average2%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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54 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
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Reviewed 18 December 2017 via mobile

Although I was initially very skeptical about visiting such a place (having visited similar attractions), the actors and the design of the place was interesting and was of a good length. This is a great place to go to should you only have limited time...More

1  Thank Carlo L
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Hello Carlo L - thank you for your great review, and your compliments too! Merry Christmas from all our Team

Reviewed 18 December 2017

Have lived in QT for ages and never did Fear Factory because I thought it wouldn't scare me. How wrong I was, so scary! Made me feel like a little kid. Top crew running the show too which makes all the difference!

1  Thank lathonez
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you lathonez! Your review is great for us to read especially about our staff - made our day :-) MerryChristmas from all the 'Top Crew' too!

Reviewed 17 December 2017 via mobile

As part of a Christmas work party, We made a stop at Fear Factory. This was definitely a highlight of the day. An emotional rollercoaster. Seeing my CEO and Sales VP squirm in front was absolute gold. Something I will never let them forget about....More

1  Thank James C
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Haha James C sounds like an epic night! So pleased to know how much you enjoyed your visit, Merry Christmas from all our Team :)

Reviewed 17 December 2017

Went here for our Christmas work do. I had done it a few times already but always in larger groups. This time there were 4 of us and it definitely felt scarier! Would definitely recommend a visit.

1  Thank Olliemarson123
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

We aim to just keep getting scarier and scarier haha!! Thanks Olliemarson123 we loved reading your review! Merry Christmas from all our Team

Reviewed 17 December 2017

Visited Fear Factory for a company holiday party. We split into groups of 4, which was the perfect size to go through this scaring experience. It was hilarious hearing co-workers squeal and shout when they got scared throughout the experience. We all had a good...More

Thank James B
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Hi James B, We're glad to know how much you enjoyed your company party with us - and we agree, is always fun to see your fellow workers experience our Haunted Hallways!! ;-) Merry Christmas from all our Team

Reviewed 17 December 2017

I fell over backwards about 3 times with fright!! they've timed it perfectly, the exit was there as soon as I was feeling like I actually needed to get out! 5 more minutes and I'd have been a wreck. Thanks to the team of sickos...More

1  Thank Natalie R
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Hi natmjr271 - thank you for your great review made our day haha!! Merry Christmas from all our Team here in Queenstown

Reviewed 17 December 2017

I have been several times to Fear Factory and love it! I'm not sure which is better/worse, not knowing, or knowing what to expect. They get me every time and is amazing, they have done such a good job!

1  Thank BenCalder
Viv S, Owner at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

That's great to know BenCalder! Thank you for your review, is wonderful to read how much you enjoyed yourself - a big compliment which we all much appreciate :-) Merry Christmas!

Reviewed 9 December 2017

We went as a large group for our work do. Everyone enjoyed it. Well organised but a bit slow with the photos and they are verrry expensive at $50.More

Thank S0uthernSeni0r
TheFearFactoryTeam, General Manager at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 17 December 2017

Hi SouthernSenior, It's great you could come with your colleagues. We're so sorry for the wait with your pictures, at the time we had a few camera malfunctions along with a busy staff changeover period so do please accept our apologies. FYI - our full...More

Reviewed 2 December 2017 via mobile

This haunted house is the most well done one I have ever been to. I have been to many in Los Angeles/Hollywood area and none compare. I thought it’d be impossible for me to get scared, but it worked. If you have some down time...More

1  Thank Arianna J
TheFearFactoryTeam, Manager at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 17 December 2017

Hi Arianna, Thanks so much for taking the time to write us a review! We're glad we were able to stand up in comparison to some of the Haunts in America. Feel free to visit us again at Halloween, that's when it gets REALLY scary!...More

Reviewed 30 November 2017 via mobile

WOW,I ve been before & was thrilled senseless, those guys have taken the experience to a whole new level, scarifying to the max, warp 10, my wife Haley a first timer, was shocked senseless, they really took here to another level of fear she didnt...More

Thank Shogun55
TheFearFactoryTeam, General Manager at Fear Factory Queenstown, responded to this reviewResponded 17 December 2017

Hi Hayley and Kevin! Wow, what a review! Your kind words meant so much to us :) We try to change the experience every time to keep those who've been before in the dark so we're glad you got some fresh terror with your latest...More

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alpal78
13 December 2017|
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Response from Manish_B28 | Reviewed this property |
No you can't see the actors but yes you can feel and sense them they are closer to you than you think. the don't grab you but sometime they touch your leg or shoulder. Sometime they ran beside you sometime suddenly appear... More
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tara124428
6 January 2017|
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Response from TheFearFactoryTeam | Property representative |
Hi Tara12442... Maximum group sizes of 6 at one time. We don't mix groups so you will only go through with your friends or family :-). Thanks, The Fear Factory Team
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matildaotway
26 September 2016|
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Response from TheFearFactoryTeam | Property representative |
Hello, The experience last between 15 - 20 minutes once you enter but we say allow 30 minutes to be safe.
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