Queenstown: Ice Bar Crawl

Queenstown’s coolest night out is not just one frozen room. This four-hour crawl takes you from The London Bar to five party bars, with the Ice Bar included later in the route. You get five free shots, pizza, drink discounts, bar games, and a chance to win prizes tied to local activities.

I like the easy way to sample several bars in one night, especially if you want to find a favorite place to return to later. I also like the price: at $23 per person, the Ice Bar entry alone normally costs $30, before counting the drinks and food. The main drawback is timing. Starting at 9:00 PM and moving through five bars means a late, lively night with limited time to settle into any one place.

Key points at a glance

• Five bars in one night: You are escorted from The London Bar through five Queenstown venues, rather than having to plan your own route.
• Ice Bar entry included: The regular Ice Bar admission is listed at $30, while the crawl costs $23 and includes it.
• Five free shots: The shots are spread across the evening, giving the crawl a clear party focus.
• Pizza included: Food arrives during the night, a useful touch when drinks and a late start are involved.
• Games with activity prizes: Bar games add a social element and may win you prizes connected with local activities.
• Drink savings after the crawl: The discounts continue for your stay in town, not only during the four-hour event.

Starting at The London Bar at 9:00 PM

The night begins downstairs at The London Bar, 36 Shotover Street. It is next door to Fergburger, so the meeting point is simple to find in central Queenstown. Arrive ready for a late night, since 9:00 PM is the starting time rather than the time to begin making your way across town.

This first meeting point matters because the crawl removes much of the guesswork from a Queenstown night out. You do not need to compare menus, work out which door to try, or build a route between bars. An English-speaking guide gets the group moving and keeps the evening on schedule.

You should bring your passport. That is the one item specifically required, so do not leave it at your accommodation. The activity includes an express security check, which should help the group move through the night without wasting too much time at entrances.

The exact names of the other bars are not provided, so you should book this for the guided social route rather than for a promised list of particular venues. The main benefit is the chance to see five different places in one evening and then decide which ones suit you best.

Five Queenstown bars without the planning work

The heart of the experience is the escorted route through five of Queenstown’s party bars. That format works well if you are new in town, traveling alone, or simply want a ready-made night with a group around you.

I like the freedom this gives you after the event. Instead of spending your whole night in the first bar you enter, you get a quick sample of several venues. You can return to the places you prefer later, and the drink discounts remain available for the rest of your stay in town.

The tradeoff is that this is a crawl, not a relaxed evening in one pub. Moving between five bars can feel brisk, particularly if you want long conversations, a quiet drink, or time to study each menu. The format favors energy and variety over a slow, settled night.

The itinerary also makes the group part of the experience. You are being escorted together, and the games, shots, and shared pizza give people easy reasons to talk. That can be useful in a town where many visitors are looking for company after a day of outdoor activities.

The Ice Bar arrives later in the route

The Ice Bar is not the opening stop. You receive free entry later in the crawl, after the group has visited other bars. That timing gives the evening a change of pace, rather than putting the frozen bar at the very start and then repeating the same kind of stop.

The entry fee is the strongest value point. Admission is normally listed at $30, while the whole crawl costs $23. Even if you place little value on the other extras, the price compares favorably on paper because the included Ice Bar entry is worth more than the booking cost by itself.

The cold setting is also the experience’s most unusual feature. You are not simply visiting another conventional party bar. The Ice Bar gives the group a distinct stop and a memorable contrast with the rest of the night.

Still, keep your expectations in check. The supplied details do not say how long you spend inside, what drinks are served there, or which other bars come before and after it. If you want a detailed Ice Bar session with plenty of time for photographs or drinks, confirm the current timing before booking. The crawl’s purpose is to connect several venues, not to give one bar your entire evening.

Five free shots and pizza keep the night moving

Five free shots are included. This is a clear sign that the activity is aimed at a party crowd, not at visitors seeking a quiet tasting or a guide-led look at Queenstown’s bar culture.

You do not have to treat the shots as the main reason to book. Their real value is that they are built into the social rhythm of the night. They give the group shared moments at different stops and help the evening feel organized rather than like five unrelated bar visits.

Pizza is included too. That may sound basic, but late-night food matters when the crawl begins at 9:00 PM and continues until just after midnight. It gives you something substantial during the night rather than relying only on drinks.

The details do not specify the amount of pizza or when it is served. I would avoid arriving hungry on the assumption that the included food replaces a full meal. Have dinner beforehand if you need a proper meal, then treat the pizza as a useful snack during the crawl.

Drink discounts apply all night and continue for your stay in town. This is a better perk than a discount limited to one venue because you can use it after the official crawl ends. Check the current terms when you arrive, since the details do not state the percentage, participating bars, or how you claim the discount.

Games turn the crawl into a group activity

Bar games are part of the plan, with prizes connected to local activities up for grabs. This adds more structure than simply following a guide from door to door.

The games may suit you if you enjoy a little competition and do not mind joining in with a group. They also give solo visitors a natural way to meet people without needing to start every conversation themselves.

The prize details are not specified, so do not book this expecting a particular bungy jump, cruise, or other activity. The useful point is the possibility of winning something linked to Queenstown’s wider activity scene.

This is one area where your personality matters. If you prefer to keep to yourself, the games may feel like an interruption. If you enjoy playful challenges, they help break up the movement between bars and give the night a shared focus beyond drinking.

What the four-hour schedule feels like

The advertised duration is four hours. The group starts at 9:00 PM, reaches the final bar just after midnight, and you can continue partying after the official part ends.

That schedule leaves room for several stops, but not for a long stay at each one. The crawl is best viewed as a guided introduction to Queenstown’s nightlife. You sample the route, enjoy the included extras, and then decide how long you want to remain out.

The late finish is worth considering before you book. It may fit neatly after a full day in Queenstown, but it will not suit an early start the next morning. If you are planning a dawn excursion, a long drive, or an intense outdoor activity the following day, a four-hour night with five shots may be a poor match.

You also have the option to keep going after the guide finishes. That makes the final stop useful as a base for your own plans, especially if you find a bar you like. The event does not force you to end the night just after midnight.

Is $23 good value?

At $23, the package is unusually strong on the information provided. The Ice Bar entrance alone is normally $30, and the booking also includes five shots, pizza, bar games, and drink discounts.

Value depends on how you would otherwise spend your night. If you planned to visit the Ice Bar and buy drinks anyway, the crawl gives you a practical way to bundle those costs with a guided route through four other bars. If you do not drink, dislike group games, or have no interest in nightlife, the included extras will matter much less.

The price also buys convenience. You do not need to arrange five venues yourself, and you have an English-speaking guide to lead the group. That is useful in a busy resort town where your first choice of bar may not be your best choice.

I would treat the post-crawl drink discounts as a bonus rather than part of the guaranteed financial calculation. The amount and conditions are not given. The clearest value comes from the Ice Bar admission, the shots, the pizza, and the organized route.

Who will enjoy this Queenstown night out?

This activity suits you best if you want a social evening with a clear plan. It is especially practical for people new to Queenstown, solo visitors, and groups hoping to compare several party bars before choosing where to return.

It also fits travelers who like unusual stops. The Ice Bar gives the night a distinctive feature, while the other venues provide variety. The positive response from the available feedback points to that exact strength: being able to visit several bars and pick favorites for later.

The crawl may not suit you if you want a quiet pub evening, a serious cocktail experience, or a detailed tour of Queenstown’s food and drink scene. The information promises party bars, shots, games, and pizza, so the tone is clearly casual and high-energy.

Age requirements are not stated in the supplied details. You should bring your passport and confirm any current entry rules when booking. English is the tour language, and an English-speaking guide leads the group.

Booking, meeting point, and cancellation details

Meet downstairs at The London Bar, 36 Shotover Street, at 9:00 PM. The bar is next door to Fergburger, which gives you a clear central landmark.

You can reserve now and pay later, so you do not need to pay at the time of booking. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

The activity lists express security access, which is intended to help the group move through venue entry more efficiently. Bring your passport, and plan to arrive with enough time to find the downstairs meeting point before 9:00 PM.

Should you book the Ice Bar Crawl?

Book it if you want five bars, a social guide, free shots, pizza, and Ice Bar entry at a price lower than the listed normal Ice Bar admission. The strongest reason to choose it is the combination of variety and value, especially if you are new to Queenstown and want to find places worth returning to.

Skip it if you want a calm night, dislike organized games, or need an early night before a demanding morning. For the right mood, though, this is an efficient way to turn one evening into a guided taste of Queenstown nightlife, with enough freedom afterward to keep going at your preferred bar.

FAQ

Where does the Queenstown Ice Bar Crawl begin?

Meet downstairs at The London Bar, 36 Shotover Street, at 9:00 PM. The London Bar is next door to Fergburger.

How long does the Ice Bar Crawl last?

The activity lasts four hours. It begins at 9:00 PM and finishes at the final bar just after midnight.

How many bars are included?

The crawl visits five of Queenstown’s party bars, including the Ice Bar later in the route.

Is Ice Bar entry included?

Yes. Ice Bar entrance is included, and the listed regular admission price is $30.

What food and drinks are included?

You receive five free shots and pizza. Drink discounts are available throughout the night and for the rest of your stay in town.

What should I bring?

Bring your passport.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can reserve now and pay later. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.