Planning a fun trip with family can be demanding. While tagging along with kids to a new destination, it is important to consider what should be included in your vacation to keep young brains active, curious, interested, and excited. If your choice of destination for a family getaway is Kuala Lumpur, then coming up with ideas to keep your kids entertained is a breeze.
The capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, is abrim with spectacular attractions and exciting activities that entice children and adults alike. Be it outdoor experiences or indoor thrills, Kuala Lumpur promises that kids, tweens, teens, and even toddlers will have something to look forward to as soon as they arrive here. Among a plethora of experiences, check out this selection of 10 attractions and activities to do in Kuala Lumpur with kids that are quite popular with family holidaymakers.
Berjaya Times Square
Location: Berjaya Times Square Mall
Timings: Noon to 9:00 pm
Entrance fee: MYR 60 for persons above 13 years of age. MYR 50 for children aged 3 to 12 years.
Berjaya Times Square is one of the popular family holiday spots in Kuala Lumpur, especially for kids. The reason is that it houses a colossal theme park inside its magnificent mall. The Berjaya Times Square Mall, spanning four floors, isn’t just a shopper’s paradise. It tempts the adventurer in you to explore South-East Asia’s largest indoor theme park, which you can visit any time of the year and spend time enjoying rides, games, workshops, and an exhilarating indoor roller coaster ride!
KL Bird Park
Location: Perdana Botanical Gardens
Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Entrance fee: MYR 90 per adult and MYR 70 per child.
Meet feathery friends at this wonderful aviary snuggled amid the verdant Perdana Botanical Gardens in Kuala Lumpur. Spanning 21 acres, it is the world’s biggest free-flight, walk-in aviary, home to over 3,000 birds! You can spot flamingos strutting and hornbills in their extravagant flair, while parrots and macaws fly above you, and some even perch on your shoulder during bird shows. This bird paradise in Kuala Lumpur is home to over 200 species of birds, all flying freely in a shady, shrouded jungle of their own.
Petronas Twin Towers
Location: Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Timings: Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. 2nd and 4th Monday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Entrance fee: MYR 127 on weekdays and MYR 137 on weekends for adults. MYR 65 on weekdays and MYR 69 on weekends for children.
The iconic landmark of Kuala Lumpur, the Petronas Twin Towers, is an attraction that should not be missed or excluded from Kuala Lumpur packages. These two colossal, shiny steel-grey towers piercing the sky are a wonder to watch. Dominating the city centre landscape at 1483 feet above ground, with 88 levels and an interlinking bridge, the Petronas Towers are a classic example of a modern architectural marvel. Once you have admired its facade, zoom up to the Skybridge on the 42nd level. Watch kids get wide-eyed in awe as they stand and gaze out at an unrivalled view of Kuala Lumpur City. The view stays with them, and it would not be a surprise if your kids go back home and boast about visiting one of the tallest towers in Asia!
Aquaria KLCC
Location: Beneath Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Timings: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Entrance fee: MYR 80 per adult. MYR 70 per child.
Tucked beneath the KLCC, right next to the Petronas Twin Towers, is a spacious ocean realm you wouldn’t want to miss on your trip. Walk through a glass tunnel while reef sharks glide overhead, and spend hours watching fish, turtles, and other aquatic animals. The attraction captures the journey from land to ocean, meandering through highlands, marshlands, rainforests, mangroves, and the deep underwater ocean realms. It is one of the best tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur to visit with kids of all ages.
KLCC Park
Location: Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Timings: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Entrance fee: Free of Cost
Most of the activities to do in Kuala Lumpur are centred around KLCC. So, spend an entire day here – after you visit the Petronas Twin Towers and Aquaria KLCC, head to the KLCC Park to unwind and relax. Located bang in the city centre, KLCC Park is a verdant park brimming with water fountains, reflecting pools, and a sprawling Lake Symphony, glistening in the bright sunlight. The park also has a spacious children’s play area equipped with tunnels, climbing walls, swings, rope bridges, and even a wading pool for some splashy time for restless kids! So, carry along a swimsuit when you visit KLCC Park.
Sunway Lagoon
Location: Sunway Resort Hotel, Selangor
Timings: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Entrance fee: You can select from a range of admission tickets for theme parks based on your preferences. Prices differ according to your choices.
Sunway Lagoon is your instant answer to ‘What to do in Kuala Lumpur with kids?’ Set 20 minutes outside the city centre, this sprawling park comprises eight thrilling zones in one place, namely Sunway Lagoon Waterpark, Lost Lagoon, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, X Park, Scream Park, Night Park and Quack Land. It is the ultimate playground to explore thrilling rides and adventures for thrill seekers, and even to splash around for toddlers and kids, and undoubtedly one of the most popular spots for family holidaymakers to visit while in Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur Street Art
Location: Jalan Alor food market and Petaling Street
Timings: Open throughout the day.
Entrance fee: Free of Cost
Art Galleries in Kuala Lumpur are an interesting spot for grown-ups to visit and appreciate art, but for kids, the ambience as well as the art may not be that convincing or fun for them. Instead, skip those and explore the vivid, raw street art of Kuala Lumpur. These are quirky and even interactive in an imaginative sort of way, where you and your kids can also become a part of the art, making a great pose for camera clicks. You will find plenty of murals depicting Malaysian local life, nature, and city scenes, which are amazingly picturesque to fill your photo gallery.
Farm In the City
Location: Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Timings: Daily, except Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Entrance fee: MYR 58 per adult and MYR 48 per child.
What if you, along with your kids, take an animal expedition in the city? Visit Farm in the City – an interactive animal experience in Kuala Lumpur. Located around 30 30-minute drive away from Kuala Lumpur City Centre, this attraction turns kids into animal lovers, mingling and petting cows and alpacas, feeding a bunch of different animals like horses, rabbits, meerkats, turtles, and tortoises. The day takes a delightful turn as you go on to hug raccoons, watch free-flying birds, play with squirrel monkeys, and even ride a pony! Farm in the City is a dedicated seven-acre area designed into 18 zones for young visitors to enjoy some time with cute, furry, and lovable animals. A guide helps you with your tour and even shares some fun facts about these animals. It is a wonderful way to get kids to experience a slice of raw nature and animal life without leaving the city limits.
Petrosains, The Discovery Centre
Location: Suria KLCC
Timings: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Entrance fee: MYR 49 on weekdays and MYR 56 on weekends. Children pay MYR 28 on weekdays and MYR 35 on weekends. The Energy Capsule ride would cost extra.
Let kids step into scientists’ shoes for a day at Petrosains Discovery Centre. Grown-ups take a step back here and watch proudly as their kids delightfully try solving a scientific puzzle, watch them get curious about molecular science, and use their little minds to program a NASA Mars Rover. Kids can step back in time at GeoTime Diorama and walk the planet with dinosaurs, or zoom to see the future with a ride in the Energy Capsule. Grown-ups can join in the fun with a Robo Soccer match challenge, and tiny toddlers can have their fair share of fun at the TotSpot area. This attraction isn’t just for fun and thrills, but also lets kids partake in the knowledge and magic of science. Do give it a try on your next visit.
Petaling Street (Chinatown)
Location: Jalan Petaling, City Centre
Timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Entrance fee: Free of Cost
Lastly, explore Petaling Street – one of Kuala Lumpur’s vibrant ethnic streets. This is where you can expose your kids to glimpses of the Chinese community, their food, and cultural vibes. The medley of tourists and locals bustling on a stretch lined with brightly painted shophouses and stalls packed with Chinese souvenirs, food stalls, and restaurants looks exceedingly appealing. Here’s a chance for them to learn about a culture apart from what they learn in school textbooks. The experience is informative and visually pleasing, leaving it lasting impression in their minds for a long time. A visit during Chinese New Year further enhances your experience, as the streets look adorably picturesque in brightly lit, hanging lanterns and Chinese decorations.
Conclusion
Kuala Lumpur charms everyone in the family, even the young visitors who love being wide-eyed and curious about what this city has in store for them. This buzzing capital has many thrills up its sleeves that can turn your kid’s ‘Are we there yet?’ into ‘Can we stay here forever?’ From aquariums and animal encounters to thrilling rides both indoors and outdoors, the fun element is abundant. There are many more exciting spots to check out, such as I-City Themepark or Skytrex Adventures, but these are far from the city centre, requiring a longer time to commute. With the above-mentioned attractions, you can easily access them in a shorter duration as all are conveniently located close to or around the city centre, making it more manageable to travel with children and create cherished family moments.
