Family-friendly things to do in KL and Selangor
Now that travel restrictions are beginning to ease in Malaysia, we're sure that many families out there have been anticipating the reopening of popular attractions in the capital city. From water parks to animal farms, look no further than this list when you're ready to head out and have a fun-filled time with your loved ones ?
1. Zoo Negara
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Spending an afternoon at Zoo Negara is a great way to get your kids to familiarise with their favourite animals up close! Packed with rides, shows and animal feeding sessions, take the tram ride and see various animals including elephants, white lions, orangutans, Malayan tapirs and more. Make sure to spend some time to see the adorable penguins and our resident panda!
P.S.To ease your planning, make sure to check out our ultimate family-friendly guide to Zoo Negara Malaysia!
2. Aquaria KLCC
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Take your family adventure to the underwater world at Aquaria KLCC, a state-of-the-art oceanarium in Kuala Lumpur. Located just beneath the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and only minutes away from the iconic Twin Towers, this one of a kind attractions is where you can witness an amazing showcase of 5,000 land bound and aquatic creature exhibits.
3. Berjaya Times Square
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Drop by Berjaya Times Square Theme Park, Malaysia's largest indoor theme park located right in the heart of KL City! Divided into three sections: Galaxy Station, Fantasy Garden and Virtual Reality, you can ride the Supersonic Odyssey rollercoaster, experience the rotating Spinning Orbit, or create your own avatar at Cosmo Theater.
4. Farm In The City
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Give your kids a chance to feed a Himalayan striped squirrel, pet an adorable Alpaca, and surround themselves with cuddly rabbits at Farm In The City. Within a traditional Malay village setting, your little ones can interact with the animals in a comfortable environment. There are also many stations set up, so your kids can see various animals up close including a giant tortoise, parrots, swans and more.
5. Sunway Lagoon
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There are so many activities to do at Sunway Lagoon Theme Park that it might take you a few days to complete everything! Have a splash at their massive water park with slides, a manmade beach and tons and tons of water rides from high-speed tube slides to six-lane waterslides.
6. KL Bird Park
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Did you know that KL Bird Park is the world's largest free-flight walk-in aviary? Since it's conveniently located in Kuala Lumpur, make sure to spend an afternoon at this family-friendly attraction. Besides seeing flamingos gather at the nearby pond and catching the eagle feeding shows, there are other birds species your kids can look out for, including the blue peacock, parrots, pigeons, yellow-billed storks and more.
7. Sunway Pyramid Ice
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Sunway Pyramid is the retail heart of Sunway City and packs a punch in terms of shopping and F&B offerings. With over 1,000 stores available, not only will you and your family get to shop till you drop here, everyone gets to look forward to all the excitement that Sunway Pyramid Ice has to offer. Get ready to throw on a pair of ice skates and feel the thrill of gliding across ice in a shopping mall.
Tips you should know when visiting
- Pack the essentials before leaving your house which include masks, hand sanitizers and wet wipes.
- Keep social distancing at all times.
- Adhere to the SOPs implemented.
- If you're not feeling well, it is best to stay home and rest up.
- Confirm the opening hours of the attraction as they are subject to change due to prevailing uncertainties of the pandemic.
With these tips in mind, we hope that you and your loved ones have a great time together while staying safe! ?
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