Fun @ LEGOLAND Malaysia Theme Park
Visiting Malaysia with your kids? Then LEGOLAND Malaysia definitely deserves a place in your itinerary. It is a wonderworld for all LEGO fans, in fact for everyone because who doesn't like LEGO?
This park has a variety of rides and attractions all constructed out of LEGO Bricks. And that's why it has been a favourite among tourists of all age groups. You have to visit it to see what can be done with Legos, it is truly astounding!
Located in Johor Bahru, the southernmost city of Malaysia, Legoland Malaysia has everything you want from a theme park - LEGO theme park, water park, exciting rides, underwater life experience, amazing shows and a host of other attractions.
In this article, we will provide you with complete guidance on things to do in LEGOLAND Malaysia.
But let's give you the most important information first: how to get the LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets. Due to its popularity, there's almost always a long queue at LEGOLAND.
It is so annoying to stand in a queue and wait for the enjoyment to begin, isn't it? Book the LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets online from Pelago by Singapore Airlines' website instead and walk into the park without any hassle. We have a host of packages specially made for you so that you pay for only the experience you want, and nothing extra!
LEGOLAND Malaysia Map
Spread across 76 acres, LEGOLAND Malaysia packs in itself a wide variety of entertainment options and activities. The entire area is divided into zones, each offering different LEGOLAND Malaysia activities. Chalking out your course before visiting can save you a lot of time and steps too!
Start by obtaining a map for LEGOLAND Malaysia.
Let's break down the zones to understand it more clearly. LEGOLAND Malaysia has three kinds of zones:
LEGOLAND Malaysia Theme Park
Legoland Malaysia Water Park
LEGOLAND Malaysia SEA LIFE
LEGOLAND Malaysia Theme Park
a) The Beginning
You will be transported to the wonder world of LEGO, the moment you enter LEGOLAND Malaysia. There's a LEGO Big Shop at the entrance which stocks thousands of LEGO with different kinds of themes. There's also a LEGO bricks shop which sells different types of accessories and LEGO bricks. You will find a mini market here to stock up on snacks, water and other things you need for your day in the park. But don't worry, there are plenty of food joints and restaurants inside LEGOLAND too!
Now let's take a look at the different theme parks that await you in this huge entertainment locale.
b) LEGO Technic
Walk further down from The Beginning to reach LEGO Technic. Get ready to enjoy some LEGOLAND Malaysia rides here. Also, let your creativity bloom here. This zone is further divided into areas such as Planet LEGOLAND which offers an immersive experience with thousands of LEGO bricks, Aquazone Wave Racers, where you get to enjoy the waves and spin around the awesome racers, The Great LEGO Race where you can hop on the world's first LEGO virtual reality roller coaster here and get a VR experience as well.
This zone features other rides such as the Technic Twister, LEGO Mindstorms and a LEGO Academy where creative workshops are held.
c) LEGO City
Taking a right from LEGO Technic will take you to LEGO City, an entire city made with LEGO. Enjoy a range of LEGOLAND Malaysia activities here such as a Driving School where your youngsters can earn their own driving licenses, activities in Legoland Malaysia with colourful aeroplanes, and the world-famous LEGOLAND Express which lets you chug your way through the main attractions of the park and more!
d) Land of Adventure
Further right from the LEGO City is the Land of Adventure where you get to travel to the world of Pharaohs and dinosaurs. Enjoy Dino Island, which offers a thrilling journey up a forgotten and lost volcano on a log boat, Lost Adventure Kingdom, where you can discover the secrets of an ancient temple while you go treasure hunting, a bouncy ride at Beetle Bounce and an indoor playground named Pharaoh's Revenge.
e) Imagination
Walk further down from the Land of Adventure to reach Imagination featuring DUPLO-inspired play zones with plenty of opportunities for racing, building and sky-rising activities. There is a playtown, a LEGO Studio where you can enjoy a 4D movie, a Kids Power Tower which takes you up into the sky and then falls to the bottom and rises all over again and much more! Don't forget to climb up the Observation Tower and enjoy a 360-degree view of the entire LEGOLAND.
f) LEGO Kingdoms
Further down from Imagination is LEGO Kingdoms, where you get to enter a magnificent caste and enjoy the legendary folklore of fearless knights and fearsome dragons. This zone offers some of the best LEGOLAND rides in Malaysia. The Royal Joust, a fairytale ride where your little ones enjoy a ride on their personal LEGO horse while travelling through a medieval forest, the carousel called Merlin's Challenge and Dragon's Apprentice are hot favourites.
g) LEGO NINJAGO World
Take a left from LEGO Kingdoms to reach LEGO Ninjago World, specially designed for all the small Ninjas. It is an indoor-themed area which takes you to a NINJAGO universe and becomes a Master of Spinjitzu. Your child is going to love the rides here. There's a rock climbing wall too!
h) Miniland
Straight down from the LEGO NINJAGO World, right opposite The Beginning is the Miniland, which houses miniature versions of Asia's iconic landmarks, all made with LEGO bricks. Featuring 30 million LEGO bricks, it is a masterpiece in itself. Discover renowned attractions from 17 Asian countries including the Petronas Twin Towers of Kuala Lumpur, Taj Mahal from India, the Merlion in Singapore and much more!
Legoland Malaysia Water Park
Who doesn't like a splash, especially in the hot climate of Malaysia? Located left to The Beginning is Legoland Malaysia Water Park, which offers you much-needed relief where you can splash your day away. Float on a hand-built raft or slide down unique water slides - you will be spoilt for choices here!
Some of the most popular rides are Twin Chaser, Tibal Tube and the Wave Rider. There's also an imagination station where you can take a break from the water and unleash your inner creative genius.
LEGOLAND Malaysia SEA LIFE
There's a full-fledged SEA LIFE aquarium within LEGOLAND Malaysia featuring a wide variety of aquatic creatures. Your little ones will be in awe of this place, we promise! With jellyfish, stingrays, seahorses and a range of other creatures, this is an underwater wonderworld.
There are even rock pools where you can get up close with aquatic creatures. Stroke a starfish under the guidance of their experts and learn a thing or two about the microhabitats in which these aquatic species survive.
It is easy to get confused with what to see and what not, as LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park has so much to offer. That's why we've created a detailed guide with an itinerary to follow when you're there.
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Photo Spots
We know you want to capture all the memories you create at LEGOLAND Resort Malaysia. So let's talk about photo spots.
The good news is there's no dearth of photo spots in LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park, and all are Insta-worthy too! Here's our curated list of top spots for LEGOLAND Malaysia resort photos that you have to try!
The Colourful Elephant
Located at The Beginning, this colourful elephant built with coloured LEGO bricks will make you take out your camera for sure.
The Great LEGO Race at Technic
Take a pic with the LEGO cart and checkered finish line before you jump on the ride here.
Castle Drawbridge at LEGO Kingdoms
Put on knight gear and pose at the castle drawbridge at LEGO Kingdoms. The magnificent castle makes the perfect backdrop for a great photo.
DUPLO Playtown
DUPLO Playtown has various interactive zones made with colourful LEGO bricks. All make for excellent settings for your Insta dump.
Petronas Twin Towers at Miniland
One of the stars of Miniland is the Petronas Twin Towers, and definitely the most photo-worthy too.
Ancient Egyptian Temple at the Land of Adventure
The ancient Egyptian Temple at the Land of Adventure provides the perfect spot for photos. The massive Pharaoh statue made with LEGO bricks adds to the wow factor.
LEGO Wave Pool at the Water Park
The wave pool at the water park makes the perfect setting for LEGOLAND waterpark Malaysia photos. Capture all the fun moments you spend here.
Sunken Shipwreck at the SEA LIFE
A highlight of SEA LIFE is a sunken ship which recreates the Portuegese Wanli shipwreck adorned with beautiful underwater lighting. A spot waiting to be clicked.
The Ocean Tunnel at the SEA LIFE
Another must-do is to pose in the tunnel while fish swim over your head and on your sides.
LEGOLAND Malaysia Food
And while we're discussing the LEGOLAND Malaysia map, let's talk about food as well. After all, no day out is complete without some sumptuous food.
You'll be spoilt for choices at LEGOLAND Malaysia. Food joints are located almost everywhere. Burger, pizza, pasta, steaks, sausages, ice creams - you name it and you'll get it here.
Rides & Attractions at LEGOLAND Malaysia
Now the point is, there's too much to do at LEGOLAND, so much so that even 3 days won't be enough. So what to do?
Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are our picks for the best rides in LEGOLAND Malaysia that should make entry to your itinerary.
The Great LEGO Race at LEGO Technic
First up in our list of best LEGOLAND rides in Malaysia is the Great LEGO Race where you can ride in the world's first LEGO virtual reality roller coaster here and get a VR experience as well. You will be given a VR headset to experience the action from all directions. And everything is made out of LEGO bricks!
Aquazone Wave Racers at LEGO Technic
Love water? Then this zone is ideal for you. Enjoy the waves and spin around the awesome racers while making loads of memories with your family and friends. The water bombs triggered by passers-by add to the fun.
LEGO NINJAGO The Ride at LEGO NINJAGO World
This ride provides an immersive 4D experience while you take a journey to a parallel NINJAGO universe. Your kids will get to move and train like a ninja for the day. You will also get a chance to control elements of earth, ice, lightning and fire with your hands.
Dino Island at the Land of Adventure
Enjoy a thrilling journey up a forgotten and lost volcano on a log boat, while you glide past animated LEGO dinos. Crash down the waters with a huge splash for some added fun. Keep in mind that a rider has to be 130cm in height to ride alone. Riders between 110cm - and 130cm can be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Junior Driving School at LEGO City
Your youngsters can earn their own driving license here! Yes, you heard it right. After watching a safety video, your kid can take the wheel of an electric car and drive around this zone, fully equipped with roundabouts, traffic lights, speed cameras and even LEGO policemen.
Kids Power Tower at Imagination
This one-of-its-kind ride takes you up into the sky and then falls to the bottom and rises all over again. And all this is done using simple science and fun. It is a learning experience as your children learn how pulleys work. It is a scintillating experience indeed!
Boating School at LEGO City
If your kid is a water enthusiast, then this ride in LEGOLAND Malaysia is for them. They can put their navigation skills to the test while they take control of the battery-powered LEGO.
Royal Joust at LEGO Kingdom
Ideal for younger children, this fairytale ride lets your little ones enjoy a ride on their personal LEGO horse while travelling through a medieval forest.
Dragon's Apprentice at LEGO Kingdom
This mini rollercoaster is tailor-made for young children. Hop on the roller coaster and the twists and turns of the rollercoaster, while viewing the Kingdom Castle. Don't forget to say hi to the LEGO courtier and his fair maiden on the way!
Want to know more? Learn more details about LEGOLAND Malaysia attractions and special tips to elevate your journey to this theme park.
How to Get to LEGOLAND Resort Malaysia?
LEGOLAND Malaysia is located in Johor Bahru, the southernmost city in Malaysia. Johor Bahru is also connected to Singapore via a bridge.
How to Go to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Kuala Lumpur?
LEGOLAND is located approximately 3 hours 40 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur. Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to LEGOLAND Malaysia is quite convenient. You can take a flight to Johor Bahru Airport or a bus or train to JB Sentral, the integrated bus and train station. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to Legoland.
You can also book a private cab from Kuala Lumpur for a more comfortable ride. The package will include admission tickets to LEGOLAND. If you want to choose only the private transfer, but not the admission tickets, you can choose this option.
There's also a choice of booking a one-way direct pickup from your hotel to LEGOLAND. You can also book a one-way transfer from LEGOLAND Malaysia to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur and LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur City.
You can also book a direct transfer from LEGOLAND Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur Airport.
Travelling from Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia
It takes approximately 2 hours to reach LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore. So if you're visiting Singapore, you can simply plan a day trip to LEGOLAND.
A variety of options are available for this travel. You can book a private cab, although it may turn out to be quite pricey. Alternatively, you can book a shared transfer from Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia.
Buses are the cheapest option, though not the most convenient one. You will have to change multiple buses to reach LEGOLAND as direct transfers are not available. It may be more time-consuming also.
You can read our guide on reaching LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore to know more details.
Hotels Near LEGOLAND Malaysia
Let's discuss stay options, which you may especially need if you're planning a two-day visit to the park or travel from Kuala Lumpur.
Here are a few options that you can look at:
LEGOLAND Malaysia Hotel
The good news is there's a LEGO hotel located at LEGOLAND called the LEGOLAND Hotel Malaysia. It's super fun to stay here and provides the ultimate LEGO luxury experience. The rooms have special themes such as NINJAGO, adventure, pirate and more! Some rooms have treasure chests and toy models. You and your kids will love it here!
Address: No 7, Jln Legoland, Bandar, 79250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia (map)
Cost: Room rent starts from SGD 188 approximately.
Sunway Hotel Big Box
Located only 3.4 kilometres from LEGOLAND Sunway Hotel Big Box is a four-star hotel in Sunway City Iskander Puteri at Johor Bahru. They have rooms for different budgets catering to different kinds of travellers. With a swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant, this hotel provides all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. They provide a complimentary shuttle service to LEGOLAND Malaysia too!
Address: Big Box, Sunway Hotel, Persiaran Medini 5, Sunway City, 79250 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia (map)
Cost: Room rent starts from SGD 92 approximately.
Pinetree Marina Resort
Another good option for a hotel near LEGOLAND Malaysia is the four-star hotel Pinetree Marina Resort. The resort has amenities that attract adults and children alike such as a sauna, kid's library and playroom, gym and infinity pool. And the view of Puteri Harbour from the hotel is the cherry on the cake.
Address: Jln Persiaran Tanjung, Pengkalan Puteri, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia (map)
Cost: Room rent starts from SGD 110 approximately.
You can read our guide, The Best Hotels Near LEGOLAND Malaysia for Your Fun Vacation , to learn about more hotels near Legoland Malaysia.
A Final Word
LEGOLAND Malaysia is a theme park like no other. If you're travelling with kids or a LEGO nerd yourself, don't think twice about including it in your itinerary. With the wide array of activities that it offers, it will be worth your while visiting the place.
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