10 Best Theme Parks in KL for Family-Friendly Fun

Best Theme Parks in KL

There’s no denying it. Malaysians are theme park crazy. And nowhere are they bigger in the country than in Kuala Lumpur (KL).

Whether indoor theme parks in a mall (yes, even malls need to provide people with a dose of adrenaline) or water attractions to help you beat the tropical heat, Malaysia is filled with all sorts of exciting places to spend the weekend. And it just so happens that the capital is the jewel in Malaysia’s theme park crown.

So, start ticking off your bucket list today with the 10 best theme parks in KL:

Berjaya Times Square Theme Park

No list of best theme parks in KL (or Malaysia, for that matter) is complete without a mention of Berjaya Times Square Theme Park. This massive, sprawling behemoth of a theme park is surprisingly hidden inside a mall, making it the largest indoor theme park in Malaysia.

Three-storeys of fun, and 33,000 feet of adventure since 2003, there’s no better place to take a break than at this OG attraction of entertainment with rip-roaring rides, quirky installments, VR, and the Fantasy Garden that's great for families with young kids.

If you'd like to find out more about Berjaya Times Square Theme Park, here's a full guide.

Sunway Lagoon Theme Park

Without a doubt, Sunway Lagoon belong to the Hall of Fame of awesome theme parks in KL.

This mega-sized attraction offers you the crème de la crème of theme park experiences in Malaysia, with up to 90 different theme park rides and attractions, including roller coasters, water slides, haunted houses, a Nickelodeon water theme park, and even one of the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges.

One thing's for sure, no theme park pilgrimage is complete without a Sunway theme park visit.

ESCAPE Challenge Adventure Park

More indoor theme park fun comes in the form of ESCAPE Challenge at Paradigm Mall PJ, the perfect place for adventure in the Klang Valley. Originally an outdoor adventure park in Penang, the indoor version in Petaling Jaya lets you enjoy an adrenaline kick - rain or shine.

And it’s great for little ones to get out of their comfort zones too, with wall climbing, zip lines, and rope courses. It's definitely one of the more unique Kuala Lumpur theme parks to check out.

VAR Live

Who says that amusement parks must be all about rollercoasters and water slides? These days, virtual reality has joined the theme park crowd and the best example is VAR LIVE, one of the coolest theme parks in KL (and the largest of its kind too).

Get your pulses racing with a digital dose of adrenaline with attractions like Crazy Rush and Zombie Jail and enter another dimension – the dimension of free-roaming, non-stop VR fun.

Jump Street Asia Trampoline Park

Dodgeball on trampolines? Futsal?

A wall that lets you stick on it like a lizard or mosquito? Count us in! You can do all that and more at the Jump Street Asia Trampoline Park.

Enjoy jumping on the various trampolines before trying out all the other wacky games available from 17 different attractions. Do yourself a favour and make enough time for the foam pit – the star of the show at this park.

SuperPark Malaysia

The capital is packed with incredible indoor theme parks and one of the best indoor theme parks in KL is SuperPark Malaysia, a unique all-in-one entertainment park split over two levels and three zones, with obstacle courses, a scooting park, and guess this, an ice-skating rink.

Head on over to Avenue K Shopping Mall to find this family-fun paradise and spend the day here with the gang – there’s something for everyone here, and the two-hour admission time is worth your money.

KidZania Kuala Lumpur

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What if you could have a theme park dedicated entirely to kids that lets them experience the real world but in a way that’s fun yet educational? It sounds unreal but let us tell you that it is not.

Enter KidZania in Kuala Lumpur. One of the most kid-friendly theme parks in KL, this fun-filled attraction is more mini-city than a theme park. There’s a hospital, bank, supermarket, and more. And your little one can have fun with role-playing games activities that will take them beyond the classroom.

Wet World Water Park

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KL’s heat is sweltering. But you can always cool off with a good ol’ water park. And they don’t come cooler than Wet World Water Park Shah Alam, a loveable Carribbean-themed water park that’ll give you a splashing good time.

Beat the heat with wet and watery attractions like the Super Hurricane, Kiddy Typhoon Lagoon, and Caribbean Rider. Parents will also be pleased to know that the park is built with kid-friendly safety features that ensure the water level doesn’t exceed one-metre. For more details, check out our full guide here.

99 Wonderland Park

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Who says that you must make time in the day to visit a theme park? Nocturnal humans, 99 Wonderland Park is the nighttime escape for you.

After dark is when this park comes to life, with light installations and a colourful musical fountain that’s great for the gram.

Oh, and there’s an open-concept zoo too, so you can chill out up close with wildlife like the Malaysian tapir, meerkats, swans, monkeys, and sun bears.

Discovery Park at Gamuda Cove

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Discover a sense of adventure and thrill at the Discovery Park at Gamuda Cove, a large theme park that gives you the best of indoor and outdoor fun.

Its locale at the lush Paya Indah Wetlands means that you can take a relaxing cruise or scenic hot air balloon at any time. But if you’re all about that thrill, conquer your fear of heights at the lofty Goosebumps Rope Course or hop on an ATV and put the pedal to the metal.

Bonus: Other Awesome Theme Parks Near KL

Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park

Okay, so Genting is technically in Pahang and not in KL. But hey, it’s near enough.

And you'll be spoiled for choice at Genting SkyWorlds, one of Resorts World Genting's must-see attractions. With over 26 fun-filled rollercoasters, adventure rides, and attractions for all ages, it’s impossible to not include Genting's outdoor theme park in this list.

Plan a day out with the family at this Genting theme park, with unique movie-inspired worlds and thrilling rides, like the Alpha Space – a heart-pumping ride that’ll take you high above the clouds - check out our full guide here.

Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park

Yet another Genting Highland theme park inclusion, Genting's indoor theme park is the perfect place to hang out with the fam. You can choose your thrill level when it comes to rides, meaning there’s something for everyone at Skytropolis.

For those coming along with kids, go for Music Express, Bumper Boss, and the Balloon Race. If you want more adrenaline (especially mum and dad who need more thrills), go for the Spin Crazy, the most intense ride in the park. And if you need a breather, the Genting Skyworlds Hotel is just a convenient stone's throw away.

i-City Theme Park

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Technology runs the world, at least at Shah Alam's i-City Theme Park, an attraction that’s an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur.

It’s one of the best places you could bring a picky friend who doesn’t know what to do for fun because your options are endless here, from the winter wonderland that is SnoWalk to the spooky surrounds of the Horror House.

Pro tip: stay here after sunset to shoot the gorgeous lights at The City of Digital Lights, the theme park’s iconic spot.

Sunway Lost World of Tambun

A petting zoo, mineral hot springs, a Siberian tiger feeding show, and multiple theme parks and even a water park, there's seriously something for everyone at the Lost World of Tambun theme park. The only thing is that it's almost a 3-hour drive away from the capital. But if you have some time and you're up for a family trip over the weekend, there's no better place to go.

This sprawling mega-attraction that lies in the middle of the rainforest is so huge that you'd probably need a few days just to enjoy a visit here. However, must-do attractions include the Lost World Water Park, Lost World Amusement Park, Lost World Tin Valley, as well as a trip down to detox at the Steam Cave.