Joanna James
More than any other city in Thailand, Bangkok has dozens of kid-friendly activities, from educational venues to entertaining theme parks. Here are the top 6 things to do in Bangkok with your kids.
A theme park dedicated to all things prehistoric, the park features over 200 life-sized dinosaur models including the ferocious to T-rex, the giant brontosaur, and groups of Velociraptors. Located in Sukhumvit, the theme park is a hit with both kids and adults alike, as you get to learn all about the life of these prehistoric creatures and how they co-existed. Each dinosaur is located in a different enclosure meant to replicate their natural habitat, while a large volcano is the centrepiece of the exhibit. The structures are incredibly lifelike and posing alongside them makes for fun souvenirs to take home.
Kids and teens are generally buzzing with energy on trips, and Bounce Bangkok is once placed where they can release that pent-up energy and have loads of fun! Located on the top floor of a shopping mall, Bounce Bangkok is a huge space dedicated to a trampoline and climbing park. Space is open to aged 3 and above, although young children require adult supervision to be in the area. There are dozens of trampolines of all sizes – some are slanted while others provide a crash mat if your kids feel like trying any crazy stunts, without the added worry of getting hurt. Staff are always around to monitor safety and offer advice on how to make the most of your jumps.
Being able to sit in a flight simulator is a special event for anyone, especially children who get to live out their dreams of flying. For anyone with a passion for flight, Flight Experience Bangkok offers an experience that's so realistic that the stimulator cockpit has been used in films. While it may not be cheap, it's still more affordable than flight simulators in other countries.
Conveniently situated near several popular accommodation options such as AVANI Atrium Bangkok, for example, a hotel in Asoke; the central location and dazzling displays of Siam Ocean World make this a perfect place for a day out with the family. The underground aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in South Asia, Siam ocean world will leave you speechless with its massive exhibits of over 30,000 spectacular marine creatures from various parts of the world. The exhibits are separated into 7 areas, each with its own unique theme. Walk through each area to view some of the strangest looking marine life like the blind cave fish, humped head Maori Wrasse, striped frogfish and many more.
Entertainment activities can be limited for small kids and toddlers, as most entertainment areas have age or height limits, but the Funarium Indoor Playground is the perfect place for the little ones to play. Housed in a giant warehouse, there are dozens of fun activities that include climbing structures, soft play areas, sandboxes, and arts and crafts area as well as the baking station. The entire space is kept cool with air conditioning, so the little ones can play in comfort. In addition to the play area, there's a café for hungry parents and kids to relax in between play.
You don't need to leave the city to hit the waves! The Zanook Wake Park offers up a wakeboard experience around a lake, as well as an inflatable playground on the water. The park uses high-quality equipment to ensure everyone is safe at all times, plus, instructors who walk each rider through several steps before they hit the water. Once you gain confidence in the water, there's a variety of tricks and jumps to try out.
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