Joanna James
With its throbbing nightlife, Bangkok might not be an obvious choice for a family vacation, yet it's not without its kid-friendly attractions to explore as a family. Read on to find out more.
Located inside the popular shopping complex, Siam Paragon, the Bangkok aquarium is among one of the best places to visit as a family, especially if it's a rainy day. One can easily get to this attraction from many a Bangkok hotel. 5-star luxury options including the likes of Pathumwan Princess Hotel are also located quite close by and should be an option. The complex is linked to the sky train and is a convenient way to reach the aquarium. Here your kids can take all kinds of marine life such as seahorses, stingrays and sharks. Buying your tickets online and getting there early is highly recommended to avoid large crowds and long queues.
The riverside open-air mall is a great spot to visit especially during the late evenings and night. With a carnival-like atmosphere, the riverfront is the go-to spot to shop for souvenirs, sample local street food, and watch lively street performances. If you are hesitant to let your kids try street food, there are numerous restaurants along the promenade that serve both international and local cuisines. Additionally, there are quite a few cultural shows to watch and even a Ferris wheel to take your kids for a ride on.
Dreamworld is Thailand's answer to Disneyland and is one of the most popular places for kids to have a fun and immersive experience. The sprawling theme park features exhilarating roller-coaster rides suitable for both adults and kids. There are also plenty of shows to take in and a fantastic indoor snow park where your kids can have a tumble in real snow. They will also get the chance to meet and interact with popular fairytale characters.
Another popular attraction in Bangkok, that offers an immersive experience, Kidzania offers plenty of activities which can be enjoyed by both kids and adults. Globally recognised, and an award-winning educational entertainment park, Kidzania features a realistic indoor city, where kids will get the opportunity to role play, and learn life skills and key values as they go. Kids can protect the street as policemen, save the day as a fireman or help the sick as a doctor.
While it's important for kids to have plenty of fun at kid-friendly places while on vacation, it's always a good idea to allow them to explore and get to know the rich culture of the destination they visit. At one time in history, the city of Bangkok was known as the Venice of the East, due to the large network of canals that run through the capital. Consider booking a family tour of the area, which will consist of cruising the myriad of canals to take in traditional temples, old wooden bridges and teak buildings.
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