If you’ve ever wanted to whisk your kids away from the heat of Singapore, Genting Highlands is your one-stop cool-weather destination that’s only a 4-5 hour road trip away. The bustling city is filled with attractions that’ll keep the entire family entertained, with attractions ranging from theme parks and museums to an outlet shopping mall.
Whether your little one is still a crawling tot or an active kiddo, here are kid-friendly things to do in Genting Highlands that they’ll love.
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With flashing lights and a colourful palette, the Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park looks like a carnival straight out of our childhood dreams, and kiddos today are sure to love it too. There are over 20 rides to try, including classic go-tos like roller coaster rides, carousels, and Ferris wheels. They’re all indoors too, so you won’t need to set aside wet weather plans.
The park operates on a pay-per-ride basis, so those with little ones too young to try many rides won’t need to worry about making their money’s worth. If you just want to explore the area or snap shots for the ‘Gram, you can do so for free as well. Meanwhile, those planning to conquer every ride can opt to purchase an unlimited ride pass at just RM65 (~S$18.67)/pax.
Book tickets for the Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park.
Rates: Full-day pass with unlimited rides RM65 (~S$18.67) | Pay-per-ride from RM15/pax (~S$4.30)
Address: Level 1, First World Plaza Resorts World, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 2pm-9pm | Fri-Sun 2pm-10pm
Contact: +60 3-6101 1118 | Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park website
Times may have changed, but the Vision City Video Games Park will take you on a nostalgic trip back to the past – and this time, you can show your young’uns the games you used to enjoy when you were younger. This old-school arcade and carnival concept park has a slew of arcade cabinets to spend whole afternoons at, with classics like Pac-Man and Street Fighter.
There are also quite a few carnival-like game booths to try your luck at. See if you can walk home with an oversized plush by knocking down cans with baseballs, or at the ring toss booths.
Address: Lower Lobby, Genting Grand, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 10am-10pm | Fri-Sat 10am-11pm
Contact: +60 3-2718 1118 | Vision City Video Games Park
Although its launch was pushed back a couple of times over the years, Genting Skyworlds Theme Park has been a hit for families since opening in 2022. The anticipation alone is enough of a reason to pay the park a visit, but with 9 different themed worlds and a wide variety of rides suitable for all ages, the whole family will be in for a full day of fun.
Popular family rides include Rio Carnival Chaos – a spin on the classic teacup ride, and Epic Voyage to Moonhaven, a boat ride with special effects and animatronics. There’s even a rainy day guarantee which promises a free return visit in case of bad weather, so you won’t have to worry about wasting your ticket.
Book tickets for the Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park.
Rates: From RM126/pax (~S$36.19)
Address: Genting SkyWorlds, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-6pm, Daily (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: +60 19-201 6286 | Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park website
Image credit: Resorts World Genting
If you want to easily get from the bustling theme park section of Genting Highlands down to the Awana area with attractions like the Genting Premium Outlets, the Awana Skyway cable car is the perfect mode of transportation.
Little ones are sure to be enthralled by the bird’s-eye view of the mountain, especially with the gondola’s transparent flooring. Plus, it totally makes for a cute family photo-op, over 600m above ground.
Book tickets for Awana Skyway.
Rates: From RM10/pax (~S$2.87)
Address: Level 4, Awana SkyCentral, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: 7am-11pm, Daily
Contact: +60 3-6101 1118 | Awana Skyway website
Image credit: Resorts World Genting
If you’re on the hunt for a good bargain, the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets will satisfy the shopaholic in you. There are over 150 brands to explore, from designer brands like Burberry and Coach to sports shops like Adidas and Asics.
You won’t need to worry about restless tots either, as there are toy shops like Hamley and Toy World which they’ll love. Plus, a ton of restaurants – ranging from cafes to dessert shops like Krispy Kreme and Baskin Robbins – are available for a mid-shopping recharge snack.
Address: KM13, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: +60 3-6433 8888 | Genting Highlands Premium Outlets website
Housing 8 different attractions, Ripley’s Adventureland is a one-stop destination for kiddos with an insatiable hunger for knowledge. Inside, you’ll find zones such as the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Jurassic Research Centre, 4D Trick Art Museum, Zombie Outbreak! apocalypse-themed escape attraction, Jungle Gym, and Eagle Landing zipline.
The main highlight would probably be the Odditorium, which contains over 300 unique exhibits, including miniature sculptures and interactive statues. Many have been dubbed odd and shocking – a real case of needing to see it to believe it.
Kiddos can also enjoy studying fossils at the Jurassic Research Centre, snapping pics at the Trick Art Museum, and immersing themselves in an apocalyptic zombie outbreak scenario. Daredevils can even attempt the Eagle Landing zipline and zoom straight down to the Skytropolis Theme Park.
Book tickets for Ripley’s Adventureland.
Rates: From RM39/pax (~S$11.20) per attraction
Address: Lot SA – T2C – B13, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: +60 17-336 8343 | Ripley’s Adventureland website
Image credit: @lindasuhaimi_my via Instagram
If you’re looking for something to check out after dinner time, check out Genting Bowl, which is open till 12pm on weekends. The themed bowling alley has 10 lanes and is even glow-in-the-dark, meaning it’s a prime opportunity to snap cool family photos.
Plus, it’s an activity that both the young and old can partake in, so everyone can have their share of fun in this friendly competition.
Rates: From RM12/pax (~S$3.44), exclusive of socks and shoe rental | Shoe rental RM4/pax (~S$1.14)
Address: Level 3, First World Plaza, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 3pm-11pm | Fri-Sun 12pm-11pm
Contact: +60 16-304 1700 | Genting Bowl website
Image credit: @yeeyongfatt via Instagram
If the lil’uns are absolutely enthralled by creepy crawlies, then a stop at the Happy Bee Farm & Insect World is a must. They’ll get up close and personal with bugs such as vibrantly-hued butterflies, as well as other animals like colourful parrots and snakes.
Image credit: @discoverselangor via Instagram
Of course, the main stars are their busy bees, and you’ll get to see how honey is produced in bee houses. You’ll be able to purchase all sorts of honey to take home with you right here. These include Acacia Honey (RM145/500g, ~S$41.64), Apple Vinegar Honey (RM80/500g, ~S$22.97), and even Honey Sticks (RM80/30 sticks, ~S$22.97) that serve as sweet snacks.
Rates: From RM15/child, ~S$14.30 | From RM20/adult, ~S$5.74
Address: Lot 6452, Genting View Resorts, KM 11-3, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening hours: 9am-9pm, Daily
Contact: +60 3-6100 1000 | Happy Bee Farm & Insect World website
When you’re done with all the hustle and bustle of the resort city that Genting is, reconnect with nature on a wholesome strawberry farm visit. The Genting Strawberry Leisure Farms houses gardens and flower nurseries that the entire family will enjoy admiring – plus, they make for the prettiest photo backdrops, so you can snap some family photos for the mems.
From strawberry-picking to glow-in-the-dark bowling, there’s bound to be something new in Genting Highlands for both you and your child to try out.
Now that getting to Genting Highlands from Singapore is so convenient, be sure to add it to your family trip bucket list and make lasting memories with your young’uns.
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Cover image adapted from: @fazrinasufian via Instagram, Resorts World Genting, Nam Hing Ng via Google Maps
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