After living in Bangkok for 16+ years, our family has had the chance to go all over this concrete jungle in search of the best kids activities in Bangkok.
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Explore Ko Kret Island and Market
If you want a truly authentic Thai experience, then visiting Ko Kret Island on a Saturday, Sunday or Thai Public Holiday is one of the best activities for kids to do in Bangkok.
WHAT TO DO THERE?
- Rent bicycles to explore the island — however the walkway around the outskirts is quite full with all the little stalls, so it is recommended to explore by bike in the middle of the island
- Take a boat trip around the island for 90 baht (about $3 USD)
- Take a clay pottery workshop to make your own clay vase
- Feed the fish off the pier
- Taste some local treats and buy handmade souvenirs from the Otop Village Market
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Book a GRAB taxi to Wat Sanam Nuae pier. Then take a boat across the river to the little Ko Kret Island for about 5 baht ($.20 cents).
PRICE RANGE: FREE ENTRANCE ONTO THE ISLAND
Best Kids Activities in Bangkok = Exploring Ancient City
Ancient City is another epic day trip activity in Bangkok for both kids and adults alike. Ancient City, sometimes called Muang Boron by the locals, is an incredible 320 acre outdoor museum and park that is in the shape of Thailand and has life-size replicas of the most famous tourist attractions from all over Thailand.
WHAT TO DO THERE?
- Let your kids explore more than 100+ famous Thai monuments and let them get hands-on without worrying about being too loud or too rambunctious.
- Rent bicycles, e-bikes, or a golf cart to explore this HUGE outdoor museum
- Ride elephants (a very rare opportunity so close to Bangkok)
- Enjoy a traditional Thai Dance
- Dress up in Thai costumes for a fun photo op
- Play hide-n-seek amongst the ancient ruins
- Buy handmade toys and souvenirs from the Old Market Town or enjoy Pad Thai and Coconut Ice Cream at the Floating Market
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Book a GRAB taxi to Muang Boran for about 350 baht ($10 USD)
PRICE RANGE: 700 baht/adult and 350 baht/kid (aged 6-13)
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Take an Urban Hike up Golden Mount
For incredible views of the Bangkok skyline while also getting a glimpse of the Thai buddhist culture, take an urban hike up to the top of the Golden Mount Temple.
TIPS:
- The 344 steps to the top is probably best suited for families with elementary aged kids and up.
- Remember to wear shirts with sleeves and long pants or a skirt (no shorts!). If you forget, you can buy a Thai sarong at the ticket counter to wear over your shorts.
- Go at sunset for breathtaking views and cooler weather!
HOW TO GET THERE: Book a GRAB taxi to Wat Saket (aka Golden Mount) for about 130 baht ($4 USD) from the city center.
PRICE RANGE: 100 baht
Best Kids Activities in Bangkok = Practice the Art of Muay Thai
Another one of those epic activities for kids to be involved with in Bangkok is a Muay Thai exercise class for some good memories and a great family workout.
Kru Dam on Sukhumvit 36 has a Muay Thai Kids Class Muay Thai Kids Class
Also, Fit Fac Muay Thai Academy has some fun courses that will also help your children learn some self-defense techniques. They have multiple branches all over Bangkok. Fit Fac Muay Thai Class
PRICE RANGE: About 400-500 baht ($11-15 USD) per 1 hour session
Enjoy a Thai-style Shaved Ice
Be refreshed with a Thai-style shaved ice at Ban-Yen — the kids will especially love this because they can choose from numerous toppings and also try some fun Thai inspired flavors.
This place also has the famous Khao Soi noodle dish and other noodle dishes if you’re feeling hungry.
Afterwards, head to their loft area to let the kids go wild with all of their dress up accessories and take some fun photos in front of their colorful murals!
PRICE RANGE: 45 baht – 130 baht (about $1.50-$3.75)
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Take the BTS Sky Train to On Nut Station and then take a 45 baht ($1.50) taxi ride. Tell the driver ‘On Nut Sip Jet’ (which means On Nut 17). Ban Yen is the bright pink building on the left at the On Nut 17 intersection.
Splash and Swim at Pororo Waterpark
Pororo Waterpark is by far one of my kid’s favorite activities in Bangkok — and their favorite place to celebrate their birthday too.
HIGHLIGHTS:
on the rooftop of Central Bangna Mall
- I personally love the lazy river that has a beautiiful view of the Bangkok skyline. It’s slow moving, has some waterfalls, and is only 90cm (about 3′) deep, which means my 4 year old doesn’t even need her floatie in here.
- They also have a toddler play area with a playground, a whale slide, and two smaller water slides. The water here is only about 30cm (about 1′) deep, which is perfect for little ones and even my 8 year old likes to play here for about 30 minutes.
- A covered pool area with paddle boats and a leap frog area — it’s about 60 cm (about 2′) so still a great place for the little ones to play.
- About 6-8 bigger water slides for older kids and adults, and also 4 other pools scattered around — some shallow and some deep.
- There’s a snack bar with chicken nuggets, spaghetti, popcorn, Thai food, ice cream, etc.
- Bring your own floats or you can rent the big yellow ones for the lazy river and slides there. The center is too big for my kids, so I prefer to bring small round floats for my littles.
- You can get a stamp to go out and eat lunch in the mall and then return for more waterpark fun!
PRICE RANGE:
- 200 baht (about $6.50 USD) for kids who are 91cm-120cm tall
- 350 baht (about $10 USD) for kids over 121cm and adults
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Enjoy Bangkok's Green Spaces
Get outside and take in some fresh air at one of Bangkok’s numerous green spaces and parks.
My favorite park to take kids is Benchasiri Park.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- It’s right next to the Emporium Mall, which makes it super convenient to grab a coffee beforehand or lunch after
- two playgrounds
- a pond with fish and turtles
- a walking track
- some exercise equipment that even the kids can enjoy
- a basketball court
- a skate park that is fun to people watch
There are bathrooms and drink stations located throughout also.
PRICE RANGE: FREE
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Take the BTS Sky Train to Phrom Pong Station.
Escape the Heat with Ice Skating
Bangkok is HOT all year round. One way to beat the heat is to take the kids ice-skating at the Sub-zero Ice Skating Rink. There are two locations: Major Ekkamai or Mega Bangna.
PRICE RANGE: 350-400 baht for 2 hours including the skate rentals. They have skates for ages 3+.
They have Penguins to help the little kids learn to skate or Seals that little ones can sit on — they are 150 baht to rent.
PUBLIC SESSION TIMES: 12:30-18:30
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Ekkamai BTS Sky Train and follow the bridge to Major Ekkamai. It’s on the 9th floor.
Best Kids Activities in Bangkok = the epic Indoor Playgrounds
Another perfect way to entertain the kids with a fun activity in Bangkok is to try one of the many indoor playgrounds or Kids Cafes.
These are the ones we frequent often:
KIDZOONA INDOOR PLAYGROUND has multiple locations right off the BTS Sky Train. My kids can easily be entertained for hours here — they particularly like climbing the big net area to the top, riding the zipline, sliding into the ball pit, jumping in the bounce area, riding the tricycles, and pretending to be florists and bakers and firemen.
PRICE RANGE: About 320 baht/kid (about $9.50 USD) and 120 baht/adult for 2 hours
*price depends on location
OPENING HOURS: 10:00-20:00
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: We usually take the BTS Sky Train to Ekkamai BTS Station and go to the 5th floor inside Gateway Ekkamai Mall.
TIP: Grab lunch or dinner at the food court and ice cream from Dairy Queen or Swensens afterwards.
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LILLIPUT KIDS CAFE: This is a great place for kids age 1-7 to play for 1-2 hours. My kids particularly like the Play Kitchen area, the big trampoline, and the Carousel.
I particularly like getting to chill or work for a bit at a nice cafe where the kids have lots of entertainment.
PRICE RANGE: 200 baht/kid/hour (about $6.50 USD) and parents just need to buy a refreshing drink or snack.
TIPS: Once finished playing inside Lilliput, this little community mall has a nice wooden play area that is covered and free. My girls like to play here for another hour and then we grab burgers, nuggets and fries at Smizzle Burger.
Get your Putt Putt on
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon playing putt putt at 18 hole mini golf course located at Top Golf.
TIP:
- The mini-golf course is all lit up at night and even more cool than in the morning.
- They have a restaurant on-site so easily grab breakfast, lunch or dinner there.
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- Book one of their climate-controlled bays and enjoy an Angry Birds golf game like no other!
OPENING TIMES: 9:00am-11:00pm
PRICE RANGE: 300 baht/person age 4+ (about $9 USD)
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Book a taxi to Top Golf Megacity in the GRAB app or BOLT app
Running through Water Fountains
After playing putt putt, continue the fun with lots more activities for kids at Mega Bangna.
Mega Bangna is a HUGE mall with an IKEA, Big C (similar to Walmart), HomePro, Tops Supermarket, etc etc etc. It has multiple play areas for the kids to get some more energy out.
TIPS:
- Grab a coffee at ALTO Coffee Roasters then head downstairs to the Climbing Nets and Sand Area first.
- Then keep walking towards IKEA to the fountains. Parents can enjoy swinging over the water. while watching the kids play The water is less than a foot deep, so it’s perfect for kids of all ages!
- Bring a change of clothes.
- There are 4 other small playgrounds inside the mall.
- The mall also has a HARBORLAND — which is the most epic indoor playground I’ve ever seen. It is also a bit expensive at about $20 USD per kid.
- Behind Mega Bangna, there is also a mini-park with giant slide, treehouse, playground, and flowery maze area. Walk towards HomePro and past the Harborland to get there.
PRICE RANGE: FREE
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: Take the BTS Sky Train to Udom Suk BTS Station, go out exit 5, down the stairs and wait at the bus stop. Get on the FREE air-conditioned bus that says Mega Bangna or IKEA .
Have a Tea Party
How fun is it to let little girls dress up and take them to a cute little tea party.
T’s at 56 is such a quaint little white tea house full of flowers and ferns and lots of windows.
PRICE RANGE: 200 baht-550 baht (about $6.50-$16)
BEST WAY TO GET THERE: About a 15 minute walk from the On Nut BTS Sky Train Station down Sukhumvit 56 Road.
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