Taking kids to the zoo is just perfect!!!

What’s the magical experience of taking little ones to explore the zoos in Kuala Lumpur? This time on our family trip, we visited 5 zoos, keeping every day fresh and the kids super happy. Here’s a super practical parenting guide to share!

🐘 Top 5 must-visit zoos for photo ops:
1️⃣ National Zoo (Zoo Negara)
📍 Address: Jalan Taman Zooview
🌟 Highlight: The Malayan tiger exhibit is stunning, and you can even see pandas! Recommended to go at 9 AM to avoid crowds
🕒 Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
💰 Tickets: Adults 86 MYR, children 43 MYR

2️⃣ Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
📍 Address: Jalan Cenderawasih
🌟 Highlight: Asia’s largest bird park, where you can hand-feed parrots
🍴 On-site restaurant: Hornbill Cafe (must-try nasi lemak)
Tips: Remember to wear a hat, there’s limited shade

3️⃣ Farm In The City
📍 Address: Seri Kembangan
🌟 Features: Lots of interactive experiences, kids can feed turtles and pet rabbits
🧳 Must bring: Change of clothes! There’s a small water play area

4️⃣ Aquaria KLCC
📍 Address: Lower level of KLCC Mall
🦈 Highlight: The underwater tunnel is dreamy, and there’s a shark feeding show daily at 3:00 PM
💰 Money-saving tip: Book tickets online in advance for discounts

5️⃣ FRIM Tropical Rainforest Adventure
📍 Address: Kepong
🌳 Features: Ride a small train through the tropical rainforest and spot wild monkeys
⚠️ Note: Be sure to spray mosquito repellent!

🚗 Transportation tips:
✔️ Recommend hiring a car (about 300 MYR/day), as zoos are all in the suburbs
✔️ When booking Grab, choose a 6-seater car (essential with kids)

🍽️ Family-friendly restaurant recommendations:
📍 Village Park (famous for nasi lemak)
📍 Sushi Zanmai (kids’ favorite conveyor belt sushi)

🏨 Accommodation suggestions:
Recommended to stay near KL Sentral for convenience
We highly recommend The Majestic Hotel, which has family suites

Post by HAILEY WATERS | Jun 29, 2025

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