Theme Parks in Malaysia

Malaysia Theme Parks

Theme Parks in Malaysia have been the new travel trend in the last couple of years, with many new attractions opening all around Malaysia.

Some of them are world-class theme parks, while others are local Malaysian parks spread worldwide.

This list of theme parks in Malaysia provides travellers and holidaymakers with a rough guide on where the parks are located and what they offer.

There is some travelling required for most of the parks located outside of Kuala Lumpur for those interested.

Malaysia Theme Parks

If you are travelling with kids and planning on visiting Malaysia, this theme park guide would help you plan your trip around Malaysia.

Almost all of the theme parks are located in Malaysia's peninsular, and there are currently a couple of smaller theme parks in Sarawak. However, in Sabah Borneo, there is no theme park available.

Most theme parks in Malaysia require a minimum of half a day to spend, while some parks need a full day; therefore, there are also hotels or resorts located in or around the parks for convenience.

The list of theme parks here is independently reviewed and written by David Hogan Jr of Malaysia Asia.

Kuala Lumpur Theme Parks

Kuala Lumpur Theme Park
Inside the Berjaya Times Square Theme Park in KL
Berjaya Times Square Theme Park

This fun theme park is located inside the Berjaya Times Square Shopping Mall in KL City, which is also in the Golden Triangle of Kuala Lumpur. The 133,000 square feet theme park is split into three main levels offering a Fantasy Garden and Galaxy Station.

There is also an impressive indoor roller coaster which is the only one in Kuala Lumpur city. Fun for both family and children.

Numerous hotels are available in the surrounding here, while many other shopping malls in Bukit Bintang explore. Definitely, a must-visit if you have kids and are staying in KL city.

Berjaya Times Square Operation Hours:
Mon - Fri: 12.00 noon to 10.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 11.00 am to 10.00 pm

Kidzania KL Malaysia
Kids at Kidzania Kuala Lumpur
KidZania Kuala Lumpur

The first all-kids only educational theme park in Malaysia is housed indoors at the Curve NX building in Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya. Children have the opportunity of being a pilot, doctor or even fireman here.

KidZania is also connected to one of the cities premier shopping malls called The Curve, IKEA, eCurve Entertainment Center and also Tesco.

The Royale Bintang The hotel is also within a five-minute walking distance. You can take a taxi from KL to here as it is about a 30 to 45 minutes drive.

Kidzania Operation Hours:
Sun - Fri: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Saturday: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm, 4.00 pm - 9.00 pm
KidZania Website

Johor Theme Parks

Malaysia Legoland
Legoland Malaysia in Johor
Legoland Malaysia

The most talked-about theme park for kids and adults opened in 2012 at Nusajaya, Johor, and is Malaysia's southernmost state.

Bordering Singapore, Nusajaya is part of the Iskandar Development which houses a couple of theme parks and hotels. Legoland Malaysia is also the first international theme park to open and operate in Malaysia.

The minimum time here would be around 4 to 6 hours. There are full facilities around the park with restaurants, washrooms, and shops. Soon to open will be the Legoland Water Park and the Legoland Hotel, which is in 2014.

Many tour companies offer Legoland Packages, while for those self-driving, it takes about 4 hours from KL and only 30 minutes from Singapore.

Legoland Malaysia Opening Hours:
Daily: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm

Malaysia Hello Kitty Town
Hello Kitty Town in Johor, Malaysia
Hello Kitty Town at Puteri Harbor (*Closed)

Update: Hello Kitty Town Johor has closed down since 1st Jan 2020.

Another much talked about attraction for kids and Hello Kitty lovers, this indoor theme park is a favourite among girls and children, which is only 10 minutes away from Legoland Malaysia. Also one of the first outside of Japan.

Fully air-conditioned, the Hello Kitty Town in Johor offers games, rides, a Hello Kitty Museum, an amazing gift shop and even a themed cafe. This is probably the ultimate experience for any Hello Kitty fan. 

The attraction is also shared with the Little Big Club and Thomas Town on the Puteri Harbour Complex's top-level located in Nusajaya, Johor. Driving here from Singapore is only 30 minutes while it takes about 3-4 hours from KL.

Hello Kitty Town Opening Hours: CLOSED FOR GOOD
Mon-Sun: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm

Little Big Club in Johor
Inside Thomas Town in Johor
Thomas Town at Puteri Harbor

This air-conditioned indoor park is located on the second and third floors of the complex above Hello Kitty Town. Thomas Town offers rides, shows, and restaurants perfect for families with kids.

More for the under 10 age, there are unique rides by Bertie the Bus, Harold’s Helitours, and even Colin Crane Drop. Only 30 minutes drive from Singapore or 3 to 4 hours drive from KL city.

Thomas Town Opening Hours: 
Mon-Sun: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm

Batu Pahat Wet World
Wet World Water Park in Batu Pahat
Wet World Batu Pahat, Johor

Another water and theme park in the state of Johor opened in 2000 under the Wet World Group. The entire park can accommodate up to 20,000 people at one time with an overall area of 44 acres.

The water park alone is 12.5 acres with a wave pool, spa pool, waterfall, Dino land, water slides, restaurants and many more.

From the main PLUS highway, just exit the Ayer Hitam Toll Plaza and follow directions there.

Wet World Opening Hours: 
Mon - Fri: 1.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 10.00 am - 7.00 pm
Closed on Tuesdays except for public or school holidays
 
Desaru Coast Water Park
Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park, almost completed.
Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park

A new theme park on the east coast of Desaru in Johor is set to open in 2018 2019 for the water park and resort lovers. 

A total of 17 different water slides, including wet and dry rides, are available, and this seaside water park will surely be the talk of the state of Johor. 

Perfect for those heading to the state of Johor, this new theme park will attract not only Malaysians but Singaporeans who only need to drive an hour from the island. 

The massive project will see a 27 hole golf course, multiple resorts, convention centre, retail village and a water park combined in one area. 

The project is to be fully completed by 2019 but will open in stages. To get here, you need to drive to the Desaru side of Johor, which is on the east of the state. 

Desaru Water Park Opening Hours: Unknown
Desaru Coast Water Park Website

Angry Birds Theme Park Johor

Update March 2021 - The Angry Birds Theme Park in Johor will be closing for business on 5th April 2021.

Selangor Theme Parks

Sunway Lagoon Theme Park
Sunway Lagoon Theme Park
Sunway Lagoon

Malaysia's premier theme and water park located in Selangor has been around for many years now.

Branded as a multi-park, this popular destination for tourist and locals offers a man-made beach, surfing pool, water rides, Amusement Park, Extreme Park, Scream Park, Wildlife Park, and many other entertainment facilities.

Sunway Lagoon is also connected to one of the top shopping malls in Petaling Jaya, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, and the Sunway Resort Hotel. Everything is within walking distance and convenient for families and adults.

Driving is about 30-40 minutes from KL City and 10-15 minutes from the Subang SkyPark Airport. Use Grab or Uber for easier transportation here. 

Sunway Lagoon Opening Hours:
Mon-Sun: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm

Shah Alam iCity
iCity Water & Theme Park in Shah Alam, Selangor
iCity Shah Alam

One of the new additions in the theme park and water park category is iCity in Shah Alam and offers locals and visitors a unique experience at their City of Digital Lights, where hundreds of led lighted trees decorate the entire area at night.

A Snow Walk house offers visitors a chance to experience the winter, while the newly opened Water World at iCity promises an exciting time for the family and kids. The water park also has the first Tornado Ride at Water World here.

This is also the first theme park to open until 1.00 AM for some of the attractions. It is located along the Federal Highway to Klang Town and is about 10 minutes drive from Subang Jaya or a 30 to 40 minutes drive from KL city.

iCity Opening Hours:
Waterpark: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm daily
Snowalk: 10.00 am to 1.00 am daily
Theme Park A&B: 6pm to 1am daily

Shah Alam Water Park
Wet World Shah Alam Water Park
Wet World Shah Alam Water Park

One of the oldest water parks in the state, Wet World continues to thrill locals and foreigners at their flagship park in Section 2, Shah Alam.

Recently upgraded with more thrilling rides, check out the Monsoon Buster Adventure, Caribbean Rider, Super Hurricane, and Thunder River.

They have a kiddies pool, water slides, an adult game area, and various restaurants and fast food stalls. This park is about 15 minutes from the SkyPark Airport in Subang and about 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur.

Wet World Shah Alam Opening Hours:
7 days a week: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Closed on Wednesdays except for public and school holidays

Desa Water Park, Selangor
Desa Water Park, Selangor - Now closed for good.
Desa Water Park (*Closed 30 Sept 2016)

This is another family entertainment part that boasts of an exciting variety of water rides and slides. It also houses the longest Master Blaster in Asia called the “Thunderbolt”. The place also has ATV rides, a flying fox and an archery arena at the brand new Extreme Park.

Desa Waterpark is located along with the turn off from the Sungai Besi Highway into Petaling Jaya. From KL, it is only a 10-15 minute drive there. There are no hotels in the vicinity.

*Update: This famous local water park is permanently closed as of 30th September 2016. 

Puchong Asia Water Sports Village
Asia Water Sports Village promotion
Asian Water Sports Village Puchong (*Unsure if Open)

Another new player in the theme and water park business, the Asian Water Park, opened in 2012 in Puchong, Selangor.

However, I am unsure if the place is still operating, but checking the Facebook page, the last posting was made in 2012.

Everything related to water sports is featured here, while there are also other activities like sand sculpting, kayaking, fish feeding, swimming and self-activities like barbecues.

Motorized sports like the GX4, EvoPro 3, Graphic Deck, Banana Boat, Aqua Fly, Fifty Four, Turbo Blast, and Fly Fish will keep your adrenaline pumping if you are a water sports lover.

Plus, they also have a private beach at the place. To get here, the best is to use Google Maps by keying in the water park name as it is a little complicated to explain. It is about a 30-40 minutes drive from KL city and about the same from Petaling Jaya.

Operation Hours:
*Update 2017 - I am unsure if this place is still in operation or only for events. Please contact them if you want to know more. Mobile: +016-3365233

Bangi Wonderland Theme Park
One of the massive water rides at Bangi Wonderland.
Bangi Wonderland Water Theme Park

Opened in 2017, the Bangi Wonderland Water Park is located about an hour out of Kuala Lumpur city. Catering to mostly the surrounding districts, this water park brands itself as a theme park and resort.

There are 16 rides available with names like Pirate Spa, Water Cannon, Surf Rider, Kid Adventure, Body Slide, Spiralax, The Fall, Anaconda Trail, Insane Racer, Wonderloop, Green Pearl, Pirates Bay, Boomerang and Magic Funnel.

To get here, you need to self-drive or take Uber or Grab and head to Bangi, Selangor.

Bangi Wonderland Operation Hours:
Daily: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Closed on Tuesdays
Bangi Wonderland Website

Melaka Theme Parks

Melaka Afamosa Theme Park
Tube slide fun at A'Famosa Theme Park in Melaka
A'Famosa Theme Park

Located in Alor Gajah in Melaka, this pioneer water and theme park caters to families and tourists from Malaysia's lower southern region. It has also become a local household name for weekend getaways.

The theme park offers a complete resort-style atmosphere with a water park, safari park, cowboy town, and various sports and recreational activities apart from hotel resorts, accommodation and golf. At the same time, they also cater to MICE, weddings, and events.

Afamosa is also two hours drive from Kuala Lumpur or three hours from Singapore. Exit the Alor Gajah/Simpang Empat Toll on the North-South or PLUS Highway. It is about 2.5 hours' drive from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

A'Famosa Operation Hours:
Daily: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
A'Famosa Theme Park Website

Melaka Water Park
Melaka Wonderland water park
Melaka Wonderland

Melaka Wonderland is a resort theme and water park located 15 minutes from Melaka town and next to the Melaka Zoo on the Ayer Keroh main road. A full-fledged water park with boat rides, slides, wave pool, and even ATV buggy rides.

Great for families and kids as there are many other attractions in the vicinity here. If you are planning to visit Melaka, this could be one of your stops. Driving from a hotel in Singapore will take you about 2-3 hours while it is the same as KL city.

Melaka Wonderland Operation Hours:
Tues - Fri: 11.00 am - 7.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 9.00 am to 7.00 pm
Closed on Mondays except for Public or School Holidays
Melaka Wonderland Website

Perak Theme Parks

Lost World of Tambun in Ipoh, Perak
The Lost World of Tambun in Ipoh, Perak
Lost World of Tambun

Located in Sunway City, Ipoh, this theme park, water park, and spa is the most popular in Perak, Malaysia. The name Lost World of Tambun alone is quite interesting, and the place is suitable for both adults and kids.

Managed under the Sunway Group, the Lost World of Tambun theme park offers a resort hotel for those planning to stay there to experience the many attractions, including an amusement park, petting zoo, tiger park, and tin valley.

Getting here is quite simple as you drive along the PLUS Highway towards Ipoh and then exit at Tambun. From there, follow the directions to the theme park.

Lost World Tambun Operation Hours:
Mon - Fri: 11.00 am - 6.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Lost World of Tambun Website
 
Bukit Merah Water Park
The water park at Bukit Merah Laketown in Perak
Bukit Merah Laketown Theme Park

This is another unique theme park and resort in Perak, where they offer a water park, eco-park, and Orangutan Island. Yes, an island where Orangutans live, and you can visit them in the day by taking a boat to the island.

The resort also offers a mini zoo, chair lift, restaurants, and accommodations. Getting here is via the PLUS Highway, where you exit at Bukit Merah, after Taiping or Ipoh. 

Driving here from KL will take you about 2 to 3 hours, while from Penang, it will be only 1.5 hours.

Bukit Merah Laketown Operation Hours:
Mon - Fri: 12.00 noon - 7.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 
10.00 am - 7.00 pm
Bukit Merah Laketown Resort Website

MAPS PERAK
Movie Animation Park Studios in Perak
MAPS Perak (Movie Animation Park Studios)

Another massive international theme park project scheduled to open in mid-2016 was also delayed until December 2016, 2017.

MAPS Perak offers more than 40 attractions in six themed zones, and this park has collaborations with DreamWorks; therefore, many people are waiting for this to happen.

As of 15th December 2016, there has not been any official announcement, but we speculate that Movie Animation Parks Studios will open in 2017.

*Update 2017 - The MAPS Perak theme park opened in early 2017.

MAPS Perak Opening Hours:
Daily: 10.00 AM to 6.00 PM
MAPS Perak Website

Negeri Sembilan Theme Parks

Air Panas Water Park
Wet World Water Park Air Panas
Wet World Water Park Air Panas Negeri Sembilan

Part of the Wet World chain in Malaysia, this water park in Negeri Sembilan offers a unique natural hot spring apart from the water slides and rides. Very popular with the locals around here too.

There is a wave pool, a children's and adults pool and also a spa pool. You need to exit the Senawang Toll on the PLUS Highway heading south or north to get here.

Wet World Air Panas Opening Hours: 
Mon - Fri: 1.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Sat-Sun: 10.00 am - 7.00 pm
Closed on Tuesdays except for public or school holidays

Pahang Theme Parks

Old Genting Theme Park
The pride of the nation, Genting Highlands Theme Park, which is no longer around
Genting Highlands Theme Park (*Permanently Closed)

The countries oldest, the largest and most popular theme park built on top of a mountain, is part of the Resorts World Genting. This stunning theme park offers more than 40 rides in total at the outdoor and indoor park.

They also have a water park with heated pools and rides. The list of attractions is too many to list here; therefore, visit the website for more information.

The theme park is split into different areas around the city, and there are numerous hotels, restaurants, shopping and entertainment facilities in this one area.

Everything is accessible on foot here. To get here, it is only one hour's drive from KL. There is a cable car system at the foot of the mountain all the way up and down for those not wanting to drive up.

*Update Nov 2015 - The former Genting Theme Park has been closed for renovations since the end of 2013 to make way for the all-new 20th Century Fox World Genting theme park, scheduled to open somewhere in 2018. This will be the world's first 20th Century Fox Theme Park, followed by Dubai and then Korea.

*Update Dec 2016 - A new article published: 10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting Malaysia.

*Update 2019 - In a surprising turn of events, the 20th Century Fox World Theme Park has been cancelled by Fox World. Now, there are no updates about this, but I am pretty sure that Genting will continue to manage and operate its own theme park.

*Update March 2021 - The new place will be called Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park and scheduled to open in Q2 or Q3 of 2021.

Bukit Gambang Water Park Kuantan
Bukit Gambang Water Park in Pahang
Bukit Gambang Water Park in Pahang

Formally started as a basic water park in Pahang, the group has expanded into a theme park and resort city catering to many locals and foreigners. Branded as Bukit Gambang Resort City, they have a massive water park totalling 45.8 acres with multiple attractions.

A 6 lanes water slide racer, the largest wave pool in Malaysia, the lagoon and Penguin Island are the main attractions. The Bukit Gambang Safari Park, with a total area of 88.2 acres, will open somewhere in 2013. There are resorts with many other activities available.

To get here, you need to take the East Coast Expressway and exit Gambang. Follow directions from there. It is about 200 kilometres from KL and 340 kilometres from Johor Baru.

Bukit Gambang Opening hours:
Mon, Wed, Thurs: 10.30 am - 6.30 pm.
Fri, Sat, Sun: 9.30 am - 6.30 pm
Bukit Gambang Water Park Website

Penang Theme Parks

Escape Theme Park Penang
Escape Adventure Theme Park in Penang
Escape Theme Park Penang 

This brand new theme adventure park recently opened in Teluk Bahang, Penang, in December 2012, near the popular Batu Feringgi area. This is also the only theme park in Penang.

Catering to a different kind of experience, you can explore the unique attractions like leaping through the air at Atan's Leap, climb a tower like a sticky gecko at Gecko Tower, race downhill on a tube at Tubby Racer.

Kids can also explore a caving style adventure at Foxy Burrow, climb trees at Go Ape, swing through the air at Tarzan's Rope, and even try the human-powered go kart called Zoom Bug.

Driving to Penang from KL is about 4 to 5 hours. Best to fly here and experience the food, culture, and heritage in Penang. 

Escape Penang Opening Hours:
Mon-Sun: 9.00 am - 6.00 pm
Ticket Prices:
Junior Kid: 4 - 12 years RM36.00   
Big Kid: 13 - 60 years RM48.00
Escape Theme Park Website

Wet World Wild Adventure Park Penang (*Closed)

A new concept water park called WWW Adventure Park Penang opened in September 2013 at the seafront of Komplex Bayu.  Senja near the Park Royal Hotel at Batu Feringgi. 

This is a mini sea, a water theme park, which charges RM30 for two fun hours. However, due to a lack of publicity and promotions, it was short-lived and closed in less than a year of operations.

WWW Adventure Park Penang Information
Location: Komplex Bayu Senja, near the Park Royal Hotel Penang
Ticket Prices: RM30.00 per two hours per person
Business Hours: 8.00am to 6.00pm daily
Website: None

*Update 2014 - This theme park is CLOSED. 

Sarawak Theme Parks
Theme Park in Sarawak
Sarawak theme parks in Borneo Island
A new addition here has been added, and it is from the island of Borneo were; in the last couple of years, there has been a couple of new theme parks in Sarawak which opened, but not world-class. 

So this makes a list as it covers for entire Malaysia. Currently, there is one in Miri while the other one is located in Kuching. A third is planned to open in Miri as well. 

Other Theme Parks in Malaysia

Many new theme parks in Malaysia is scheduled to open in 2016-2017, and one of the most anticipated and talked about one is no other than the 20th Century Fox Theme Park Genting, Malaysia.

Other new theme park projects around Malaysia include The Ocean Quest Marine Theme Park and Air Ocean Splash Water Park at the Desaru Holiday Resort, scheduled to open in 2018-2020.

Final Thoughts on Theme Parks in Malaysia

Personally, I have been to only half of these places listed above and plan to visit the rest soon. There are so many being planned. Malaysia is slowly turning into the theme park capital of Southeast Asia.

I hope you enjoyed reading this complete list of theme parks in Malaysia and if you have any comments, please leave them in the comment form below. 

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