KidZania KL is a world built for kids where adults celebrate their inquisitive spirit!
This child-size city built for kids lets them explore their dream occupation. The various jobs children can enlist form early impressions on what it takes to deliver a job.
From blue-collar workers and C-suite managers to jobs that require less brain work, the ultimate goal here is to cultivate the mindset that money does not fall from the sky. But only through sheer effort and diligence in completing assigned tasks will one reap returns!
Read on and join this whole new world brimming with exciting activities that will keep your child engaged from the word GO!
KidZania KL Age Limit
Contrary to popular belief, KidZania KL’s activities cater to the entire childhood spectrum, from babies right up to 17-years old teenagers.
While the majority of visitors are pre-schoolers and primary school goers (that is 3 – 12 years old), teenagers are seen having fun exploring more challenging activities. Among the top choices for teens include wall climbing, medical duties (surgeon, nurse, pilot, radio DJ) and even delivering parcels.
At the Bache’s Playden, babies and toddlers can explore sensory activities in a safe space with a padded foam mattress to cushion their fall.
Located on the upper deck of KidZania and away from the fire truck's siren, tired toddlers can nap amidst ample cozy spaces and quiet corners here.
How To Go To KidZania Kuala Lumpur
Located in The Curve Shopping Mall, KidZania KL is accessible by public transport via the MRT Sungai Buloh-Kajang Line. Upon reaching the Mutiara Damansara Station, alight there, and a short 15-minute’ walk will get you here.
Alternatively, you can take the free shuttle bus to KidZania KL. You can also board the Rapid KL No 802 bus from KL Sentral or Pasar Seni, and get off at The Curve Bus Stop.
KidZania KL is located on the first floor. The entrance to the playground is somewhat obscure and can do with more prominent signage. Look out for Borders book shop and the small entrance on the right leading to KidZania.
What To Do in KidZania?
As one of the best indoor playgrounds in Selangor, children can unleash their exploratory energy in a protected space and pretend-play their desired occupation.
With more than 60 unique role-play experiences, the featured activities serve to empower and entertain children as partake in a slice of the real working world.
What intrigues a child’s mind is unpredictable! Here are the top picks my primary school goer and his bestie explored:-
Top 10 Activities in KidZania KL
1. Fire Fighter
The musical chants of the firefighters pump the little one’s spirit to believe that they are on real duties.
With sheer determination splashed all over their face, they disembark from the fire truck with gusto. Heading to the water-spewing fire hydrant, they save lives and put out off the fire.
The adult firemen cheer on the young ones as they spend 40 seconds fighting the blaze. As they emerge victorious, the satisfaction on their face says it all.
The adult fire crew is first class, and they give their 100% to make the task surreal to the young ones. Kudos to the team that perseveres through a grueling 8-hour shift. And often their voice breaks towards the end of day due to the incessant singing and cheering.
Clearly, they love their jobs to bits, and so do the kids.
Head to the fire station the moment you arrive and pre-book your slot in advance because being a firefighter is so popular!
KidZos earned: 10
2. Change The Lights At The Electric Pole
Gear up with a safety helmet and don the Electric Company vest, for your child will feel empowered to change the faulty electric pole lights!
The task starts with dressing up for the job, followed by a safety briefing and a short video presentation about the company.
Next, the “abang” staff will bring out the ladder, and assign each child a responsibility.
The braver one will get to climb the ladder to remove the faulty lamp, and another child will replace it with a new bulb.
For those afraid of heights, fret not as your job is to carry the rope and the metal box housing the working lights!
On your way to the electric pole, turn heads in your garment as you march behind the abang carrying the ladder!
KidZos earned: 10
3. Photographer or Vlogger at the Imaging Station
At the Canon Imaging Studio, you can either be a junior bird photographer or a vlogger for the day.
My kids chose the former, and were given a mobile phone and mini binoculars that allows them to capture images. The task was to spot the 3 birds perching on the humongous indoor trees, which I found entertaining and funny.
The kids completed the task with ease, and had good fun searching for the birds.
KidZos earned: 10
4. Learn to Drive A Car
At the Department of Motor Vehicle in KidZania, children learn how to drive a car using a driving simulator.
Going behind the wheels teaches them responsibility and what it takes to maneuver safely on the road. Precision and discipline behind the wheels starts here.
But don’t forget to get your eyes checked at Optimax before you can earn your driving license!
KidZos spent: 12
5. BHL Petrol and Toll
Driving along the streets in KidZania is fun and safe! There are a variety of roles kids can role play. This includes being a toll gate operator at Plus Toll, pumping petrol at BHP Petrol or simply renting a car and be a driver for 15 minutes!
Every role has its unique set of duties not to be taken lightly. Go the wrong direction or fail to adhere to rules and accidents can happen!
Just like the previous activity, you’ll need to get your eyes tested at Optimax before going behind the wheels.
KidZos spent: 10
6. Be a food packer at the Panda Mart, Or Food Delivery Agent
The iconic foodpanda drivers zipping through the real streets in the city is a common sight. But what goes behind the scene?
At the Supermarket, children are tasked to prepare grocery orders for customers and pack them.
Once placed in cute foodpanda delivery bags, the delivery agents take over and are given an instruction sheet to deliver the goods to designated merchants!
KidZos earned: 6
7. Be A Courier Agent
Don on the courier agent vest and get ready for your delivery assignment!
As a courier agent, children must collect parcels to or from designated merchants around the city. And if the parcel is huge, get ready to lug a trolley to complete the job!
KidZos earned: 5
8. Be A Chemical Engineer
At the Antibacterial Research Lab, learn how effective sanitizers are in killing germs and compare its efficacy against hand washing with anti-bacterial soap. These activities reinforce the importance of practicing good hand hygiene!
KidZos earned: 15
9. Explore The Air Conditioning System
Here’s where you can play and earn KidZos!
Climb up the air conditioning vent and dive in the ins and outs of a commercial building’s air conditioning system.
There are 3 tunnels ready to be traversed, with each route ending with a slide or a short climb down. Complete each system and earn 5 KidZos!
KidZos earned: 5 per route
10. Be A Newscaster
At the Sim Leisure company, don on a corporate black jacket and look smart for the job.
Each child will be given trial sessions that allows them to get a feel of reading from the script in front of the screen. After the practice session, get into the hot seat and broadcast live while parents watch in awe!
It’s a great avenue to discover budding on-screen talent and future newscasters too.
KidZos earned: 10
KidZania Kuala Lumpur Food Selection
Theme park food tend to be expensive, and you bet the food is costlier then outside at YouTiao, AnW and Subway within KidZania.
For a more affordable option, give Yayoi Japanese Tenshoku Restaurant a try. Located beside the BHP Petrol station and opposite of A&W, Yayoi serves sushi, Japanese ramen, fries, ice cream and even chicken nuggets.
How Much Does KidZania Cost?
Do note that no physical tickets are sold at the KidZania KL counter. The staff on ground will guide you to purchase the ticket online.
To get the cheapest KidZania Kuala Lumpur ticket prize, it’s advisable to purchase directly from KidZania KL's online platform. The entrance fee charged by travel aggregators like Klook and Pelago are slightly higher as opposed to buying online from KidZania.
Refer to the table below for the lowest KidZania KL entrance fee.
Regardless of whichever platform you buy your tickets from, you must upload a picture of your child and yourself in order to enter. KidZania uses face recognition technology to track each child's activities and to ensure that every child’s safety is encountered for.
So don't fret the process but think of it as a security insurance that keeps our loved ones out of danger.
KidZania Kuala Lumpur Owner
KidZania Kuala Lumpur was originally owned by Tunku Dato’ Ahmad Burhanuddin, the Managing Director and CEO of Themed Attractions and Resorts Sdn. Bhd.
In December 2020, the ownership changed hands when Sim Leisure acquired KidZania KL.
The new proprietor, Sim Choo Kheng is also the owner of Escape Park franchise.
This acquisition expanded his conglomerate of theme parks that strives to connect people and nature through self-initiated play within the city.
Is KidZania Worth It?
The entrance fee to KidZania KL may err on the pricier end, but trust me it is worth every penny!
Running KidZania is extremely labor intensive, with a young crew in their 20s setting the pace and guiding the kids. The staff at KidZania are kid-centric and the kids are the treated like prized possessions, giving them the respect and space to play and frolic.
In that aspect, KidZania is worth the splurge as a child’s happiness is priceless.
Verdict
KidZania KL transforms into a buzzing hive of activities with the resident fire truck siren’s ringing every 15 minutes, cheers from the performers and pulsating drums abound.
Its like a carnival for kids that come to live every weekend and during school holidays.
KidZania The Curve is well maintained, pristine clean and everything runs like a well-oiled machinery.
At KidZania Kuala Lumpur, your child is empowered to take on new and novel activities that let them learn beyond the realms of YouTube!
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