Looking for fun things to do in KLCC for kids?
KLCC is such a family-friendly spot in KL! You’ll find all the most popular kids’ activities conveniently located within the same area. I love that there’s a good mix of indoor and outdoor attractions too.
You know how we locals avoid the city’s notorious traffic like the plague – but I make an exception for KLCC. My daughter and I always have the best time here that I really don’t mind the drive (I just make sure to go on weekday mornings to avoid the crowd).
⭐ Mama’s Picks: Favorite KLCC Kid Activities ⭐
Best Kids’ Attraction in KLCC: Petrosains Discovery Centre
Best Free Activity in KLCC for Kids: KLCC Park
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in KLCC: Serai and Madam Kwan
Best Store To Pick Up Baby Supplies: Babyshop
Just like with most malls in KL, you’ll find convenient family-friendly facilities to change nappies or nurse your little ones in Suria KLCC. Stroller rental is available too.
In this guide, I’ll cover all the family-friendly attractions available, where to find the family rooms, and where to eat in KLCC for families (with kid-friendly ideas on what to order).
Let’s get right to it!
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Where Is KLCC In Kuala Lumpur City Centre? Let’s Clear Up The Confusion.
When someone says KLCC, they could be referring to any of these buildings:
- Petronas Twin Towers
- Suria KLCC Mall
- Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Technically, they’re all located in the same area within walking distance of each other, so getting here isn’t too confusing.
Petronas Twin Towers is Malaysia’s most recognizable building. It’s an office building, but visitors can go up to the Observation Deck to get an awesome view of the city from up high.
Suria KLCC Mall is one of the most family-friendly malls in KL. Here you’ll find some of the best Kuala Lumpur attractions for families, convenient family rooms, restaurants with kids’ menus, and baby shops to stock up on essentials like nappies.
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is an events venue. Head to the lower ground level and you’ll get to Aquaria KLCC.
In this article, I’ll cover these 3 buildings so you’ll get the complete kid-friendly guide to KLCC.
Best Kids’ Attractions in KLCC
1. Petronas Twin Towers Observation Deck
This is THE most popular thing to do in KL with family so if it’s your first time here, I highly recommend a trip up to the 86th floor to the observation deck (make sure you book your tickets before you go).
It’s such a cool experience for kids to take in the view of the city from high up. There’s also a learning area for them to get to know this iconic landmark.
Location: 86th Floor, Petronas Twin Towers
2. Petrosains Discovery Centre
Petrosains is a science-based indoor playground that’s fun for all ages, making it one of the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur for kids.
I like that the exhibits are interactive! There are plenty of cause-and-action play areas where young toddler and older kids can enjoy experimenting with. There’s also a fun dinosaur area and a robotics section.
If you’re visiting with a toddler, you can head to the soft play area too. My daughter loves going down the mini slide and building her version of the twin towers using foam blocks.
I think every kid’s favorite part of Petrosains is this giant thingamajic right before the oil rig. They have to work together to gather the seeds and figure out how to transport them through each section. So fun!
Location: Level 4, Suria KLCC Mall
3. Aquaria KLCC
I love the chill, calming vibes of this aquarium!
My favorite part of this popular family activity at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is the under-the-sea tunnel. Hop on the travelator and watch sharks, turtles, and stingrays swim by.
I have a complete family-friendly guide on Aquaria KLCC if you need more information.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
There are plenty of feeding sessions throughout the day. It’s quite cool to see how they feed jellyfish, seahorses, freshwater fish, and more!
📚 If you love quieter, chill activities for kids in KL, check out the Children’s Library at the Islamic Arts Museum. Entry is free, they have an excellent collection of children’s books, and there are free activities on weeekends.
4. KLCC Park
For some fun outdoors, head to the huge 50-acre park right outside Suria KLCC and the convention center. For a free attraction, it’s loadsss of fun.
I think it has one of the best playgrounds in KL! There are all kinds of slides, climbers, swings, and see-saws to play with. There’s also a toddler-friendly section with shorter slides and easier steps to climb.
Have your kids’ wetsuits handy if you’re coming here. There’s a wading pool where kids can cool off in 🙂
@mamasguidetomalaysia This is why I always bring my kid’s wetsuit if we’re going to KLCC 😆 From Suria KLCC, head outdoors and walk towards the overhead bridge. Once you see the dolphin sculptures, you’re super near to the wading pool! There’s a basic toilet and changing area opposite the playground. Google “mamas guide to malaysia klcc” for the full family-friendly KLCC guide! ✨ #klcc #klccforkids #klccpark #freekidsactivities #swimming #kidsactivities #kualalumpur
♬ Relax, Take It Easy – Unklfnkl
The park is perfect for a long walk – there’s a looping path and you can spot more than 70 species of local trees along the way! (When I was a kid I couldn’t understand why my dad was so excited to spot random trees from his childhood. 30+ years later and oh my, how the turntables :P)
If you’re looking for things to do in KL at night with family, stay for the KLCC Lake Symphony Light & Sound Show. Here’s the schedule for this daily musical fountain show at KLCC Park:
- Full show: 8 p.m, 9 p.m., 10 p.m.
- Lights-only show: 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
5. Kids’ Section at Kinokuniya
Kid-friendly bookstores are super popular for kids in Kuala Lumpur. While the space at Kinokuniya’s kids’ section isn’t as interesting as most BookXcess stores, they make up for it with an incredible collection. They carry diverse titles so if you can’t find a book you’re looking for anywhere else in KL, you’ll most likely find it here.
Even if you don’t end up getting anything, just browsing through the bookshelves can be the simplest yet one of the most enjoyable Kuala Lumpur activities for kids.
Location: Level 4, Suria KLCC Mall
Family Facilities In KLCC
Parent Rooms
Locations: C-01, Concourse Level (near Maybank) and L2-01, Level 2 (near Cotton On Kids) in Suria KLCC
Facilities:
- Nappy changing stations
- Large sinks
- Water dispenser
- Private areas for nursing
Stroller Rental
Location: Concierge, Concourse Level in Suria KLCC
The mall offers strollers for rent to make family travel a little extra convenient. Last I checked, it’s free for the first 2 hours, and there’s a $10 MYR ($2.50 USD) charge for every subsequent hour.
They get snapped up FAST so if you absolutely need to have a stroller with you, it’s best to bring your own or rent it from elsewhere. Also, keep in mind that you can’t bring the Suria KLCC stroller out to Aquaria or the outdoor park.
Where To Eat In KLCC For Families
These are 2 of our favorite family-friendly restaurants with kids’ menus in Suria KLCC:
Serai
The kids’ menu has kid-friendly classics done well, including pastas, burger, and fried rice. I usually get the Creamy Chicken Mushroom Spaghetti for my daughter – it’s REALLY good!
For parents, I recommend trying their signature Nasi Kerabu. It’s a festive platter of fragrant rice cooked with blue pea flowers, served with spiced chicken, fish crackers, salted egg, and a local-style salad. Divine!
Madam Kwan
If you’re looking for Malaysian flavors for your little ones, do like the locals do and get them some chicken rice. The kiddie version at Madam Kwan is pretty darn good!
The rice is cooked in rich chicken stock – it’s comforting and flavorful. It’s served with juicy steamed chicken.
Here are more restaurants you can check out in KLCC with the fam:
- Oriental Kopi: local coffeeshop-style restaurant with kid-friendly local dishes like noodle soup, chicken rice, and egg tarts
- 4 Fingers: local chicken wings joint
- Chili’s: has a kid’s menu
- Dotty’s: Popular local bistro known for their cronuts. My daughter and I love have our coffee and babycino date here.
If you’re looking for snacks, try these places:
- Inside Scoop: Local ice cream joint. Try their Valrhona Chocolate on buttermilk waffles.
- Lavender Bakery: Has a good range of buns and pastries for on-the-go snacks.
- Childhood: Quirky selection of nostalgic Malaysian snacks and trinkets.
🍓Get more ideas on family-friendly places to eat in KL and beyond!
Baby Shops in KLCC
If you need to stock up on baby supplies, head to these shops in Suria KLCC:
- Babyshop: Diapers, baby care products, feeding essentials, clothing, toys, baby gear.
- Mothercare: Diapers, baby care products, feeding essentials, clothing, toys, baby gear.
- Cotton On Kids: Clothing.
- The Entertainer: Toys.
- Toys “R” Us: Toys.
You can also find a wide range of diapers and baby care products at the Cold Storage grocery store.
KLCC For Kids: Final Tips
Alritey, that’s my complete guide on exploring KLCC for kids!
I’ll recap the best KL tourist attractions for kids in KLCC:
It’s a great idea to stay at a hotel within or near KLCC so you can easily head back to your room for naptime or breaks in between. These are my top picks within walking distance to the KLCC area:
- Best Family-Friendly Hotel: Grand Hyatt
- Best Boutique Hotel: The RuMa Hotel
- Best No-Frills Hotel: Traders Hotel
- Best Luxury Hotel: Mandarin Oriental
- Best Mid-Range Hotel: Impiana KLCC
Be extra vigilant when you’re hanging out in KLCC with your kids. It’s a major tourist attraction and gets overcrowded, especially on weekends and public holidays.
For more ideas on exploring the city with little ones, check out my toddler-friendly Kuala Lumpur guide!
Kuala Lumpur With Toddler: Activity Guide by Local Mama (2024)
More Family-Friendly Ways To Explore KL:
- Super Fun Kuala Lumpur 3-Day Itinerary For Families (Google Map Included)
- 27 Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants In KL With Play Areas & Kids’ Menus
- 24 Free Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur With Kids (& 2 I Don’t Recommend)
- Aquaria KLCC Review: 5 Things I Like (And Some Things I Don’t)
- 10 Best Petrosains Activities for Toddlers & Big Kids
- Science Museum Malaysia: Why This Underrated Museum Is A Must-Visit!
- 3 Fun (& Free!) Kids’ Activities At KL’s Islamic Arts Museum
- 20 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Kuala Lumpur & Selangor
- Did You Know Kidzoona Indoor Playground Has A WFH Area For Parents?
