You can’t go to Bangkok without viewing the Grand Palace complex and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, unquestionably one of the wonders of the world today and the children will enjoy seeing the zodiac at the Bangkok Planetarium or enjoy watching a S.W.A.T. team take on the terrorists, with spectacular special effects at Dream World. The less faint hearted can watch the keepers putting their heads in crocodiles mouths at the Crocodile Park!

Another of the popular Bangkok experiences, is enjoying the sights, smells and sounds of the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market where you will find hundreds of Thai style canoes laden with fruits, vegetables, sweets and meats.

Attractions for children in Bangkok
The Bangkok Planetarium

Modeled after the famous projector in London, gives daily shows of the rising and setting of the sun and moon, the solar system and the zodiac. There are also exhibits on space travel, astronomy through the ages, and the life of stars and the solar system, as well as a separate computer zone and an aquarium. More details...

Dream World

Set in beautifully landscaped gardens, you can discover four lands of dreams, with their legendary castles, pools and more than 15 exciting rides including Corkscrew, Bumper Cars, white water rapids and Rollercoasters! This huge amusement park is a must for the family. Meet your favourite cartoon characters in the spectacular ‘Colours of the World’ parade or thrill to some real live Hollywood-style action. More details...

Crocodile Park

The world's largest crocodile farm with a population of over 60,000! Well worth the visit to see the spectacular 'Crocodile Wrestling' and 'Acrobatic Elephant' shows, which are held every hour. As well as snappy fresh and saltwater crocs, you will also see gibbons, elephants, lions and snakes. A Dinosaur Museum with life-size models of dinosaurs and skeletons is also on display.

Safari World and Marine Park

Located in the heart of Bangkok, this two in one park makes it an ideal action packed day out! Safari World is a drive-thru zoo! It houses rare and endangered species from every part of the world. You can drive your own hire car, or on a safari mini-coach.
The Marine Park has live action stunts and seven amazing world-class animal shows including Orang-Utan Boxing, and Sea-Lion Performances. The kids will love the Jungle Cruise River Adventure, where you take a flume ride through the tropical jungles of Africa and Asia with advanced animatronics and special effects.
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Bangkok's Children Discovery Museum

If you are taking a trip to Chatuchak Market, you could combine it with a trip around the Childrens Discovery Museum. The Bangkok's Children Discovery Museum encourages a hands-on approach to learning. This is the perfect place for inquisitive young minds to figure things out for themselves, as well as for smaller ones just wanting to touch everything. More details...

Chokchai Farm

Should you fancy a day out on a real farm life, trying your hand at milking a cow, riding a horse, or making real farm-style ice-cream. ChokChai Farm makes a great family outing. Located on Friendship Highway, Nongnamdaeng, Pakchong. (1.5 hours from Bangkok) this award winning attraction offers all sorts of activities, from agro-tours to camping packages. More details...

Recommended family friendly hotels in Bangkok

The Holiday Inn Bangkok
Fully equipped with a business centre that offers a complete range of support services, unique family suites and a beautiful outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. More details...

Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok
Located along the banks of the famed Chao Phraya River is the Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok. It provides easy access to attractions and transportation links. Consistently rated as one of the best hotels in the world, this is the prefect place to ensure the whole family will be spoiled rotten. More details...

Recommended Family Holidays in Bangkok:

Tailor Made Family Holiday by responsible travel
Make waves on your next family holiday with an adventure that inspires and delights, taking you not just away from home but far away from tourist trail. If you’re longing to visit Thailand but want to see more of the country than shown in the run-of-the-mill holiday brochures yet don’t want to travel with other people, this unique private tour offers just that. More details...

Family Holiday in Thailand by responsible travel
Combine your journey into stunning little-visited areas of southern Thailand with a fantastic opportunity for the whole family to make a positive contribution to the lives of a rural village community. More details...

Land of Smiles Family Holiday

A kaleidoscopic view of Thailand that will provide some great memories and have your kids impressing their school friends with tales of riding through the jungle by elephant, exploring beautiful caves and playing on palm-fringed tropical beaches. After two nights in Bangkok, you travel south for three days of rest and relaxation on the island of Koh Samet. Then, with batteries recharged, you head north to Chiang Mai. More details…

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