By Lawrence Davis
Looking for family-friendly things to do in Bangkok this weekend? Whether you want to escape the heat, find indoor fun, or explore outdoor spaces with the kids, Bangkok offers plenty of options to keep the whole family entertained and happy.
1. SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World – Family-Friendly Aquarium Adventure
Beneath the busy Siam Paragon lies a surprisingly massive aquarium that still impresses in 2025. Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World takes you from rainforest streams to deep-sea tunnels, with sharks, stingrays, and even penguins along the way. It’s an air-conditioned escape perfect for toddlers to tweens.
Highlights include:
- A 270-degree underwater tunnel with sharks gliding overhead
- Interactive touch pools and feeding sessions
- Behind-the-scenes tours with marine biologists (book in advance)
Insider tip: book weekday morning tickets online for better prices and fewer school tour groups.
2. Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
If your kids prefer bugs over bubbles, head to the Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium in Chatuchak Park. It’s low-cost (read: free!) and offers a lush, enclosed dome filled with fluttering butterflies and blooming flowers.
The garden is educational without feeling like a lesson. Expect:
- Dozens of butterfly species in flight
- Caterpillar displays and pupae enclosures
- Shady benches for parents to chill
Best visited mid-morning when the butterflies are most active. Bring water and sunscreen — it’s not fully indoors.
3. King Power Mahanakhon SkyWalk (At Sunset)
High above Silom, the Mahanakhon SkyWalk offers Bangkok’s best skyline view and a glass-floored thrill ride for brave kids (and adults). It might seem like a tourist trap, but locals love it too—especially for sunset family photos.
What makes it worth it:
- Panoramic 360° views from the 78th floor
- The vertigo-inducing glass tray that lets you “walk on air”
- Interactive AR exhibits showing Bangkok’s evolution
It’s not cheap, but the experience is unforgettable and stroller-accessible. Arrive around 5:30pm for golden hour views and cooler air.
4. Pororo Aqua Park Bangkok
Located on the rooftop of CentralPlaza Bangna, Pororo Aqua Park is a vibrant water park themed around the beloved Korean cartoon character, Pororo the Little Penguin. Spanning over 10,000 square meters, it offers a variety of attractions suitable for all ages.
Highlights include:
Nine child-friendly pools with interactive water play activities
Pororo’s Funnel Slide (600m)
Pororo’s River Ride (400m)
Tong Tong’s Magic Slide
Final Thoughts
You don’t have to resign yourself to another afternoon in an air-conditioned megamall. Bangkok has a surprising number of entertaining, family-friendly experiences that feel a bit more genuine — and a lot more memorable.
Whether it’s butterflies, sharks, city views, or water slides, the trick is knowing where to look. And now, you do.
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