FREE Playgrounds for Kids in KL Malls.

I’m starting the week looking at some of the malls in Kuala Lumpur who have implemented FREE play areas for the littles ones! And now this is updated and offers a few more choices (as of June 2019!)

We recently visited the likes of MyTown and IPC and were really pleased to see these little play zones popping up. They’re so perfect for families, giving both parents and children a break from the routine of a normally hectic shopping trip!

Slides, climbing frames, swings, and a dedicated space to run around a bit, it’s a really great idea! I’m sure there are more malls out there doing this so I shall be investigating further and adding to this compilation as time goes by – do you know of any I should add to my list?! Drop me a line in the comments below as I’d love to hear from you! Have a great week, S x

IPC Shopping Centre:

The fairly new Funland at IPC Shopping Centre on level 2 is just outside the lovely child-friendly Bucket B Cafe so you can combine the two! It’s open daily from 10am to 10pm and aimed at children aged 12 and below. With swings, a slide, roundabout and even a game of hop scotch, this is a pleasant little area.

1 Utama Shopping Centre:

1 Utama Shopping Centre recently added this colourful play zone to their 1 Utama E location. It can be found on the Ground Floor in the same wing at FlowRider KL and AirRider KL. It’s certainly a nice bright addition to the space and includes multiple slides, tubes, and climbing frames.

MyTown Shopping Centre:

MyTOWN Shopping Centre certainly didn’t fail to impress us with multiple little play zones all around the mall!

There’s one section at the entrance to IKEA and then another couple of zones up near family favourites Molly Fantasy and Weaning Tots!

There’s a little bit of everything to explore for both the younger tots and slightly older children. Nice new mall and very child-friendly.

The Curve, Mutiara Damansara:

There’s not one, but two play zones, plus the wonderful added feature of a relaxing aquarium to wander around. Their signage says that the playground is aimed at children aged 5 to 12 but I’m pretty sure this great and used by younger ones too! It includes slides, tunnels and climbing areas, all located on the 1st floor outside Mothercare and the LEGO shop.

You can then head over to their sea-themed zone where little ones will love checking out the fish in the aquariums before playing in, and sliding down, boats! They sanitize the space daily but just know that this takes place between 3.30pm and 4.30pm daily so you won’t be able to use the area then!

Sunway Velocity Mall:

This colourful set-up at Sunway Velocity Mall can be found up on the second floor of the mall near Parkson and Toys”R”Us. It’s a great enclosed space that includes multiple slides, tunnels, monkey bars, and climbing opportunities, ideal for children under the age of 12.

For those of you who didn’t already know, Sunway Velocity Mall also has a “VeloKiddie”Club for children up to 12 years old, which offers extra benefits around the mall, as well as invites to special family events and activities available exclusively to VeloKiddie Members!

Membership is completely FREE of charge, you just need to sign up online, and then collect your card (and a FREE gift!) next time you are at the mall!

VeloKiddie sign-up: https://www.sunwayvelocitymall.com/velokiddie_club/

Sunway Pyramid:

One of the most recent playgrounds to pop up is located right at Starbucks on LG1 of the infamous Sunway Pyramid.

Set mostly outside, but with a few small pieces of equipment indoors as well, I think this will be a firm favourite with parents wanting to enjoy the shade of the coffee shop terrace while the kiddies enjoy the free play area.

The main outdoor play structure complete with colourful slides, climbing and tunnels, resembles a boat and is set in the garden area. Add to that some small equipment for younger children and you’ve got a great place to hang out in the middle of a shopping spree!!

Not solely for Starbucks clients, this is for everyone, but I guarantee it’s a busy place, especially on the weekends!

Parkson Department Stores:

I’ve written a couple of posts over the last year about different Parkson Department Stores adding little FREE play zones to their Children’s Section, and I have to say, I love this idea.

They vary in size, and can sometimes just offer a little slide and some stepping stone cushions, but others offer climbing, sliding, rocking animals, ball pools and some great space for a bit of a time out from shopping!

Here you have pictures from 3 venues that I know to have this free play space; namely DA MEN Mall, Sunway Pyramid, and Pavilion KL

(For Da Men Mall, find them located at Shoes Gallery by Parkson /Little Monsters on the 3rd floor)

If you’re heading for the toy department, this will give the minis a chance to play while you stay nearby!

Centrepoint Bandar Utama:

This is one that I haven’t personally visited but instead found the pictures online after one of my followers mentioned it to me!

Centrepoint Bandar Utama has this playground which is colourful and gives the littles a chance to play on slides, roundabouts, and the main climbing structure.