After being ‘locked down’ for nearly four months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all that you and your family need is a good quick holiday. Get away from your busy schedule, take a rest with your loved ones, go out and play.
Drive up to Ipoh, which will only take about two and a half hours from the Klang Valley.
Why Ipoh? Besides the convenience distance its offer, you’ll be surprised by what Ipoh has to offer. Ipoh has everything to satisfy not only you and your spouse but your children will be fulfilled too.
Thrilling Theme Parks around Ipoh, Perak
There are a few theme parks in Ipoh itself that might appeal to you and your children. As much as I wanted to bring the kids to visit the Movie Animation Parks (MAPS) in Ipoh, I got to know from the news that MAPS has seized its operation in January 2020, until further notice.
Yet, that should not stop any of us to visit Ipoh. Here are among the best five Ipoh theme parks and nearby, if you are planning to make a trip up north. They are:
1. Lost World of Tambun
We went there two years ago and kids are longing for another trip to this fun, iconic theme park. Lost World of Tambun always put their best efforts to be more creative in ensuring that every time we visit them, they will give a different experience all over again. They keep upgrading their facilities and add on new zones.
Not just a water theme park, there are so many other parks in Lost World of Tambun including Amusement and Adventure Park, Tiger Valley and Petting Zoo, Hot Springs, and Water Spa.
You won’t have enough until you stay till late at night to enjoy every activity in Night Park and the Luminous Forest.
I’d recommend 3 days and 2 nights stay if you wish to make full use of all the time with your children here. Worth every minute!
2. The Space Park
Located in the Angsana Mall, Ipoh, it is an indoor entertainment park for the kids and the adults too.
Taking the space theme seriously, you and your children will definitely have a fantabulous time exploring and experiencing the magic of science in The Space Park.
Divulge into the mystery of space and experience extraordinary adventure with the high-tech 9D VR Dark Mars, HTC VR Console, Human Gyroscope, and Virtual Space Shuttle.
3. Molly Fantasy in Ipoh Parade and Kidzoona in AEON Ipoh Mall
Bring back the old days memories and fun that we have during our childhood by bringing the kids to enjoy the merriness of ‘funfairs’ indoor in these malls. At small fees charges, I’m sure your kids will find their own ways to have fun in these amusement parks and you could have a treat for yourself, window shopping, or even doing the real shopping yourself. It will always be good therapy for the whole family.
4. Bukit Merah Lake Town Resort
If you were to drive up north, there’s another treasure of 87km away (which is about an hour drive) from Ipoh that surely inviting and worth a visit. The Bukit Merah Lake Town Resort offers not only a nice view setting but more than that. An affordable and convenient waterpark, the theme park also offers other attractions such as the Eco Park, Orang Utan Island, Adventure Park, and Recreation Park.
Roam around nature and be mesmerized. It will surely bring a lot of fun and a lifetime experience for your growing up children to appreciate the wonder of nature and the thrill of the waterpark itself.
5. Frenzy Water Park, Marina Island, Pangkor
When you thought you had enough, wait until you make a last stop at the Frenzy Water Park Marina Islan Pangkor on your way back up to KL. Located 83km away from Ipoh toward the south-bound, Frenzy Water Park is a theme park that right off the shore on the island of Pangkor in Perak with beautiful views of the sea.
It has many options for water-sports activities such as canoeing, paddle boats, kayaking, yoyo boats, and floaties…lots of floats! With the calm clear sea, the theme park will leave such as memorable moments for you and your loved ones. And of course, something that your children could talk about for the whole year through.
Best Things that You MUST-DO While in Ipoh
You don’t claim that you’ve visited Ipoh if you haven’t spent more time doing stuff as most travellers and tourists would do. Here are some activities that you might want to try on while you are in Ipoh:
1. Breakfast like a King at New Hollywood Restaurant
Start your day beautifully with a variety of local delights at the New Hollywood Restaurant, which a mini food courts where you’ll be able to taste the hawker’s favourites such as the freshly made chee cheong fun, succulent char kuey teow, assortment of yong tau foo and many more. Don’t forget to get you own cup of Hainanese coffees to pair with the food.
2. Discover the Artisan Wold at the Kong Heng Square
You’ll be surprised how commercialized the Square is despite it looks like a bit run down.
Holding up to the artisan and hipster concepts, there are booths selling knick-knacks and handcrafts just like the flea markets. While you are at it, don’t forget to stop at the Bits and Bots booth to try out their ‘ais kepal’ which will surely bring back the childhood nostalgic memories.
3. Drive-thru Tau Foo Fah at Funny Mountain Soya Bean
Just nearby the Kong Heng Square, make a stop at the Funny Mountain Soya Bean and get yourself a succulent fresh tau foo fah in town. You don’t have to worry about parking as they have a drive-through service as well.
4. Go Back in Time with a Visit to Ipoh World
Get your facts right and give the Ipoh insights to the kids by visiting the Ipoh World. It’s a museum that exhibits the education-based information about Ipoh heritage and its tin-mining industries.
5. Yummylicious Dim Sum at Canning Dim Sum
Stop by Canning Dim Sum for a hearty lunch with your family. With a long list of Dim Sum varieties, I’m sure there’ll be everyone’s favourite to be served and shared.
6. Shopping at the Memory Lane
Stop by at Jalan Horley Sunday Market if you happen to spend your weekend in Ipoh. Also called the “Memory Lane” and “Pasar Karat”, it offers personal goods and collectibles which might be interesting for the kids.
7. The Famous Laksa Telur Goreng Bersarang
Have a quick must-try Laksa Telur Goreng Bersarang in between lunch and dinner at the Cafe Setinggan for something authentic and delicious. Trust me, the experience you are getting will never be the same elsewhere.
8. Take a Stroll around the D.R. Sennivasagam Park
Chill down with a stroll in a park around the green lushes park of the D.R. Sennivasagam Park. It is a large urban park in the middle of the city which will definitely calm you down and give peace. A definitely an instagrammable background, the park promises you a satisfaction visiting it.
9. Dinner Treat at Miker Food
Fill up the hungry tummy at Miker Food for dinner before putting them to rest for the day. Miker Food served both the Malay and Western dishes of your choice. Be it a bowl of the special Tom Yam Nyor or the handmade stoned-oven Pizza, you and your family will surely enjoy your time in Ipoh with good food.
Mommies, with fun stuff to do at theme parks, places to visit, feed your tastebuds with greatness, and appreciate nature. Book your stay, pack up, get the key, and start the engine.
Stay tuned with Motherhood Story for more fun-filled activities and attractions that suit the entire family!