🎯 [2025] Top 5 Family Activities in Johor for Weekends & School Holidays

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Stuck on where to take the kids this weekend?
Whether you’re looking for outdoor fun, creative workshops, or indoor learning adventures, Johor has some amazing family-friendly options — and HiParents has rounded up 5 of the best!


🌾 1. Desaru Fruit Farm – Desaru

🚜 What to expect:

  • Guided tours around tropical fruit orchards

  • Hands-on farm experiences (feeding animals, planting)

  • ATV rides & fruit tasting

πŸ‘§ Suitable for: Ages 3+, curious nature-lovers
πŸ’¬ Parent tip: “The farm was fun and educational — my kids now love dragon fruit!”


🎨 2. Art20 Studio – Mount Austin

🎨 What to expect:

  • Parent-child canvas painting sessions

  • Creative workshops (ceramic painting, slime art)

  • Flexible booking for small groups

πŸ‘§ Suitable for: Ages 4+, artsy little ones
πŸ’¬ Parent tip: “A perfect indoor option — we went home with a canvas full of memories.”


πŸ§ͺ 3. Kidzooona – Toppen Shopping Centre

🧸 What to expect:

  • Pretend play zones (kitchen, supermarket, doctor station)

  • Soft play area for toddlers

  • Free play with educational toys

πŸ‘§ Suitable for: Ages 1–8
πŸ’¬ Parent tip: “The kids had so much fun pretending to run their own bakery. Great for half-day play!”


🌳 4. Eco Park – Horizon Hills

🏞️ What to expect:

  • Nature trails, wide open grass fields

  • Biking or picnic spots

  • Weekend family yoga or playgroups (check community boards)

πŸ‘§ Suitable for: All ages, great for stroller walks too
πŸ’¬ Parent tip: “Sometimes the best activity is just sunshine and running free.”


πŸ“š 5. BookXcess Sunway Big Box – Nusajaya

πŸ“– What to expect:

  • Massive book space with reading corners

  • Family reading hours or storytelling sessions (selected weekends)

  • Café inside for relaxed reading & snack time

πŸ‘§ Suitable for: Quiet kids, ages 4+
πŸ’¬ Parent tip: “Affordable books, peaceful vibe, and a great way to spend a quiet afternoon.”


βœ… Tips for Choosing Family Activities in Johor

Type Great for
Farms & Nature Kids with high energy or love animals
Indoor Play Rainy day rescue or mall breaks
Creative Workshops Kids who enjoy focus and imagination
Reading Spaces Calm bonding time, low-stimulus environment

πŸ“ Looking for more Johor family activity ideas?
πŸ‘‰ Check out our curated Family Directory at HiParents.com.my

πŸ“ Know a hidden gem for family outings? Share with us and let’s build Johor’s best parenting map — together!

Jun 05,2025