7 Fun things to do in Genting Highlands

Get Excited: 7 Fun things to do in Genting Highlands

Sonia Lourdes

04 Sep 2016

updated the Sunday, September 4, 2016

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20th Century Fox theme park in Resorts World Genting
Enjoy the rides at the 20th Century Fox outdoor theme park. Set to open in 2017, this theme park, similar to Universal Studios Singapore, is definitely one for those of you who are thrill seekers.
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Have fun in the Indoor Theme Park
While waiting for the official opening of the outdoor theme park, one can have fun with the kids in Genting Highlands' indoor theme park. Fancy a day out shopping and sitting on a roller coaster? This is the place to go!
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Strawberry farm fun
Head out for a day trip to Genting Highlands' Strawberry Farm. From strawberry picking to indulging in freshly made strawberry jam, indulge in the beauty the highlands have to offer.
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Go crazy at the casino
Well-known for its casino, you have to try your hand at least once at the poker table. Placing your kids at various daycares available at the resorts would ease your load while you have a few hours of fun. No harm winning a little more cash for your trip, right?
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Shop till you drop
First World Plaza is also a retail paradise. There are over 40 retail outlets for you to shop at, ranging from jewellery to souvenir stores. Make use of your time and shop till you drop in the largest mall in Genting Highlands. Don't head home without a truckload of goodies!
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Bowl in the dark
First World Plaza has a bowling alley - Genting Bowl. One of the highlights at Genting Bowl is the glow-in-the-dark bowling. For those of you who feel like the indoor theme park has nothing to offer you, do make sure you take some time off your shopping trip and drop by this bowling alley and experience a one-of-a-kind bowling session with the family!
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Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum
Remember all those Thursday nights spent watching Ripley's Believe It or Not on the telly with the family? Reminisce those times by heading over to the Ripley's Believe or Not museum and share the amazing stories with your children who have probably not heard of this fascinating place.

20th Century Fox theme park in Resorts World Genting

It’s time to take the family on a cool adventure they’ll never forget.

Most travel destinations claim to have “something for everyone” but rarely do they live up to their promise. Whether you’re going on a trip with your loved ones or simply bringing the kids out for a well-deserved break nearby, Genting Highlands is definitely the place to go to without worrying too much about distance.

Fun for the whole family

Just an hour’s drive up from Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands is nestled on a mountain peak. Also, it has two different kinds of theme parks on its premises, an outdoor and indoor theme park. Why not change it up a little and bring the little kiddos to experience something different while having fun at various rides at the theme park? Or if you’re bored of constantly driving around the usual places in Malaysia on a hunt for durians or going on staycation with your partner, this could be the perfect place to unwind and escape the sweltering heat. Bask in some cool weather without creating a large hole in your pocket by flying off to Europe.

We have put together a list of 7 things to do in Genting Highlands, do get your bags packing before the year end and explore a part of Malaysia you never knew had more to offer than its cool breeze!

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