Family trip to Batam Island with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
Even though Batam Island became an extremely attractive tourist destination only a few decays ago, it’s already can be considered as a perfect place for holidays with children. In some way, it is predetermined by the Indonesians’ attitude to their own kids, as they allow them anything they want. Well, probably just almost everything. For instance, it’s okay for locals to come to an important conference together with their child. All children can scamper about in the hall all together during such meetings. The local children are extremely active, that is why there are lots of playgrounds here on the island. Mini-football fields, basketball and tennis courts are always crowded, so a child can play with other kids anytime.
Batam is close to Singapore; it’s difficult to imagine, but just 30 years ago there had been only a small fishing village on its territory. In 1989 Batam has become a free trade zone … Open
If you’re looking for European or American cuisine, you can easily find it here on Batam Island, too. There is a wide choice of hamburgers, sushi, Chinese noodles, pizzas, and pasta … Open
Babies would especially enjoy Batam Miniature House. It’s a small park where you can find dozens of miniature buildings designed in the traditional oriental style. If your child is interested in plants (particularly exotic ones) then Batam Botanical Garden worth visiting. There you can find a great collection of plants from all over the island. You can show your child the process of how lilies grow and tell him or her some amusing facts about all those lovely flowers in Taman Kolam Sekupang. Good shaped children would defiantly like a trip around the jungles enjoying local landscapes, flora, and fauna. There are lots of picturesque waterfalls on the island as well. Young climbers would also like the island, as there are several routes which are suitable for the beginners.
Indonesians are quite a contradictory nation. On Batam Island, you could either be surrounded by friendly people who are always ready to help, or you could collide with an aggressive youth … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Batam Island and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Batam Island
♥ Amusement park 'SKI360 Cable Ski Park' , 17.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Universal Studios Singapore' Resorts World Sentosa, 22.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Gogreen Segway Rides & Bicycle Rental' Sentosa, 23 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Adventure Cove Water Park' Resorts World Sentosa, 23.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Underwater World' Sentosa, 23.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'SKI360 Cable Ski Park' , 17.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Universal Studios Singapore' Resorts World Sentosa, 22.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Gogreen Segway Rides & Bicycle Rental' Sentosa, 23 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Adventure Cove Water Park' Resorts World Sentosa, 23.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Underwater World' Sentosa, 23.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Batam Island
♥ Water park 'Universal Studios Singapore' , 22.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Wild Wet' Pasir Ris, 24.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Legoland Water Park' Johor Bahru, 50.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tiram Indoor Water Park' Johor Bahru, 53.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wet World' Batu Pahat, 142.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Universal Studios Singapore' , 22.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Wild Wet' Pasir Ris, 24.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Legoland Water Park' Johor Bahru, 50.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tiram Indoor Water Park' Johor Bahru, 53.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wet World' Batu Pahat, 142.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Aquariums in Batam Island and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'Marine Life Park' , 23.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'River Safari' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Marine Life Park' , 23.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'River Safari' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Zoos and gardens in/near Batam Island
♥ Zoo 'River Safari' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Singapore Zoo' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Night Safari' Singapore, 35.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Jurong Bird Park' , 37.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Zoo Johor' Johor Bahru, Johor, 43.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'River Safari' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Singapore Zoo' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Night Safari' Singapore, 35.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Jurong Bird Park' , 37.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Zoo Johor' Johor Bahru, Johor, 43.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Famous sights of Batam Island
Marine life park
From the series “The Coolest and Largest Oceanariums in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Batam Island center - 23.4 km.
The Aquarium of Singapore is famous for rare specimens of marine life. It is home to more than 20 bottlenose dolphins and bronze fish-hammer, which can’t be seen in every major aquarium of the world. Opening of the oceanarium was held in 2012. By now, it is the largest on the planet. …
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Masjid Sultan
From the series “Top Largest and Famous Mosques Worldwide”
Check on the map: Distance from Batam Island center - 22.6 km.
At once there can be about 500 believers. The main peculiarity of the building is a huge gilded cupola. The mosque is situated on the territory of the popular touristic district Kampong Glam that’s why it is known mostly for every tourist. But not everybody knows that the first mosque was built there even at the beginning of the 19th century. Later the Muslim community has drastically increased and needed a bigger mosque. The building of the new mosque has begun by order of Sultan Hussain Shah. Until nowadays the mosque is named in honour of him. …
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Swissotel The Stamford
From the series “The World's Tallest Hotels”
Check on the map: Distance from Batam Island center - 22.2 km.
On the 71st floor of the skyscraper there is a popular Equinox restaurant with circular panorama. Visitors will be able to test the most popular dishes of Asian and Western cuisine. Among the bars accessible to the hotel guests, one should especially mention the City Space. Delighted by the panorama of the city, visitors can taste the varieties of alcohol and elite cigars, brought from different parts of the world. …
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Photogallery of best places of Batam Island
Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Batam Island
Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Batam Island - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Batam Island, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Batam Island for families with children.