9 Best Family-Friendly Things to Do in Batam
Aside from fantastic resorts, its wide range of land and water adventure activities, as well as its array of sightseeing opportunities, Batam is also a great spot for a short family getaway!
Only a 45-minute ferry ride away, Batam is incredibly fuss-free to get to. For a full checklist of how to get there and what you’ll need before departing, check out our Batam Travel Guide.
With so much to do and see in Batam, here are our top family-friendly activities you can experience with your little ones on the island!
1. Go Banana Boating
Out of the countless water sport options in Batam, banana boating is one of the most popular amongst families, for being both safe and tons of fun.
Our 3-day 2-night Ranoh Island Experience is perfect for families for an all-in package - round-trip ferry tickets, 2-night hotel stay, Ranoh Island tour and water sport activities (like banana boat and snorkelling!) included.
2. Zoom around on a Go-Kart
If you (or your kids) love a rush, go-karting is a great family activity to tick off your list!
Golden City Go-Kart has been operating for several years and boasts a wide easy track - they even have two-seater go-karts good for families with young kids unable to drive by themselves.
If you’d like to skip the planning on a full-day of exploration, our 1-Day Premium Batam City Tour takes you to some of the best attractions and experiences Batam has to offer - go-karting at Golden City included!
Address: 526R+W44, Jl. Bengkong Laut, Tj. Buntung, Kec. Bengkong, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29444, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 8am - 5pm | Daily
3. Build confidence at Belalang Adventure
Image credit: Belalang Adventure Facebook
If your kids are fearless adrenaline junkies, an afternoon at Belalang Adventure will get them tuckered out. This outdoor adventure centre has plenty of high element obstacles to conquer. Take them on as a family, or cheer your kids on from below!
If your family isn’t a fan of heights, there’s plenty of other activities on the ground - our favourites are the ATV rides and archery practice!
Address: Golden City, Bengkong Laut, Kec. Bengkong, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29444, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 9AM - 5PM | Daily
4. Visit the Batam Miniature Houses
Also located in Golden City, the Batam Miniature Houses is a park that contains - as its name suggests - a wide variety of scaled-down traditional Indonesian houses. This is a great way to have your kids learn more about Indonesia’s culture through the architecture of the country’s traditional houses.
A visit to the Batam Miniature Houses is included in our 1-Day Premium Batam City Tour!
Address: 526R+RCG, Tanjung Buntung, Bengkong, Batam City, Riau Islands 29444, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 8am - 6pm | Daily
5. Head to Sea Forest Adventure Park for an outdoor adventure
Located in Nongsa’s Nuvasa Bay, a trip to Sea Forest Adventure Park is the perfect day out for adventurous kids. This 100,000 sqm park has all kinds of land and sea activities - from bubble soccer to snorkelling - as well as educational activities like mangrove tours.
If you’ve got fearless kids who love a rush, take on the 300m flying fox or battle it out in a game of paintball. Another highlight of the park is their Aqua Adventure Track - a huge floating aqua park with obstacles, slides, jump platforms, a giant trampoline and more!
Address: Sea Forest Adventure Batam, Jl. Hang Lekiu, Sambau, Nongsa, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29465, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 8AM - 5PM | Daily
6. Capture memories at The ILLusion Batam
Image credit: The ILLusion Batam Facebook
Batam’s very own trick art museum and 3D illusion studio, The ILLusion Batam has a variety of rooms that’ll make you and your family question your perspectives - with upside down rooms, slanted platform areas, life-like murals and more across its 28 studios.
The friendly staff on-site will help you and your family get the best angles in order to capture the perfect shot!
Our 1 Day Batam City and Heritage Tour includes a visit to The ILLusion Batam, along with a stop at the famous Barelang Bridge, go-karting at Golden City, a 7-course seafood dinner and more - ferry tickets included as well!
Address: Golden City Block K, No. 4-5-6 Batam, Tj. Buntung, Kec. Bengkong, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29444, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 9AM - 5PM | Daily
7. Practise your swing in a family golf session
Whether you’re an avid golfer or a greenhorn at golf, a family golf session makes for a great family bonding activity, and gives the kids a chance to try their hand at a new sport!
Besides its 18-hole course, the Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam has plenty of kid-friendly golfing facilities (they provide kids golf clubs too!).
Start at the driving range and practice your shots, before heading to the putting green to sink some putts!
8. Take the young ones to Funworld Nagoya Citywalk
Located within the Nagoya Citywalk shopping mall, Funworld Nagoya Citywalk is a mini-amusement park filled with all sorts of rides and games.
If the kids are feeling brave, hop on the roller coaster or giant swing - if not, there are plenty of carnival and arcade games for a shot at winning a prize! Don’t miss out on the classic bumper cars either, for some family fun.
Address: Northwalk, Nagoya Citywalk, Jl. Imam Bonjol, Lubuk Baja Kota, Lubuk Baja, Batam City, Riau Islands 29444, Indonesia
Opening Hours: 10AM - 9PM | Daily
9. Spend the day at Nongsa Beach
If you’re in Batam, you’ve got to include at least one family beach day. One of our favourite spots for a day out under the sun is Nongsa Beach, with its picturesque white sands and gentle waves. Plan for a picnic, bring plenty of sunblock and stay to catch the beautiful sunset.
For the full beach resort experience, Montigo Resorts Nongsa, Turi Beach Resort and Batam View Beach Resort are all prime choices with family-friendly facilities!
Best Kid-Friendly Hotels and Resorts in Batam
Things to do aside, here are some of our top choices for family-friendly accommodations - each of them have facilities that make a great addition to a hassle-free and fun-filled vacation.
For more of our top Batam accommodation picks, check out our Batam Hotels, Resorts and Villas guide!
Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam
With a kids’ club and pool on the grounds, Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam is a great choice if you’re looking for a hotel with activities that the whole family can enjoy on its grounds.
Besides the greens, they have a driving range where the kids can practice, an archery range and even their own version of Master Chef Jr., for them to get a taste of what it’s like to cook in a competition!
Price: From $85/night
Address: Jl. Sudirman, Sukajadi, Kec. Batam Kota, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29432, Indonesia
Montigo Resorts Nongsa
Apart from Montigo Resorts Nongsa’s amazing beachfront luxury rooms and villas, as well as the spa facilities and adventure activities for parents (and older kids) to enjoy, their Tilo Kids Club is definitely another selling point if you’re heading to Batam with little ones in tow.
Montigo’s Tilo Kids Club has everything from board games to Xbox and PS3, along with activities such as arts & crafts, baking, canvas painting and origami making!
Price: From S$227/night
Address: Jl. Hang Lekiu, Sambau, Kecamatan Nongsa, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29465, Indonesia
Holiday Inn Resort Batam
Holiday Inn Resort Batam is particularly great for families with young ones looking to unwind. Plan an afternoon of family fun, or relax and unwind with your partner - the Panda Kids Club has a full day itinerary of activities to keep the kids busy and entertained, from cookie making to trampoline sessions!
Price: From S$75/night
Address: Waterfront City, Tanjung Riau, Sekupang, Batam City, Riau Islands 29422, Indonesia
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