Best family friendly destinations in Asia
Best family friendly destinations in Asia
Interactive museum spaces and family resort destinations across Asia
Asia offers some of the richest family travel around, with temples, wildlife and food that give kids and adults plenty to talk about long after the trip ends. Conditions vary a lot across such a huge continent, so picking the right spot matters more here than in regions with more consistent infrastructure.
The most visited family destinations tend to have well developed resorts, with pools, kid friendly menus and organized activities that take some of the daily planning off your hands. Beach areas across Southeast Asia offer calm water and reliable warmth, and most coastal bases are close enough to temples, markets or other cultural day trips for families who want more than just the beach.
Vaccinations and mosquito protection need a bit more planning with kids involved, and food and water safety varies enough by country that it is worth checking before you go. The upside is that your budget stretches further here than in many other parts of the world, putting higher end family stays within easier reach. The destinations on our list for Asia reflect that same balance of comfort and value.
Lists by region
City in Turkey
Marmaris
Turquoise Bays, Castles and Nightlife
Icmeler beach has shallow water and gently sloping sand ideal for young swimmers. Water parks and pirate style boat trips keep older kids busy. Day tours reach Dalyan, where families ride river boats to Iztuzu Beach. Loggerhead turtles nest on that beach each summer season.
Island in China
Hainan
China’s Tropical Escape-Beaches & Beyond
Yalong Bay has a wide white beach with warm and gentle water. Resorts here run kids clubs and pool slides. Wild macaques play on Monkey Island off the Nanwan coast. A cable car ride takes families over the blue water to the island in about fifteen minutes.
Island in Japan
Okinawa Island
Reef beaches and Ryukyu Kingdom heritage
Whale sharks glide through a giant tank at Churaumi Aquarium near Motobu. The huge acrylic window makes kids gasp. Beaches on the main island have calm water and gentle slopes. Boat trips reach the Kerama Islands for clear snorkelling with turtles and colourful reef fish in summer.
District in Indonesia
Nusa Dua
Bali’s Luxe Beaches and Calm Waters
An offshore reef shields the beaches at Nusa Dua from big waves. The water stays calm and shallow for young swimmers. Big resorts offer kids clubs with cooking classes and cultural crafts. Children also enjoy the waves that burst through rock channels at Water Blow.
National Park in Japan
Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Fuji, Hakone, Izu and volcanic islands
Pirate ships carry families across Lake Ashi with Mount Fuji rising behind them. The Hakone Ropeway glides over steaming vents at Owakudani. Kids love the black eggs boiled in volcanic hot water there. The Hakone Open Air Museum has a play sculpture area for children.
Country
Singapore
Tropical city-state of hawker food and gardens
Giant Supertrees glow at night in Gardens by the Bay. Kids run across the Sentosa waterfront beside Universal Studios rides. The Night Safari lets families watch tigers and elephants after dark from a tram. Clean streets and an easy metro system keep travel stress low.
Island in Thailand
Phuket
Beaches, Culture and Nightlife
Kata Beach has soft sand and gentle waves for splashing kids. Splash Jungle Water Park is a short drive away. Ethical elephant sanctuaries let families feed and walk beside rescued animals. Boat trips to Phang Nga Bay pass limestone cliffs rising from calm green water.
City in United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi
Modern luxury meets rich traditions
Yas Island packs Ferrari World, Warner Bros World and Yas Waterworld into one small area. Ferrari World has a roller coaster that reaches 240 kilometres per hour. Younger kids enjoy gentler rides and character shows. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque offers a calm break with guided family tours.
State/Prefecture in Japan
Hokkaido
Volcanoes, powder snow and fresh seafood
Penguins march across the snow at Asahiyama Zoo during winter walks. Visitors line the path to watch them waddle past at very close range. Summer brings purple lavender fields at Furano and cool mountain air. Winter families ski or sled on soft powder at Niseko.
Country
Maldives
Coral atolls, lagoons and overwater villas
Seaplanes land beside resort islands ringed by calm turquoise lagoons. Kids can snorkel over shallow house reefs to spot turtles and small rays. Many resorts run supervised kids clubs with beach games and crafts. Families can eat barefoot on the sand right beside the water.
City in Japan
Chiba
Suspended monorail, port tower and bay views
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea both sit in Urayasu just across the bay. Kids meet Mickey and friends on daily parades and rides. DisneySea adds a giant volcano and harbour themed lands. Several Disney hotels and resort monorails make getting around easy with small children.
City in Japan
Tokyo
Japan's capital of temples, towers and food
The Ghibli Museum in Mitaka has a soft fuzzy Catbus that small children can climb inside. Odaiba's Miraikan science museum shows interactive robots and space exhibits. Kids can pedal swan boats across Shinobazu Pond in Ueno Park. Clean and safe trains make getting around easy with pushchairs.
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