Found on the northern edge of Eastern Arabia, just at the tip of the Persian Gulf, Kuwait is one of the smallest countries in Asia. Although most of Kuwait is still comprised of desert, it has become one of the top choices for expatriates from around the world. Even though it is small, Kuwait has a high earning potential.If you are one of the many families who chose to relocate in Kuwait, you would know that the country is a haven for wonderful attractions for children.
We know for sure that to settle in a new environment is quite a challenge. It even becomes tougher when you include children in the equation. You’ll surely ask, “Where can I take the kids to play?” or “Is this place entertaining enough for the children?”. In Kuwait, a daily stroll would treat you to a number of green play areas, different theme parks, beaches, and indoor play places. Believe us when we say that you will have no problem if you’re planning on taking the kids out in Kuwait. In this article, we will walk you through the countless possible things you can do in Kuwait with kids. We hope you will find Kuwait to be an amazing playground for your little darlings, as we did!
Children love the arts. Of all the things they enjoy at a young age, drawing, dancing, singing, and painting are their favorite activities. And admit it, you enjoy it a lot watching them imitate a dance craze, sing incorrect lyrics, and come up with cute drawings. In Kuwait, you can provide your kids an avenue to channel their creativity through the Center of Arts. Situated in the Usaimi Complex, the Center of Arts is an excellent place where kids can train in various artistic fields, such as drawing, painting, singing, and dancing. If you are tired of painting your walls every month or if you see musical talent in your kid, take them to the Center of Arts and allow them to reach their maximum potential. While they learn, they get to meet friends who share the same interest. Likewise, they can turn every session into a fun one with the guidance of the facilitators. Usually, the Center of Arts makes children’s and parents’ dreams come true as it hosts shows and exhibitions. Kids will love how people will appreciate their artistic talent. You will, too, for sure!
Cost: $9 to $11.4
One other creative place you can take your kids to in Kuwait is the Color Me Mine studio in Salmiya. This is perfect if you want an activity which is fun but less physically draining for the children. At Color Me Mine, kids will be able to design and paint ceramic pieces, and take them home as souvenirs. Located in Marina Crescent off the Gulf road in Salmiya, Color Me Mine ceramic studio has a pre-fired bisque to help the kids with painting and designing. Adults are welcome to join the ceramic painting sessions, too. An activity like this will boost your child’s creativity. They’ll get their hands dirty, but they will see the product of their work afterwards. You can display the ceramics at home as memorabilia of your child’s artistry. Who knows? It might ignite their artistic potential! Color Me Mine paint-it-yourself ceramic studio is open daily. There is a studio fee plus the charge for the ceramic pieces you want to design. Your kids’ Saturday afternoon will definitely be a colorful one at Color Me Mine!
Cost: $7 to $8
Staying in Kuwait will make you realize that this country values artistry. In another creative spot for the would-be artists and those who just want to make art, children and adults can squeeze their creativity through a painting session. Located at Salem Al Mubarak Street in Salmiya, the Artspace Studio, Café and Gallery has made a name in Kuwait as a perfect spot for art therapy. In here, kids can hone their artistic skills, or they can just draw and paint as long as they want. Parents, too, can do the same, and let art relax their minds for a while. When you enter the Artspace Studio, Café and Gallery, you will be given large canvases, easels, aprons, brushes, acrylics, paints, and your own painting instructor. You can imitate a painting or make your own, depending on your preferences. The art studio is open from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $25
Let’s refrain from sitting around and doing painting activities for a while, because we have to face the fact that our kids will look for something more physical. Paintball Kuwait is just the best location for your kids to play around. Paintball is a sport which has brought joy to folks, young and old, from around the world. This game will totally make your kids feel the adrenaline and thrill of battling with other teams. Don’t worry, even though paintball is a shooting game, no one will get hurt. The guns used in the game have different paint colors as bullets. Plus, the paintball field has different obstacles and attractions, such as castles, pro-ball obstacles which are air-filled, war-like ditches, and grass platforms. What are you waiting for? Treat the kids for an unforgettable physical adventure at Paintball Kuwait! You can find the paintball field on the seafront, right behind the Kuwait Towers.
Another play place in Kuwait for intense kiddie adventures is Infunity. This indoor play area for children is located inside the 360 degree Mall. Kids can ride roller coasters, do rock climbing or a rope course, play video games, experience flight simulation, go bowling, and other fun activities to satisfy their energetic selves. What’s even special about Infunity is its available activity area for all age range. A day spent at Infunity will keep your kids’ tantrums away.
Going for something unique? Tired of the indoor play places? Craving for a breath of some fresh air for you and the kiddos? Visit the Green Island, which can be found on the Gulf Road. The Green Island is a large island park, which was built from land off the coast. In this island, your whole family can have an amazing nature trip as you have lots of activities to explore. For example, the kids can play in the electronic arcade. They can also ride on bumper boats, jump and bounce on the trampolines, ride on paddle boats around a small pond, or go biking. Adults can have a picnic or take a stroll to breathe fresh air. The Green Island houses several restaurants, walkways, and the greens. This means that you have the perfect excuse to ban those tablets and phones for a while. The Green Island is open daily, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. It is best to visit the place on a sunny or a cool day to appreciate the serenity of the unharmed natural world.
Cost: $8.2 to $11.4
If you ask the locals in Kuwait about their place recommendation for you and the kids, they are most likely to point you to the Entertainment City. This amusement park is the first and largest of its kind in the Al Doha area north of Kuwait, just within reach from Camp Doha. The Entertainment City boasts of different sections which have varying activities for the children. Some of the areas the kids can explore inside the amusement park are the African Safari, International World, Future World, Arab World, Space World, and a Tour of Europe. Of course, the kids can spend the day enjoying the thrill of the rides, such as a carousel, roller coaster, and even a water log ride. You can visit the Entertainment City every day, except Sundays. Kids will love every single minute spent on this amusement park, and you will have fun snapping photos of the joy on their adorable little faces!
Kids absolutely love animals! So, why not give them a nice treat to play and feed some animals at the Little Jungle? Located in Funaitees, the Little Jungle is a small private zoo, which allows children to pet animals. Kids can also ride on animals, such as ponies and camels. They can feed the animals straight from their hands, too! Admission to the Little Jungle is inexpensive as compared to the amazing time your kids will have. The Little Jungle is open daily, usually from 4:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. In some days and season, they open from morning until late in the evening.
Got kids who have passion for the culinary arts? Do they want to play chefs for a day? Take them to The Cute Bakery in Kuwait. This bakery lets the kids practice their culinary skills under professional supervision. This means that the kids can enjoy a fascinating culinary experience, as they can experience baking, cooking, and food decorating classes. Such a charming way to spend a weekend, don’t you think?
Cost: $9.8 to $13
Do you want some edutainment for your children? Oftentimes, we want to provide our kids with a productive activity, which will give them new skills or knowledge even when they are playing. In shorter terms, we want them to learn while having fun. Situated in Salmiya, The Scientific Center in Kuwait is the perfect answer to your struggle. This center is inherited by the late Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah. It is located within more than 80,000 square meters, and includes an aquarium, an IMAX theatre, and a Discovery Place. Essentially, The Scientific Center provides environmental education for its visitors. Kids can watch a film, check out the animals on the aquarium, go to the dhow harbor, and participate in interactive exhibits to learn about science and the environment. The Scientific Center in Kuwait opens daily. Opening times are as follows: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Thursdays, and 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fridays.
Cost: Free
Museums are the least favorite places of every child, as they think walking around and observing the displays are boring. Nonetheless, you ought to take them to the National Museum in Kuwait located on the Gulf Road. Besides the displays which can teach you and the kids about the history and culture of Kuwait, the kids will be fascinated by the life-sized dioramas of living in old Kuwait City. They can also explore the planetarium showcased in the National Museum. You can visit the museum from 8:00 a.m. to 12nn and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, except Sundays.
Cost: Free
We all want to teach our kids the importance of saving the environment in our little ways. In Kuwait, you can take the children to the Yarmouk Recycled Art Park and teach them about what recycling can contribute to efforts in environmental conservation. Inside this park, you can see various recycled materials (i.e. tires, wires, paper, and cans) made into art.
Cost: Free to $3.5
A new playground in Kuwait we’re sure your kids will love is the Anjafa Beach Playground. The playground in this beachfront is fully covered, so kids can enjoy the whole day playing and running around without the hassle of extreme temperature. Some of the activities the kids can do at the Anjafa Beach Playground are riding the carousel and the rocking boat, building sand castles, and playing in the swing.
Cost: $3.2
If you need to leave the kids for a few minutes to do some errands, you can take them to the Saveco Indoor Play Area. Aside from the friendly staff to take care of your kids, the Saveco Indoor Play Area boasts of soft play areas and a variety of kiddie activities to make sure the children are kept engaged.
The last item on our list is a rather unique activity for your whole family. Visiting the horses and ponies will be something to excite the little ones. They can touch, hug, or ride them at the Messila Horse Stables. This facility boasts of air-conditioned stables, arenas, sa clubhouse, and competition facilities.
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