Bangladesh offers an incredible mix of natural wonders, from the world's longest beach at Cox's Bazar to the mangrove forests of the Sundarbans. Experience vibrant culture, ancient heritage sites, and warm hospitality in this South Asian gem.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Cox's Bazar Beach Day
The world's longest natural beach at 120 km is perfect for sandcastle building, paddling in calm sections, and experiencing Bangladesh's most celebrated natural attraction. The beach at Laboni Point has lifeguard coverage and is the safest swimming area.
Duration: Full day
Fantasy Kingdom Theme Park
Bangladesh's largest theme and water park in Dhaka's Ashulia area, featuring roller coasters, a water park, rides for young children, and a separate children's zone. The most popular family day out for Dhaka families.
Duration: 4-6 hours
Dhaka Zoo and Botanical Garden
Bangladesh's national zoo in Mirpur houses Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, crocodiles, deer, and a wide range of birds. The adjacent Balda Garden botanical garden makes a pleasant combined half-day visit for families with children.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Ratargul Swamp Forest Boat Tour
A magical boat journey through a unique freshwater swamp forest near Sylhet that fills with water during monsoon, creating a scene of green canopy emerging from still water. Traditional wooden boats navigated by local boatmen create a memorable adventure for children of all ages.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Foy's Lake Amusement Park, Chittagong
A pleasant lakeside amusement park in the hills of Chittagong with boating, rides, a small aquarium, and restaurants. Less crowded and more relaxed than Dhaka's theme parks, making it ideal for families visiting Chittagong.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Srimangal Tea Garden Walk
A gentle walk through the rolling tea gardens around Srimangal, ending with a tasting of the famous seven-layer tea at Nilkantha Tea Cabin. Children enjoy watching the tea pluckers and learning how their morning tea is produced.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Royal Tulip Sea Pearl Beach Resort
Bangladesh's finest family beach resort at Cox's Bazar with direct private beach access, multiple pools, a kids club, water sports, and spacious family rooms. The most complete family resort experience in Bangladesh.
Family features: Kids club, multiple pools, private beach, family connecting rooms, water sports centre
Sheraton Dhaka
Family-friendly five-star hotel in Banani with a large pool, spacious rooms, and the reassuringly international-standard service that makes it a preferred choice for families with young children in Dhaka.
Family features: Pool, spacious rooms, family-friendly buffet restaurant, reliable 24-hour room service
Hotel Windy Terrace, Bandarban
Comfortable hotel in Bandarban town with mountain views, helpful staff, and a pleasant restaurant. Good base for family hill tracts exploration with staff who can arrange suitable family-friendly day activities.
Family features: Mountain views, restaurant, tour desk, child-friendly staff
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Most Bangladeshi restaurants warmly welcome children — ask for 'kom jhaal' (less spicy) dishes for younger palates
International fast food chains (KFC, Pizza Hut, Nando's) are widely available in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Cox's Bazar for children who need familiar food
Hotel restaurant buffets (Sheraton Garden Kitchen, Pan Pacific Sonargaon) offer the widest variety for families with fussy eaters
Always carry your own bottled water for children — tap water is unsafe throughout Bangladesh
Fresh coconut water from vendors is safe, nutritious, and widely available — children typically love it
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Bring all prescription medications and common children's medicines from home — brands and formulations differ significantly in Bangladesh
Use only bottled water for drinking, teeth brushing, and mixing formula or drinks — this is essential for children's health
Schedule outdoor activities before 11 AM and after 4 PM to avoid peak heat, particularly from March through October
Hire a private car with driver for family travel in Bangladesh — far more comfortable, flexible, and safe than public transport with children
Children attract wonderful positive attention from Bangladeshis — locals will frequently offer sweets and want to take photographs with foreign children