Snow World Genting Highlands in Pahang has recently reopened after undergoing renovations. — Resorts World Genting website
Living in a tropical climate, you might have resigned yourself to a life devoid of any snow fun.
But the manufacturing of “snow” has become more widespread today. In fact, the technology has progressed so much that it’s quite convincing in mimicking the tiny ice crystals that fall naturally from the sky.
Refrigeration systems and snow-making machines are what make winter wonderlands possible even in our hot and humid weather. The machines typically use water and air to create the ice and, in turn, snow in an indoor setting. This poses lower risks – though you may need to be mindful of its climate impact – compared to the chemical-heavy artificial snow made of foam or sodium polyacrylate.
For Malaysians, perhaps one of the earlier iterations we’re familiar with was the Snow House in the once-popular Mines Wonderland theme park in Selangor. Anyone remember how it was quite the “adventure” to walk in an icy cool place as actual snow fell on everyone?
Good times, indeed.
While snow-themed establishments typically gain more prominence during the year-end (coinciding with the start of winter in the northern hemisphere, and the peak holiday season), there’s been a growing demand for them that they are now available year-round.
Not only that, they are found not just in the Klang Valley but nationwide. Johor and Sabah, for example, are among the states that welcomed their own icy-cool attractions last year.
Whether it’s for hanging out with friends on the weekend or for family fun during school holidays, snow attractions are cool – in both senses of the word – places to visit.
Snovyland KK is one of the latest icy attractions in Malaysia. — Snovyland KK2 Antarctic Snow World is the first indoor snow park in Penang. — Antarctic Snow World Penang/Facebook3 Snow World at Resorts World Genting has recently reopened after undergoing renovations. — Resorts World Genting website4 There are two snow attractions that visitors can go to in Melaka. — Snow World Melaka Mall/Facebook5 Snowalk by i-City is a winter wonderland in Shah Alam, Selangor. — Filepic6 Winter Wonderland Snow Town can be found right in the heart of KL. — Berjaya Times Square Theme Park website
Snovyland KK (Sabah)
When you hear “snow in Sabah”, the image of Mount Kinabalu covered in a dusting of snow is maybe what you’d visualise. While a rare occurrence, snow has been recorded on the highest peak in Malaysia at least once every decade or so. The most recent of this was in February 2022.
It is more common to see ice sheets and frost near the peak.
You don’t have to scale the 4,095m-tall mountain to actually experience snow in the Bornean state, however. You just have to make your way to Kota Kinabalu, specifically to the district’s Inanam town.
Snovyland KK is touted as “the first and biggest snow world indoor theme park in Sabah”, as described on its social media pages.
Opened on Dec 24, 2025, it gives locals and tourists alike the chance to play with snow. It’s a “cooler” alternative to island hopping or mountain climbing when the weather doesn’t permit outdoor activities.
The star of the theme park is its Snow House. But if the snow alone can’t keep the kids occupied for hours, you can also count on the 5D movie theatre, kids’ race car machine and mini playground to do so.
Note that the entry fee is inclusive of jacket rental. But you are advised to bring your own gloves and scarves too so you can play comfortably longer.
Snow World at Resorts World Genting (Pahang)
Last year also brought another good news to chionophiles (lovers of snow), especially those who have long waited for the return of Snow World at Resorts World Genting. Located in First World Plaza, the theme park reopened last November after extensive renovations.
Roughly an hour’s drive north of Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands is popular as an escape from the tropical heat.
You might think, why go to a snow attraction there when the highlands itself is already chilly enough? But Snow World has ... well, snow. So that’s an added layer of fun and coolness.
You can spend your time in its -6°C atmosphere exploring a European village replica, cocooning yourself in an igloo or strolling along an LED-lit castle wall.
There are also plenty of games and rides that your children (or the child in you) can enjoy. Toboggan run and sleigh rides are just some of the activities to get your blood pumping.
Enjoy the snowfall. Have an impromptu snowman building contest or a snowball fight – with your own kin though, do not pelt strangers without consent or warning.
Before or after your snowy fun, you can always support the Visit Malaysia 2026 – Pahang First campaign by taking the time to explore the rest of the state too. Other than its cool highlands, Pahang is also known for its beautiful Pulau Tioman and surf-ready Cherating, as well as verdant nature perfect for outdoor adventures.
SnowLim Wonderland (Negri Sembilan)
About one hour south of KL, you’ll find Negri Sembilan’s sole snow-themed place. SnowLim Wonderland, located in Seremban, is recognised as Malaysia’s biggest snow theme park.
It was inducted into the Malaysia Book of Records in July 2025, an achievement attained barely a year after it first opened its doors in August 2024.
The attraction’s temperature is regulated at an icy -15°C. Entry fees include jacket rental, but you’ll need to bring your own gloves, scarves and hats. You can also buy these items at the attraction itself in case you don’t have any at home.
There are fun rides and a giant snow slide to keep everyone entertained at this frosty funhouse, but its biggest draw is undoubtedly the giant snow sculptures.
Just last November, the theme park unveiled its brand-new Snow Sculptures Dinosaur Park. As the name states, the sculptures are shaped after various dinosaurs.
That’s not the only design you’ll see, however, as the new exhibition also has what the park calls its Europe Train Wonderland. Sculptures shaped like Arctic snow animals, such as the polar bear and walrus, are found here too.
Also unveiled last year is the SnowLim Jungle Neon Zone. You can get plenty of cool photos here, with neon lights glowing bright against the serene white snow serving as your backdrop.
In support of Visit Negri Sembilan 2026, you can explore places beyond Seremban such as Monkey Bay in Port Dickson, Gua Batu Maloi in Johol and Rembau Museum in Kota.
Winter Wonderland Snow Town (KL)
If taking a road trip beyond KL is not feasible at the moment, you can still enjoy some snowy fun right in the city. More specifically, you can do so at Winter Wonderland Snow Town.
This attraction is part of the Berjaya Times Square Theme Park, so getting to it is as easy as taking the monorail. Disembark at the Imbi station, which is directly linked to the namesake mall where the theme park is located.
Head to Level 5 and there you will find what’s recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the country’s first and largest indoor theme park.
The winter wonderland part of the park was introduced in 2023. Temporarily closed in early 2024 for renovations, it has since swung back into action, so you can visit it anytime for some wintry fun.
It operates on a pay-per-play basis, so this means entry to the winter wonderland will count as additional charge.
Antarctic Snow World is the first indoor snow park in Penang. — Antarctic Snow World Penang/Facebook
Antarctic Snow World (Penang)
When you think of Penang, it being icy cool is not the perception you’ll likely have. Antarctic Snow World is about to change that.
Opened in 2024 in Straits Quay Mall, Tanjung Tokong, the snowy attraction offers respite from the island’s usual heat with its cool winter landscape.
Here, you can have plenty of fun sliding down icy slopes and playing in the snow. If you’ve honed your skills in building the cutest snowman, who knows, you might even win a snowman building contest here one day.
That is a possibility since the theme park does hold fun contests from time to time. The snowman one was held last August, so keep your eyes peeled for the next one.
Fitting the “Antarctic” in its name, the park does have cute penguin statues for you to take photos with. No polar bears, of course. (Despite what cartoons might have you believe, these two animals live at opposite ends of the Earth.)
Polar Bear Snow World (Selangor)
Here’s somewhere you can find polar bears. No, they’re not the live roaring ones but the cute ice sculpture kind.
Polar Bear Snow World is fairly new, launched last year as part of the fun attractions at FunPark, Gamuda Luge Gardens in Selangor.
The attraction, open daily except on Wednesdays, is a cosy place perfect for some frosty fun time. Enjoy the icy slides or throwing some snowballs. Take photos with the animal statues and ice sculptures.
Aside from the snowy place, you can check out the other rides and attractions within the park too.
Ride the Ferris wheel during sunset to catch a stunning view of the sun setting over Rawang, wind down on the merry-go-round or have a thrilling roll down the hill at the Skyline Luge.
Snowy Park USJ (Selangor)
It’s snowing in Subang! Or at least at the Snowy Park USJ. Opened just last November, the fresh attraction is located in The 19 USJ City Mall in Subang Jaya, Selangor.
The children category here is dictated by height. So, kids who are 90cm to 140cm tall are eligible for the child ticket pricing. Meanwhile, kids under 90cm are allowed in without charge.
Do note that you might not be able to bring your toddlers to the attraction, as kids under the age of three are not advised to enter for safety reasons.
The temperature inside reaches -10°C, so it’s best to come bundled up in your warmest gear. Only jackets are provided, as is the norm, so remember to pack everything else necessary. (Ear muffs too if your ears get cold easy.)
Snowalk by i-City is a winter wonderland in Shah Alam, Selangor. —Filepic
Snowalk by i-City (Selangor)
Also in Selangor is the Snowalk by i-City. It is one of the long-running snow attractions in Malaysia, having been around since 2011.
It is part of the i-City Theme Park in Shah Alam, spanning 4,645sq m of area with a chilly temperature of between -8°C and -5°C.
Also known as Snowalk Aurora, due to the attraction’s light projections that mimic the natural light displays typically seen in high altitude regions, this means you can come here as a more cost-effective alternative to flying the Nordic countries to catch the dancing lights.
Or you can just come here to enjoy the falling snow, play bumper cars on ice and slide around on the snow.
Visiting these chill attractions is also a good way to support Visit Selangor Year 2026, extended from the state's tourism campaign last year that received positive response from tourists.
Snow World Banda Hilir (Melaka)
Melaka is another state that holds its tourism campaign, Visit Melaka 2026, alongside the nationwide Visit Malaysia 2026.
Being an already fairly popular – and small! – state, you might think you’ve run out of places to visit here. But, have you tried playing with snow in Melaka?
If the answer is no, you’d maybe consider checking out its snow worlds. Yes, plural. The state doesn’t have just one snow attraction, it has two. The first to open was Snow World Banda Hilir in January 2025.
The cosy place is just nice for kids to spend some time in, especially since there is no time limit for the entry.
Snow World Melaka Mall (Melaka)
The other snow attraction, Snow World Melaka Mall, opened in March 2025. Located near Aeon Ayer Keroh, this is a cosy place just nice for experiencing snowfall year-round.
Aside from the usual playing with snow and sliding on ice, there is also a 5D movie theatre here. You can take tons of photos with replicas of Melaka’s heritage landmarks like Jonker Walk, Kampung Morten and the Stadthuys, tucked in a winter setting.
This snowy attraction allows you to enter multiple times. So, in case it gets too cold to handle inside, step out for a moment, then step back in to continue your frosty fun time.
SnowLand Johor Bahru (Johor)
In May last year, Johor welcomed what was touted as its first indoor snow world: SnowLand Johor Bahru.
Also referred to as SnowLand JB, the icy cool attraction is located in the Mall of Medini, which is not far from Legoland in Iskandar Puteri.
As with most snow attractions in the country, it is open daily. Of course, opening hours on weekends and public holidays do differ from weekdays, so be sure to check its social media (Facebook and Instagram) prior to making your visit.
By the way, similar to Snowy Park USJ, tickets for entry are not categorised by age. Height measurements apply instead. Basically, anyone above 141cm falls under the adult ticket category.
Let’s hope your 10-year-old doesn’t have a growth spurt right before your family snow day.
In support of Visit Johor 2026, make sure to explore other parts of the state while you’re there. Check out the campaign’s schedule on visitjohor2026.my so you can plan your trips accordingly, such as coinciding them with interesting cultural and food festivals.
