Let kids have fun unstructured form of
play
Unstructured
play is essential in honing a child's imagination and DreamPlay is just the right place for that. I took
my cousins here and they certainly had fun exploring iconic areas from
renowned DreamWorks films. My hyperactive cousins climbed, crawled, and yes,
screamed because of the How to Train Your
Dragon area’s sprawling mazes
while they enjoyed searching for Shrek’s missing keys at the Swamp Stop.
Test your strength and agility
DreamPlay
takes pride in its educational and entertaining activities. The 5,000-square
meter interactive space has areas offering challenging physical activities. The Kung Fu Panda section has the most thrilling
attractions including the Thread of Enlightenment, Wall of Despair, and
Stairway to Heaven where dauntless guests can conquer rope courses and climb
steep poles. My favorite is the Furious Five Academy where you get the chance
to dance and train with Po.
Learn new skills
The
Penguins of Madagascar need you to help them assemble a vessel in the Whatever
Floats Your Boat area. You’ll also do the same thing for Hiccup as you help him
create and fly a dragon through DreamPlay’s suspended metal
tracks. Once done, consider wearing the director’s hat as you create your own
animated film at DreamStudio. Kids can also sign up for baking classes with
Gingy that will teach them how to bake and design gingerbread men.
Relax and be amused
The DreamTales
Library combines beanbags and books to provide guests a restful reading
experience. There are puppet shows too scheduled throughout the day. Don’t miss
the Dream Theatre featuring 4D films. Since the place can only accommodate 46
guests, line up at least 15 minutes before your preferred time slot.
Celebrate birthdays
There are three themed DreamPlay rooms for those who want to
celebrate birthdays and other special events – the Shrek Party Room (for 40
guests), the How to Train Your Dragon Party Room (for 30 guests), and the
Madagascar Party Room (for 20 guests).
Take photos with the gang
Character
appearances are common but we didn’t see any when we visited. I failed to see
Shrek again. Sigh.
Shop for souvenirs
Finally,
no theme park will exist without a souvenir shop. Like the play area, DreamShop
is divided into four sections based on the items – Shrek, Kung Fu Panda,
How to Train Your Dragon, and Madagascar. The
items are reasonably priced with tumblers starting at P120 ($2.50).
Things to remember:
- Adult visitors are not allowed
to enter DreamPlay without a kid. Adults have to pay the children’s rate if
they wish to participate in the activities. Non-participating adults are free
to enter the DreamTales Library and the Dream Theatre.
- If you will join the
activities, make sure that you are not wearing slippers or open-toed shoes.
Sleeveless shirts and skirts are not allowed and most attractions require
participants to wear socks.
- The four-hour ticket is
already sufficient to enjoy the playground. Charges for extensions will be
billed at the check-out counter.
DreamWorks
DreamPlay
Aseana Blvd. corner Macapagal Avenue
Entertainment City, Parañaque
(02)808-0909
