Attraction

Things To Do in Kuala Lumpur

Located right in the heart of the city centre near to KL Tower and KL City Walk, it is easy to explore the many attractions of Kuala Lumpur, especially with an excellent transport network conveniently accessible. Host of many international sporting and cultural events, the city is well-loved as a shopping and gastronomical haven that will delight every shopper and satisfy every palate. From parks and museums to nature and wildlife, one will be spoilt for choice with things to do in Kuala Lumpur.

Culture and Heritage

Central Market

The official centre for Malaysian arts, culture and handicraft, this is one place you would not want to miss.

Little India, Brickfields

A bustling street of vendors selling colourful sarees, traditional Indian candies and savouries.

National Museum

Housing collections of national history, local culture and customs and natural history indoors.

Sultan Abul Samad Building

Named after the 4th Sultan of Selangor, it houses the Textile Museum today, and is beautifully lit up at night.

Independence Square

Merdeka Square has a special place in the hearts of Malaysians, as this was where Malaysia gained her independence.

National Mosque

Admire the architecture of this majestic mosque, which includes its 73-metre high minarets and 16-pointed stars.

Batu Caves

Climb its 272 steps and visit the three limestone caves, one of which houses a renowned cave temple.

Thean Hou Temple

Largest Chinese temples in Southeast Asia with beautiful architecture and also decorated with thousands of red lanterns.

Night Life

Jalan P. Ramlee

The city centre of Kuala Lumpur, along with some choice urban spots, comes alive at night as crowds of revellers and yuppies frequent its clubs, bars and pubs, especially those in Jalan P. Ramlee, Changkat Raja Chulan and Bukit Bintang.

Changkat Raja Chulan

Bukit Bintang

I-City

i-City dazzles the nightscapes with stunning LED lightscapes dubbed the City of Digital Lights. Yet during the day, tourist visitors can come rub shoulders with super icons in Malaysia’s first interactive wax museum – Red Carpet 2.

Nature and Wildlife

KLCC Park

A 50-acre tropical landscape in the heart of KLCC, it features a children’s playground, symphony fountain, wading pool and several sculptures.

Perdana Botanical Garden (Lake Gardens)

Situated in the Heritage Park of Kuala Lumpur, this is a great place for a relaxing stroll while admiring the flora and fauna.

Titiwangsa Lake Garden

You would not be bored with the park’s offer of activities such as horseback riding, kite flying, canoeing, boating, jogging and aqua biking.

Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve

Originally home to the Malaysian tiger and elephants, this forest reserve still has monkeys, pythons and is the only virgin tropical rainforest left in the city.

KL Orchid Garden

Located at the highest point of Perdana Botanical Gardens, it houses up to 800 species of orchids.

KL Bird Park

The park is well-known as the “World’s Largest Free-flight Walk-in Aviary”, offering 20 acres of verdant valley terrain to be explored.

KL Hibiscus Garden

Fringed by stately old trees, the garden showcases the various species of Malaysia’s national flower, the Bunga Raya (Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis).

National Zoo

The zoo has more than 5,000 animals of 450 species of birds, reptiles, mammals, fish and amphibians from all over the world.

Shopping District

Suria KLCC Mall

Malaysia’s premier shopping destination located at Kuala Lumpur’s most prestigious commercial address – the Kuala Lumpur City Centre.

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Located in the trendy Bukit Bintang district, this is a retail haven with more than 500 shops offering the finest in fashion and home furnishings.

Fahrenheit88

Kuala Lumpur’s vibrant and iconic shopping destination for young urbanites, it has more than 200 retail and F&B outlets.

Petaling Street (Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown)

This is a shopper’s paradise if you are keen to bargain your way to some cheap things, ranging from clothes and fabrics to souvenirs.

Arts and Entertainment

KidZania

Kidzania Kuala Lumpur is an indoor family edutainment centre, which offers interactive learning and entertainment for kids.

Aquaria KLCC

Aquaria KLCC is a state-of-the-art oceanarium showcasing over 5,000 different exhibits of aquatic and land-bound creatures sprawled.

Petronas Philharmonic Hall

It is home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and is Malaysian’s concert hall devoted specifically to classical music.

National Art Gallery

With its blend of traditional Malay architecture and contemporary features, it is one of the most popular art venues in the region.

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia, boasting gleaming skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions. Divided into numerous districts, its main hub is called the Golden Triangle which comprises Bukit Bintang, KLCC and Chinatown. KL is widely recognised for numerous landmarks, including Petronas Twin Towers (the world’s tallest twin skyscrapers), Petaling Street flea market, and Batu Caves, which is over 400 million years old.