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Places to visit in Kuala Lumpur

THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur

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Top Attractions in Kuala Lumpur

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Illuminated fountain light show set against the backdrop of iconic towers, paired with a serene park ambiance, evening strolls, and a children's play area.
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Sprawling, modern mall in the Bukit Bintang area, home to a plethora of luxury brands and a vast, varied food court. Features an elegant, cosy ambiance with a blend of shopping and dining.
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Indoor market showcasing local handicrafts and souvenirs alongside a diverse food court serving Malaysian delicacies. Known for its cool ambiance and bargaining culture.
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Upscale shopping destination at the base of iconic twin towers, featuring international brands, diverse dining, and a large bookstore, with views of the adjacent park.
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Tranquil bird sanctuary with free-roaming and caged birds, including peacock displays. Ideal for calm exploration and photography, with ample bird interactions and a spacious flight aviary.
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Landmark tower with panoramic skyline views and a glass-floored skybox. Features include a mini zoo and a night-time sci-fi transformation. Provides a unique city perspective.
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Islamic art and architecture take centre stage in this elegantly designed museum. Includes a variety of artifacts, interactive exhibits on mosque design, and a curated gift shop.
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Bustling market in Chinatown, vibrant with street food, stalls selling knock-off items, and cultural sights. Ideal for haggling enthusiasts and cultural immersion.
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From quick jaunts to full-day outings.




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What travellers are saying

  • Migel L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You should go to take a look twin tower if you are in Malaysia. So cool design of buildings and it's photogenic too . Highly recommended.
    Written 16 January 2025
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  • Roving54850693495
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ms Yin Hui was fabulous as we learn magnificent history and all the hard work in making our national Malaysia treasure!!
    Written 19 January 2025
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  • Leo S
    Windisch, Aargau, Switzerland52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very pleasent park, clean and large. Plenty of seating and covered areas to relax or sit. Fantastic views on the petronas towers
    Written 13 January 2025
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  • Danny W
    4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The dinner we had at Ming Kee restaurant was excellent, e.g. BBQ chicken wings, Hokkien fried noodle, salty fish bean sprouts,... etc. I would definitely go back to this restaurant again.

    However, a disappointing durian experience at Jalan Alor durian vendor. We asked for a Musang King durian and asked if it was "guaranteed" (i.e. a higher price per kg) to be creamy, sweet and ripe. They said they would. We are not experts in durian, but definitely can tell a ripe one from a not ripe one. We were half way through hoping the rest would be better but we noticed it was all the same. We explained what we noticed to the vendor and the vendor brought us another piece of durian in a Saran wrapped package for exchange. We declined for the exchange; because we did not know what type/grade of durian it was in the package. The durian vendor gave us a discount of MYR $37 from the total MYR $287 and insisted us to pay MYR $250. See the vendor in the photo. We will never visit this durian vendor again.

    I would give 5 to Ming Kee restaurant and 1 to the durian vendor. Therefore, my overall experience at Jalan Alor was 4.

    We visited Jalan Alor on December 31, 2024.
    Written 4 January 2025
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  • DipuKV
    Pune, India3,382 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A landmark in the area, Pavilion is a mall and houses the local rail terminals. Vibrant and well-lit. Worth a visit if you are in the city.
    Written 23 December 2024
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  • Paul Choong
    Penang Island, Malaysia127 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Central Market Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant hub showcasing the best of Malaysian culture. From traditional crafts to tantalizing street food, it's a must-visit for anyone exploring the city's rich heritage.
    Written 30 October 2024
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  • Lucinda J
    Wellington, New Zealand1,135 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Thus is a must do on our any trip to Kiala lumpur. Absolutely stunning multi layered temple that has incredible views and stunning architecture
    Written 1 January 2025
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  • irenevff
    Dasmarinas City, Philippines6,011 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    this is a very good hang-out place if you're alone or with friends. this mall is just right beneath the petronas twin towers.

    there is a lot of high-end stores here and also familiar fast-food chains. what i really liked was the kinokuniya bookstore at the third floor. had i have more time to spend, i would have stayed longer and explore more books.

    suria KLCC mall has a park located at the posterior.
    Written 28 December 2024
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  • aandjburns
    Perth, Australia239 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fantastic collection of birds from all over the world in a series of walk-in aviaries & individual (large) aviaries. Located just outside of the city, I got there via the hop-on/hop-off bus (about 1hr from Stop #1). I paid at the gate (MYR 85.00). The Park is well set out, although set in a valley, there are easy walk paths to allow everyone to get around; a couple of the walk-in aviaries have double-door access which maybe a bit tricky in a wheel chair. Allow yourself a few hours to take it all in; I spent an enjoyable 3hrs walking among the birds.
    Written 11 November 2024
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  • Citoyen du monde
    Algiers, Algeria52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice experience to have a meal at 281 M you have a great view from there and the restaurant is rotating so you just can eat and enjoy the view

    dinner is very busy book in advance

    the food can be better needs improvement
    Written 25 December 2024
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  • Hugenot
    UK521 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our favourite museum in Kuala Lumpur. A beautiful building with fascinating galleries. We particularly loved the architectural models of all the different mosques. There are also galleries dedicated to beautiful manuscripts, ceramics and weapons. A brilliant place and only 20 MYR to enter. The cafe and shop are great too.
    Written 11 January 2025
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  • ChooiHoong F
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hello
    Not sure how useful this review will be for others. It’s for anyone thinking of visiting Malaysia.
    Review of Else Hotel, a luxury hotel in Chinatown( Petaling Street) Kuala Lumpur. The Lee Rubber Building was constructed in 1930 in an art deco style with a grey facade. Originally only 4 floors when it was renovated for the hotel 2 levels were added.
    There is only one accesible room on the first floor but for Kuala Lumpur standards for my needs it was excellent. No wall to wall carpets so made rolling much easier, a spacious bathroom, basin at a comfortable height as as the toilet and the built in shower ledge. I was also pleasantly surprised by the wardrobe with the lower hanging rail. Unfortunately the pool on the 4th floor isn’t accesible because of how it was designed on a platform with steps. Chinatown KL is doable in a wheelchair if you have someone to help you move up and down some kerbs and a step or 2 between the shop houses.
    Location of hotel is central in terms of Chinatown.
    If you book direct with hotel one can get a discount. For our room we paid USD 130 ( incl of breakfast) which in terms of the luxury label is very reasonable.