History lovers will love visiting the Royal Museum. Here, you’ll learn about Malaysia’s royal lifestyle while also witnessing Islamic art and culture first-hand.
Head next door to the Petronas Towers for an experience you won’t forget – stroll along their sky bridge and marvel at the view over the city from there! You can take advantage of Cathay Pacific flights from Hong Kong to Kuala Lumpur right now.
1. Petronas Towers
Petronas Towers are an incredible sight. Recognizable worldwide, their iconic structure can be seen on postcards and tourism campaigns around the globe, in movies (notably Entrapment with Sean Connery ) as well as TV shows. You cannot visit Malaysia without taking at least one photograph next to these twin skyscrapers!
If you’re planning on visiting the towers, book your ticket in advance to avoid the long lines on site. Your tour includes visiting the 86th-floor observation deck and Sky Bridge; both provide exceptional views over the city – it’s incredible that they connect by such an amazingly thin bridge! In addition, your tour will teach you more about their history.
Suria KLCC, an elegant six-story shopping podium at the base of the towers, boasts over 270 upmarket stores, cafes, and restaurants – Kinokuniya is my personal favorite here with one of the largest book selections in Malaysia! There’s also Petrosains: The Discovery Centre from the owners of the towers which serves to inspire both children and adults in STEM learning. Aquaria aquarium is another must-visit with children; similarly, Aquaria features international standard tanks designed specifically for marine life. And for something truly memorable at nighttime Traders Hotel offers their light and water show featuring water fountains, lights, and music, all for free!
2. Sunway Lagoon Theme Park
Sunway Lagoon will keep thrill-seekers enthralled, boasting an extensive selection of rides and attractions to keep adrenaline junkies busy for hours. As Malaysia and Southeast Asia’s largest theme park–divided into six zones–Sunway Lagoon provides thrill-seekers with a memorable experience, including jaw-dropping water slides, walking Malaysia’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge or even bungee jumping off its middle at an additional cost! Visitors can also interact with exotic animals at Wildlife Park before diving headfirst onto roller coasters at Extreme Park.
If you’re seeking a family-friendly experience, head over to the Water Park. Relax by enjoying its massive wave pools and water slides; for something a bit more exhilarating take a ride on either Pirate’s Revenge ride or Lost City of Gold roller coaster and prepare to be amazed as your hair whips around at crazy speeds – or experience its spine-chilling haunted houses of Scream Park!
This tour provides round-trip transportation from your hotel so that you can have a stress-free day of fun and adventure! When the time comes to leave, your driver will pick you up and return you safely back at your hotel. It’s the perfect way to escape Kuala Lumpur while having an amazing time at one of its premier attractions; soon you’ll feel like a kid again!
3. Kampung Baru
Kampung Baru is an ancient Malay village nestled within Kuala Lumpur’s bustling metropolis. Although only steps away from Malaysia’s towering skyscrapers, Kampung Baru feels like another world; streets lined with wooden-style houses raised on stilts with frangipani flowers, bougainvillea bushes and banana trees make up its rural setting – no museums or historic monuments exist here; just rural Malaysian life amidst Kuala Lumpur’s skyscraper surroundings!
Kampung Baru can be explored independently, but for an unforgettable experience join Fuad Fahmy on a three-hour tour led by local guide Fuad Fahmy. You will experience a shortcut leading directly up to an ancient pastel blue Malay house from 100 years ago, meet friendly residents, and discover street food vendors serving regional Malaysian specialties.
Villagers here are fighting hard to preserve their way of life as development plans threaten their area. Even though their homes may become luxury condominiums or shopping malls, these villagers maintain their sense of place and identity that many other citizens have lost in the cities around them.
Kampung Baru offers many popular activities for visitors to do, with strolling leisurely through its neighborhood being its most beloved pastime. You may want to visit Masjid Jamek, Sultan Sulaiman Club, and Chow Kit Wet/Dry Market among many others; plus there are small shops selling locally made crafts and souvenirs – an absolute must when in Kuala Lumpur!
4. Batu Caves
The Batu Caves is an expansive series of limestone hills filled with Hindu shrines. The main draw for visitors is Lord Murugan’s statue which guards the entrance, but there’s much more to do and enjoy: taking photos with giant pigeons, climbing 272 steps to enter caves and temples, seeing entire colonies of monkeys who love climbing up them, taking selfies on huge pigeons perching atop each step and enjoying many other enjoyable activities!
Visits to the caves can be done independently or via tour groups; both options tend to be cheaper than taking the train or taxi; also making getting around easier and enabling visitors to discover all there is in them. A number of tours can be found online.
Personally, I think a guided group tour is best; you will gain more from learning more about culture this way; however, it is up to you. Plus, it is the cheapest option.
Visit the caves early in the day, before it gets too hot, to avoid crowds and ensure an enjoyable experience without being interrupted by people or direct sunlight.
At Batu Caves station is the KTM commuter train, making travel convenient and cost-effective if staying within range of its purple/blue line. Grab (Asia’s Uber) or taxi are other viable transportation options to reach this iconic site in Kuala Lumpur; should you plan on visiting several different spots throughout Kuala Lumpur at once, I suggest purchasing a multi-pass for public transportation which gives access to all forms of public transport at an extremely reasonable rate; this makes exploring more of Kuala Lummy easier!
5. The Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle, comprising three countries and two rivers, offers visitors an unforgettable experience and photo opp in Malaysia. There are both natural and manmade attractions here – among them being the Petronas Towers; one of which stands as one of the tallest twin structures ever erected and offers panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur from their sky bridge connection between them.
There are also numerous parks and gardens nearby, including the Perdana Botanical Garden with its collection of flowers and plants such as Orchids, Hibiscus Gardens, Exotic Species Collection, and Cycad Island. Visitors can also stroll the lake and fountain attractions at KLCC Park which features twice-daily water shows!
Menara Kuala Lumpur and Taman Negara are also major landmarks in the area, boasting communications towers that feature observation decks to give breathtaking views of city skylines and Petronas Towers – though those prone to vertigo should avoid it. Taman Negara, on the other hand, is home to an expansive national park filled with an abundance of plant and animal species; ideal for nature enthusiasts to appreciate Malaysia’s diverse biodiversity and enjoy being outdoors!
If you prefer something urban, check out Pavilion KL. This luxurious shopping mall may seem like the ultimate temple of consumerism; but there’s so much more than shiny marble and designer clothes here – including modern bars where you can relax while sipping your cocktail, making this an excellent retreat from the scorching city heat!
