Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur

Towering skyscrapers, luxury malls, bustling street markets, award-winning restaurants and a glitzy nightlife scene, Kuala Lumpur—the gateway to Malaysia—is enticing in many ways.

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Things To See & Do

Petronas Twin Towers

Petronas Twin Towers

Famous City Landmark
Constructed with concrete, steel and glass, and displaying motifs of Islamic art, the 452-metre tall Petronas Twin Towers span 88 floors and with an observation desk on the 86th floor.

2 hours

Suggested Time

Genting Highlands

Genting Highlands

City of Entertainment
A hill resort near Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands is a city of entertainment with outdoor and indoor theme parks and casinos, along with concert and multimedia venues.

6+ hours

Suggested Time

Aquaria KLCC

Aquaria KLCC

Educational Aquatic Oceanarium
Spanning over 5,500 square metres, Aquaria KLCC is located in the Concourse Level of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and houses over 5,000 land bound and marine exhibits.

2 hours

Suggested Time

Jamek Mosque

Jamek Mosque

Oldest City Mosque
Dating back to 1909, Jamek Mosque is the oldest city mosque and affords Mughal architecture complete with the prayer hall opening out into a walled courtyard flanked by minarets.

30 minutes

Suggested Time

Thean Hou Temple

Thean Hou Temple

Multi-Tiered Buddhist Temple
Embellished with paintings and carvings, and combining elements of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, Thean Hou Temple is a Chinese temple dedicated to the sea goddess, Mazu.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Indoor Ecological Aviary
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park covers more than eight hectares across four zones that include two free-flight zones, a hornbill park and a zone with mini caged birds.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Sri Mahamariamman Temple

Sri Mahamariamman Temple

South Indian Temple
Dating back to 1873, Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia that displays a five-tiered gopuram bearing carvings of 228 Hindu deities.

30 minutes

Suggested Time

National Museum

National Museum

Historical Malaysian Museum
The three-storey National Museum details the cultural and historical heritage of Malaysia through ethnology and natural history displays comprising a collection of weapons, costumes and crafts.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

National Zoo of Malaysia

National Zoo of Malaysia

Protected Animal Park
Spanning 45 hectares, the National Zoo of Malaysia houses over 5,000 animals across almost 500 species, with exhibits like a reptile park, bird aviary, bee museum and an insect zoo.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

KLCC Park

KLCC Park

Tropical Urban Park
A biodiversity zone, KLCC Park spans over 20 hectares and has an artificial lake with fountains where the Lake Symphony light and sound show takes place every day.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Kuala Lumpur

All year holiday destination

  • MAY-JUL

    Peak Season

  • FEB-APR

    Moderate Season

  • AUG-JAN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with very little to no rainfalls.
  • Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and outdoor activities.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1/2

Chinese New YearFebruary-March

Merdeka DayAugust

Mid-Autumn FestivalSeptember

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Feast Your Senses with the Top Things to Do and Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur


Kuala Lumpur, in Malaysia, is best known for its steel-clad skyscrapers, thriving nightlife, impressive monuments, and enormous malls. Explore extensively the fashion and lifestyle hub of Southeast Asia that thrives on an indulgent cosmopolitan culture. Check out some of the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur with friends and family.


Best Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur for a Delightful Vacation

Some of the most popular places to visit in Kuala Lumpur with family and friends for a memorable vacation include:

  • Petronas Twin Towers- Check out the tallest twin towers of the world known for their magnificent beauty adorning the city’s skyline. You can dine at their double-decker sky bridge and visit the observation deck.
  • Menara Kuala Lumpur- Also known as KL Tower, this magnificent structure is visited for its exciting 360-degree view of the city’s skyline. You can capture amazing photographs from here and dine at the revolving restaurant.
  • Thean Hou Temple- This temple is 6-tiered and one of the largest in the world. Add it to your list of places to visit in Kuala Lumpur at night for its beautiful glowing lanterns that you can capture. Also, check out the spectacular fusion of faith celebrated here.

Some other popular tourist locales of Kuala Lumpur you must not miss include:

  • KL Birds Park
  • KLCC Park
  • Independence Square
  • Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
  • Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Top Shopping Destinations of Kuala Lumpur

  • Central Market- Explore this market for its diverse collection of handcrafted items and shop for local arts and souvenirs to take back home. If you are looking for places to visit in Kuala Lumpur for 3 days, then you must explore this market.
  • Suria KLCC- Visit this premier shopping complex spreading over 6 storeys for an exciting shopping, entertainment, and dining experience.
  • Genting Highlands- This little hill station located an hour away from Malaysia is among the top places to visit in Kuala Lumpur for couples. Exploring extensive shopping malls, world-class casinos, spirited nightlife, luxury stays, and lavish entertainment zones are among the top activities here.

Tourist Places in Kuala Lumpur

Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Genting Highlands, National Museum, National Zoo of Malaysia

Country

Malaysia

Best Time to Visit in Kuala Lumpur

December to February

Things to Do in Kuala Lumpur

Devis Corner, Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC Park, Aquaria KLCC, JamekMosque

Places to visit in Kuala Lumpur with Family

Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Stroll through Chinatown, Boating in Lake Gardens, Take in Views from Kuala Lumpur Tower, See Butterflies at Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Kuala Lumpur

What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Kuala Lumpur?

If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Petronas Twin Towers, Genting Highlands, and Aquaria KLCC when you are in Kuala Lumpur to make a funfilled vacay.

Which are the best heritage places to explore in Kuala Lumpur?

The best heritage places in Kuala Lumpur are Jamek Mosque, Sri Mahamariamman Temple and National Museum. You will have an amazing time exploring these heritage places in Kuala Lumpur and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.

What is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Kuala Lumpur, you can choose to go in December, January and February which is the peak season and May, June, July and August which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.