Kuala Lumpur

Top 10 things to do in Kuala Lumpur

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  1. Merdeka Square

  The Sultan Abdul Samad Building, which dominates this Independence Square, reflects the influences of Mughal architecture, a mix of Indian, Persian and Islamic design.

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  2. KLCC Park

  17 acres of lush greenery at the base of the Petronas Towers offer respite during a day of sightseeing. Don't miss the Lake Symphony water display of the two fountains.

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  3. Petronas Towers

  At 1,483 feet these twin towers are the city's iconic symbols. The double-decker skybridge, which links the two buildings on the 41st and 42nd floors, is 558 feet above the ground.

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  4. Aquaria KLCC

  Walk among the sea creatures down a 295-foot-long glass tunnel.Other aquarium exhibits include a shipwreck and piranha tank. Don't miss the sharks' feeding time at 3:00PM.

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  5. Kuala Lumpur Tower

  While dining at the revolving restaurant 900 feet above the hustle and bustle of the capital city, this broadcasting tower offers a sweeping panorama of twinkling city lights.

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  6. Bukit Bintang

  This central district, also known as Bintang Walk, is abuzz day and night, and locals and visitors alike will find all their shopping, dining and entertainment needs fulfilled.

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  7. Batu Caves

  Mind the cheeky monkeys on the way up the 272 steps, which lead to the entrance of three caves. The Temple Cave has a 300-foot-high ceiling and houses sacred Hindu shrines.

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  8. National Mosque

  The 18 points on the main, star-shaped dome represent Malaysia's 13 states and the five pillars of Islam. The grounds also contain wonderful gardens and white marble pools.

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  9. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

  3,000 birds call this park home, where two areas allow them to come and go as they wish. Visitors have a unique experience to admire some 200 species in a natural habitat setting.

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  10. Genting Highland

  Visitors will find an Asian-style Las Vegas at Genting Highland, complete with hotels, casinos and a theme park on a mountain peak above the rainforest.

Frequently asked questions about Kuala Lumpur

Planning Your Visit

• Tickets and opening hours for Petronas Towers

  The observation deck and skybridge are open from 9:00AM-9:00PM Tuesday - Sunday; closed Mondays and between 1:00PM-2:30PM on Fridays.
  Tickets cost RM 84.80 and are limited every day. Therefore, it's recommendable to purchase tickets in advance online.

• Tickets and opening hours for Aquaria and Bird Park

  The Aquaria is open daily from 10:30AM-8:00PM and costs RM 53.00.
  The Bird Park is open daily from 9:00AM-6:00PM and costs RM 50.00.

• How do I get to Batu Caves?

  There is direct KTM Komuter train service, which runs every 30 minutes from KL Sentral Train Station to the Batu Cave Komuter Station. A one-way ticket costs RM 2.00.
  Opening hours are daily from 6:00AM-9:00PM, admission is free.

• How do I get to Genting Highland?

  Buses from KL leave daily, and the trip takes approximately one hour. Some go directly to the resort area, while others stop at Genting Skyway; visitors can take a cable car from there. The theme park is open from 8:00AM-10:00PM, and admission for a day-pass is RM 38.00. Visitors can also purchase a two-day pass and express lane tickets.