Top places to visit in Kuala Lumpur

• Batu Caves

  temple · 4.4 rating · about 2 h · free entry

  Iconic limestone hill featuring a series of caves and Hindu temples guarded by a giant golden statue.

• Sunway Lagoon

  theme-park · 4.5 rating · about 8 h · check the fee at the gate

  Massive multi-zone theme park including water park, wildlife park, and scream park.

• Kampung Baru

  village · 4.5 rating · about 1.5 h · free entry

  A traditional Malay enclave with wooden houses against a backdrop of skyscrapers.

• Brickfields Little India

  district · 4.3 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Colorful streets filled with Indian textiles, flowers, and incredible banana leaf rice.

• Masid Jamek

  mosque · 4.6 rating · about 0.5 h · free entry

  Built at the confluence of two rivers, the city’s oldest and most scenic mosque.

• Petronas Twin Towers

  monument · 4.7 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The worlds tallest twin skyscrapers and the symbol of modern Malaysia.

• Bukit Bintang

  district · 4.6 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  The citys primary entertainment and shopping district.

• Merdeka Square

  heritage · 4.5 rating · about 0.8 h · free entry

  The historic colonial heart of KL where Malaysian independence was declared.

• Central Market

  mall · 4.3 rating · about 1.5 h · free entry

  Heritage building and award-winning landmark for Malaysian culture and crafts.

• KL Tower

  viewpoint · 4.5 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The seventh-tallest freestanding telecommunications tower in the world.

• Aquaria KLCC

  aquarium · 4.3 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  World-class aquarium showcasing over 5,000 different creatures.

• Petaling Street

  outdoor · 4.1 rating · about 1.5 h · free entry

  The original heart of KLs Chinatown, famous for its night market.

Things to do

• Petronas Twin Towers Sky Bridge & Observation Deck Sightseeing · 2 h · from MYR 98 per person
• Brickfields Little India Food & Culture Walk Food Experience · 3 h · from MYR 6 per person
• KL Forest Eco Park Canopy Walk Nature · 1.5 h · from MYR 40 per person
• Batu Caves & Cultural Highlights Tour Cultural · 4 h · from MYR 70 per person
• Kuala Lumpur City Half-Day Tour Sightseeing · 4 h · from MYR 65 per person
• KL Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass Sightseeing · 24 h · from MYR 47 per person
• KL Night Food Tour Food · 3 h · from MYR 84 per person
• Genting Highlands Day Trip Sightseeing · 8 h · from MYR 100 per person

Day trips and tours

• KL Iconic Highlights Full Day Tour 9 h · from MYR 134
• KL Cultural & Street Food Discovery Tour 8 h · from MYR 151

Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur

• Kuala Lumpur City Center about MYR 4,500 per night

  Downtown with luxury hotels and shopping

• Bukit Bintang about MYR 3,500 per night

  Commercial district with shopping

Hotels

• Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur 5-star · MYR 1,200 to MYR 3,500 per night
• The RuMa Hotel and Residences 5-star · MYR 750 to MYR 1,800 per night
• Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur 5-star · MYR 900 to MYR 2,400 per night
• Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur 5-star · MYR 700 to MYR 1,800 per night
• The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur 5-star · MYR 800 to MYR 2,200 per night
• The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur 5-star · MYR 900 to MYR 2,500 per night

Where to eat

• Jalan Alor Hawker Street Chinese, Malaysian, Thai · about MYR 35 per person
• Din Tai Fung KL — Pavilion Taiwanese, Chinese, Dim Sum · about MYR 80 per person
• Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant Malay, Chinese, Indian · about MYR 250 per person
• Dewakan Malaysian, Fine Dining · about MYR 650 per person
• Bijan Bar & Restaurant Malaysian · about MYR 140 per person
• Nadodi Indian, Fine Dining · about MYR 400 per person
• Marini's on 57 Italian, Bar · about MYR 300 per person
• Troika Sky Dining International, Fine Dining · about MYR 350 per person

Getting to Kuala Lumpur

Airport: Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

How visitors arrive in Kuala Lumpur

• Fly into KLIA or KLIA2 By air · common

  KLIA handles long-distance jet flights and KLIA2 low-cost carriers, both well south of the city. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• KTM ETS and intercity trains to KL Sentral By train from Johor Bahru / Ipoh / Butterworth · common

  Trains along the west coast from the Singapore border to Butterworth arrive at KL Sentral. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Long-distance bus to TBS or Pudu Sentral By road from Other Malaysian cities · common

  Several terminals serve different regions of Peninsular Malaysia. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Ferry via Port Klang By ferry from Sumatra · possible

  Port Klang handles ferries from Sumatra and cruise ships. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral

  The KLIA Ekspres runs non-stop between KLIA and KL Sentral; it also links KLIA with klia2. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• KLIA Transit

  KLIA Transit is the stopping service on the same line, serving intermediate stations such as Bandar Tasik Selatan. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Prepaid airport taxi coupon

  Taxis at KLIA use a prepaid coupon system bought at the airport counter. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Grab is the usual ride-hail app in Kuala Lumpur. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Metro

  Rapid KL's LRT, MRT and monorail lines form the main urban rail network across the city.

• Ride Hail main way to get around

  Grab is the ride-hailing app widely used in Kuala Lumpur, with fares shown up front and an English-language interface.

  Get Grab

• Bus
• Taxi
• Train useful for some trips

  Book KTMB trains

• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Unlicensed Taxi & Metered Fare Manipulation

  KL Sentral, KLCC, Bukit Bintang, Chow Kit

  Unlicensed taxi drivers approach tourists at KL Sentral, KLCC and Bukit Bintang quoting fixed inflated rates — MYR 50-80 for a trip worth MYR 10-20 by meter. Some metered taxis tamper with meters or take deliberately long routes to inflate the fare.

  How to avoid it: Always use the Grab app — it shows a fixed price before you confirm and tracks your route live. Avoid street-hailed taxis outside KLCC, KL Sentral and Bukit Bintang. If using a metered taxi, insist the meter starts at MYR 3 flag-fall before moving.

• Lucky Draw & Investment Invitation Scam

  KLCC park surrounds, Berjaya Times Square, Pavilion KL food courts

  A well-dressed stranger claims you won a lucky draw or invites you to an investment seminar. They escort you to a nearby office where you are pressured to deposit cash for 'tax clearance' before receiving a prize that does not exist.

  How to avoid it: Do not follow strangers to any secondary location. Legitimate lucky draws never require a cash deposit. Say 'No thank you' firmly and walk away. Report to Tourist Police: +603-2166-8322.

Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur

• Jan 29°C
• Feb 30°C
• Mar 30°C
• Apr 30°C
• May 30°C
• Jun 29°C
• Jul 29°C
• Aug 29°C
• Sep 29°C
• Oct 29°C
• Nov 29°C
• Dec 28°C

More in Malaysia

• George Town
• Malacca
• Johor Bahru
• Kota Kinabalu
• Kuching
• Ipoh

Frequently asked questions about Kuala Lumpur

How many days do you need in Kuala Lumpur?

A typical trip to Kuala Lumpur is 3-4 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Kuala Lumpur?

The highest-rated places in our Kuala Lumpur guide are Petronas Twin Towers, Masid Jamek, Bukit Bintang, Sunway Lagoon, Kampung Baru.

Where should I stay in Kuala Lumpur?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur City Center, Bukit Bintang.

How do I get around Kuala Lumpur?

Ways to get around Kuala Lumpur covered in our guide: Metro, Ride-hailing app, City bus, Taxi.

What scams should I watch out for in Kuala Lumpur?

Scams reported to us for Kuala Lumpur include Unlicensed Taxi & Metered Fare Manipulation; Lucky Draw & Investment Invitation Scam. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur?

Average daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur run from 28°C in Dec to 30°C in Apr.

Which airport is nearest to Kuala Lumpur?

The nearest airport to Kuala Lumpur has the code KUL.