Things to do in Kuala Lumpur
Stroll around the bloom-filled leafy grounds of Lake Gardens, home to the National Museum, before marvelling at the historic artefacts and ceramics at the neighbouring Islamic Art Museum. Kids of all ages delight in the city centre's underwater world, Aquaria, where a 90-metre long marine tunnel journeys into a magical aquatic spectacular. Head to the Skybridge at the 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers for eye-popping city views.
National Museum
Historic treasure trove
Set on the edge of the beautiful Lake Gardens, the National Museum (Muzium
Negara) dates back to 1963. Collections chart Malaysia's rich cultural
heritage. Delve beyond the skyscrapers to discover historical artefacts and
regional craftwork and traditions.
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Cost
RM2; under 12s free
Opening Hours
Daily 9am-6pm (except during Aidil Fitri and Aidil Adha)
Address
Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur 50566
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2282 6255
Islamic Arts Museum
Five-domed showcase
The Islamic Arts Museum in the Lake Gardens boasts an exquisite collection of
over 7000 ceramics, glasswork, woodwork, weaponry and textiles, housed in a
magnificent five-domed building. Temporary exhibitions range in theme from
scripture, carvings and pearls to falconry.
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Cost
RM12; concessions RM6; children free
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-6pm
Address
Jalan Lembah Perdana, Kuala Lumpur 50480
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2274 2020
Thean Hou Temple
Picturesque Buddhist shrine
The picturesque Buddhist Thean Hou Temple was built in 1987 by the Hainanese
and sits atop Robson Hill. Three altars, a multi-arched gateway and
grandiose carvings give this building plenty of "wow" with an elaborate
shrine dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.
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Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Daily 8am-9pm
Address
65, Pesiaran Endah, Kuala Lumpur 50460
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2274 7088
Transport
Metro Bus 10, 13, 19 from Klang bus station and walk up Robson Hill
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Masjid Jamek Mosque
Riverside Mosque
Built in 1909 on the confluence of the Gombak and Klang rivers, the
palm-flanked Jamek Mosque (Masjid Jamek) in Little India boasts a beautiful
Indian Muslim design and is one of the city's oldest mosques. Wear modest
clothing to enter.
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Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Daily early until dusk
Address
Jalan Tun Perak, Kuala Lumpur
Transport
Jalan Tun Perak station
Lake Gardens
Gorgeous green space
Joggers, picnickers and handholding couples alike flock to the handsome
92-hectare Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) set on an artificial lake west
of the Colonial District. The parkland features a Bird Park, Orchid Garden,
Butterfly Park and Insect Museum.
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Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Daily 9am-7pm
Address
Jalan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur 50480
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2691 6011
Transport
Enter via Jalan Parliament on foot
Petronas Twin Towers
Iconic futuristic architecture
At 452m, the city-centre, 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers form the world's
tallest twin buildings. Curved and pointed bays feature the Islamic
influences of American architect Cesar Pelli. Enjoy stunning city views from
the 41st-floor Skybridge that connects the towers.
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Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Skybridge Tue-Sun 9am-7pm
Address
Kuala Lumpur 50088
Batu Caves
Sacred Hindu shrine
These sacred limestone caves in Selangor are around 400 million years old and
represent the most important Hindu shrines outside of India. As the focus of
the Thaipusam Festival, millions of pilgrims climb Batu Caves' 272 steps to
the summit of the hill each year.
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Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Daily 6am-8pm
Address
Selangor, Kuala Lumpur
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 6189 6284
Transport
Taxi or bus from Pudu Raya Bus Terminal to Batu Caves
Petrosains
High-tech science
Science is far from boring at the city-centre Petrosains petroleum discovery
centre where 7,000 square metres of interactive floor space contain
ultra-modern scientific exhibits, including state-of-the-art robots,
high-tech gadgets and illuminating CGI laser shows.
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Cost
RM12; concessions RM6; 13-17s RM7; 5-12s RM4; under-5s free
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm; Sat, Sun & public holidays 9.30am-6.30pm (closed Hari Raya Puasa & Hari Raya Haji)
Address
Level 4, Suria KLCC, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur 50088
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2331 8787
Aquaria
Underwater world
City-centre Aquaria's underwater world is complete with a 90-metre tunnel
that allows a glimpse into a magical marine spectacular. Expect to see rare
sand-tiger sharks and witness death-defying shark feedings amid a rainbow of
multi-coloured fish.
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Cost
RM28-RM38; concessions RM18; children RM22-RM26
Opening Hours
Daily 11am-8pm (last admission 7pm)
Address
Concourse Level, KLCC, Kuala Lumpur 50088
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2333 1888
