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Things to see in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia's capital mixes modern skyscrapers like the Petronas Twin Towers with colonial buildings, mosques, temples and busy street-food markets. It is a good-value city for shopping and an easy base for hill and cave trips.

Country
Malaysia
Best time
Dec–Feb, Jun–Aug
Places
4

Places to visit

City tourKuala Lumpur City TourHalf day

A city tour usually covers Merdeka Square, the King's Palace gates, the National Mosque and a photo stop at the Petronas Twin Towers, giving a quick overview of the capital.

ViewpointKL Tower1 hour

Menara Kuala Lumpur, or KL Tower, is a telecommunications tower with an observation deck high above the city, offering panoramic views including the Petronas Twin Towers.

Day tripGenting HighlandsFull day

Genting Highlands is a hill resort about an hour from Kuala Lumpur, with a cooler climate, casinos, theme parks and shopping. The Awana SkyWay cable car rides up over the rainforest.

TempleBatu Caves1–2 hours

Batu Caves is a limestone hill with Hindu cave temples, reached by 272 colourful steps. A giant golden statue of Lord Murugan stands at the entrance.

Tours that visit Kuala Lumpur

Unbelievable Singapore and MalaysiaSingapore 3N, Kuala Lumpur 3N · 6 nights

From ₹1,67,249 per person

Asian ExtravaganzaSingapore 3N, Kuala Lumpur 3N, Pattaya 2N, Bangkok 2N · 10 nights

From ₹2,06,601 per person

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