Guidebook for Kuala Lumpur
Food Scene
Rows of outdoor outlets with various of food stalls, cafes and shopping available. Recommended to visit from morning till midnight.
31 locals recommend
Bintang Walk
Jalan Bukit BintangRows of outdoor outlets with various of food stalls, cafes and shopping available. Recommended to visit from morning till midnight.
Located just behind Swiss Garden Hotel. A nice place to have breakfast and coffee. Recommended to visit from morning to evening.
219 locals recommend
VCR
2 Jalan GallowayLocated just behind Swiss Garden Hotel. A nice place to have breakfast and coffee. Recommended to visit from morning to evening.
Located just behind Swiss Garden Hotel. This place serve some really nice Baba and Nyonya cuisine. Check out their cooking class as well. They close on Sundays.
7 locals recommend
Sarang Cookery
8 Jalan GallowayLocated just behind Swiss Garden Hotel. This place serve some really nice Baba and Nyonya cuisine. Check out their cooking class as well. They close on Sundays.
Located inside Lot 10 Shopping Mall. The vendors consist of popular hawker stalls in Kuala Lumpur and Penang who have been handpicked to set up shop in this prime location. Great place for street food with air-conditioning.
346 locals recommend
Lot 10 Hutong Food Court
50 Jln Sultan IsmailLocated inside Lot 10 Shopping Mall. The vendors consist of popular hawker stalls in Kuala Lumpur and Penang who have been handpicked to set up shop in this prime location. Great place for street food with air-conditioning.
Dine in total darkness! Amazing experience! Do call them reservation. They close on Mondays.
107 locals recommend
Dining In The Dark KL 章卡暗之馆
50A Changkat Bukit BintangDine in total darkness! Amazing experience! Do call them reservation. They close on Mondays.
A quiet and chill place to have Asian cuisine and western gourmet. Great live music here as well. They close on Sundays.
7 locals recommend
Table 23 Restaurant & Bar
23 Jln MesuiA quiet and chill place to have Asian cuisine and western gourmet. Great live music here as well. They close on Sundays.
The Rabbit Hole is a dine and drink establishment. They serve great local and western food. Happy hour for beers are reasonable price here. They close on Mondays.
13 locals recommend
The Rabbit Hole
16 Changkat Bukit BintangThe Rabbit Hole is a dine and drink establishment. They serve great local and western food. Happy hour for beers are reasonable price here. They close on Mondays.
There are lots of local Malaysian food and massage parlour around. This place is so popular where all locals and tourists like to dine here. Recommend to visit during night time where most of the restaurants and shops are open.
982 locals recommend
Jalan Alor
亚罗街There are lots of local Malaysian food and massage parlour around. This place is so popular where all locals and tourists like to dine here. Recommend to visit during night time where most of the restaurants and shops are open.
Drinks & Nightlife
BarLai is a retro-themed cocktail bar located just 1 minute walk from Casa Mutiara and behind Swiss Garden Hotel. Nice place to hangout and enjoy the heritage-chic decor. They close on Mondays.
74 locals recommend
Pahit
3 Jalan Sin Chew KeeBarLai is a retro-themed cocktail bar located just 1 minute walk from Casa Mutiara and behind Swiss Garden Hotel. Nice place to hangout and enjoy the heritage-chic decor. They close on Mondays.
Zouk KL is the most lavish nightspot to be developed in Malaysia. It comes with 11 avenues. A must go if you're a party animal! The club opens daily from evening until very late.
381 locals recommend
Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur
436 Jln Tun RazakZouk KL is the most lavish nightspot to be developed in Malaysia. It comes with 11 avenues. A must go if you're a party animal! The club opens daily from evening until very late.
There are plenty of things that wow us when it comes to Heli Lounge Bar. First, there is the concept – a helicopter pad turned nightlife hotspot is definitely one of the coolest things we have seen or heard of in Kuala Lumpur in recent times. Secondly, there is the theme, with everything in the lounge aeronautically-oriented, like a booth made from the converted side panel of a Boeing 737 and a Boeing-747 turbine turned into a DJ console. Lastly, Heli Lounge Bar’s little-known status will make you feel like you are part of the super elite when you visit.
145 locals recommend
Heli Lounge Bar
Jalan Sultan IsmailThere are plenty of things that wow us when it comes to Heli Lounge Bar. First, there is the concept – a helicopter pad turned nightlife hotspot is definitely one of the coolest things we have seen or heard of in Kuala Lumpur in recent times. Secondly, there is the theme, with everything in the lounge aeronautically-oriented, like a booth made from the converted side panel of a Boeing 737 and a Boeing-747 turbine turned into a DJ console. Lastly, Heli Lounge Bar’s little-known status will make you feel like you are part of the super elite when you visit.
View Rooftop Bar is a nightclub with three distinct sections on the 29th floor of G Tower Hotel KL. A popular after-work bar, from its outdoor deck you can see the famous Petronas Twin Towers, Ampang Hills and the Titiwangsa mountain range.
9 locals recommend
View Rooftop Bar, GTOWER
199 Jln Tun RazakView Rooftop Bar is a nightclub with three distinct sections on the 29th floor of G Tower Hotel KL. A popular after-work bar, from its outdoor deck you can see the famous Petronas Twin Towers, Ampang Hills and the Titiwangsa mountain range.
Sky Bar is a glamorous cocktail lounge set on the 33rd floor of Traders Hotel KL. A local institution, this rooftop nightclub is quite possibly the coolest venue on KL’s nightlife scene – the place to see and be seen at. It is recommended not only for its good location and giddying views over the city, but also its excellent drinks.
195 locals recommend
SkyBar
Stall 7 Jalan PinangSky Bar is a glamorous cocktail lounge set on the 33rd floor of Traders Hotel KL. A local institution, this rooftop nightclub is quite possibly the coolest venue on KL’s nightlife scene – the place to see and be seen at. It is recommended not only for its good location and giddying views over the city, but also its excellent drinks.
Luna Bar is a two-storey rooftop bar on the 34th floor of Pacific Regency Suites. One of the city’s best-known nightclubs, it offers 360° views of the city, including fantastic vistas of the Petronas Twin Towers. The place is divided into an al fresco lounge with a swimming pool and long bar on the lower level, while the top deck is a trendy indoor restaurant that overlooks the pool.
19 locals recommend
Luna
Luna Bar is a two-storey rooftop bar on the 34th floor of Pacific Regency Suites. One of the city’s best-known nightclubs, it offers 360° views of the city, including fantastic vistas of the Petronas Twin Towers. The place is divided into an al fresco lounge with a swimming pool and long bar on the lower level, while the top deck is a trendy indoor restaurant that overlooks the pool.
Jalan P. Ramlee nightlife is best described as the eccentric alternative to Changkat Bukit Bintang, with glitzy cocktail lounges, tropical-themed bars and pubs, as well as chic nightclubs lining the streets of bustling Kuala Lumpur city centre. Incredibly convenient, this nightlife district is accessible within a 10 minutes walk from the Petronas Twin Towers.
69 locals recommend
Jalan P. Ramlee
Jalan P. RamleeJalan P. Ramlee nightlife is best described as the eccentric alternative to Changkat Bukit Bintang, with glitzy cocktail lounges, tropical-themed bars and pubs, as well as chic nightclubs lining the streets of bustling Kuala Lumpur city centre. Incredibly convenient, this nightlife district is accessible within a 10 minutes walk from the Petronas Twin Towers.
Retro style Bar & Grill & Night Club. All in a 2 storey building. A great place to enjoy cigar, wine, beer, cocktails and etc. They have some cool live band as well.
112 locals recommend
Havana Bar & Grill
2 & 4 Changkat Bukit BintangRetro style Bar & Grill & Night Club. All in a 2 storey building. A great place to enjoy cigar, wine, beer, cocktails and etc. They have some cool live band as well.
No Black Tie
off Jalan NagasariOne of Kuala Lumpur's most popular Jazz Bar. A must visit!
One of the best nightlife scene in KL; bars, restaurants, cafes and clubs are available. Remember to "Bar Hopping" and try visit as many bars as possible. Recommended to visit during night time where all the fun starts.
506 locals recommend
Changkat Bukit Bintang
Changkat Bukit BintangOne of the best nightlife scene in KL; bars, restaurants, cafes and clubs are available. Remember to "Bar Hopping" and try visit as many bars as possible. Recommended to visit during night time where all the fun starts.
Sightseeing
The St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church was the original Scottish planters’ church. Built in 1918, the church has maintained much of its original architecture and internal furnishings. It is regarded as one of the finest existing examples of colonial architecture in Kuala Lumpur. The church offers information on the religion, opportunities for worship, fellowship, education, discipleship training and services.
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Kuala Lumpur
Persiaran Raja Chulan RoadThe St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church was the original Scottish planters’ church. Built in 1918, the church has maintained much of its original architecture and internal furnishings. It is regarded as one of the finest existing examples of colonial architecture in Kuala Lumpur. The church offers information on the religion, opportunities for worship, fellowship, education, discipleship training and services.
The Cathedral of St. Mary is one of the oldest Anglican churches in Malaysia and is a KL landmark. Built in 1894 by the British colonial administration. A great early English gothic architecture.
6 locals recommend
St Mary's Anglican Cathedral
Jalan RajaThe Cathedral of St. Mary is one of the oldest Anglican churches in Malaysia and is a KL landmark. Built in 1894 by the British colonial administration. A great early English gothic architecture.
Chan See Shu Yuen Temple oldest Buddhist temples in Malaysia. Built between 1897 and 1906. Amazing architecture of Chinese culture. Located at the southern end of Jalan Petaling, it is characterized by a typical open courtyard and symmetrical pavilions, and decorated with colourful paintings, woodcarvings and ceramic fixtures.
12 locals recommend
Chan She Shu Yuen Clan Ancestral Hall
172 Jalan PetalingChan See Shu Yuen Temple oldest Buddhist temples in Malaysia. Built between 1897 and 1906. Amazing architecture of Chinese culture. Located at the southern end of Jalan Petaling, it is characterized by a typical open courtyard and symmetrical pavilions, and decorated with colourful paintings, woodcarvings and ceramic fixtures.
Sri Mahamariamman Temple is Kuala Lumpur’s main Hindu temple. First built in 1873. Magnificent architecture of Hindu culture. Incorporating Spanish and Italian tiles, precious stones and gold in its design, KL’s main Hindu temple is an incongruous sight situated between two Buddhist temples at the edge of Chinatown.
42 locals recommend
Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
167 Jalan Tun H S LeeSri Mahamariamman Temple is Kuala Lumpur’s main Hindu temple. First built in 1873. Magnificent architecture of Hindu culture. Incorporating Spanish and Italian tiles, precious stones and gold in its design, KL’s main Hindu temple is an incongruous sight situated between two Buddhist temples at the edge of Chinatown.
Famous for it's Oriental culture, heritage and history. The colourful Chinatown is a well-known for bargain hunter. You can find some great cocktail bars, cafes and restaurants here. Best time to visit during evenings.
311 locals recommend
Chinatown Kuala Lumpur
Famous for it's Oriental culture, heritage and history. The colourful Chinatown is a well-known for bargain hunter. You can find some great cocktail bars, cafes and restaurants here. Best time to visit during evenings.
This 100 years old Hindu Temple main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, besides a steep 272 climb up its steps to finally view the stunning skyline of the city centre.
659 locals recommend
Batu Caves
This 100 years old Hindu Temple main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, besides a steep 272 climb up its steps to finally view the stunning skyline of the city centre.
KL Tower is one of the world's tallest structures. The viewing deck is at least 100 metres higher than the Petronas Tower’s Skybridge! Recommended to visit from 9.30am to 10pm.
928 locals recommend
Menara Kuala Lumpur
Off Jalan P. RamleeKL Tower is one of the world's tallest structures. The viewing deck is at least 100 metres higher than the Petronas Tower’s Skybridge! Recommended to visit from 9.30am to 10pm.
The 88-storey twin tower is Kuala Lumpur's crown jewel. This is a must visit place. Suria KLCC, the Malaysia's premier shopping destination is located here. Rocommeded to visit from 10am to 10pm.
1287 locals recommend
Petronas Twin Towers
The 88-storey twin tower is Kuala Lumpur's crown jewel. This is a must visit place. Suria KLCC, the Malaysia's premier shopping destination is located here. Rocommeded to visit from 10am to 10pm.
Parks & Nature
(FRIM) is one of the leading institutions in tropical forestry research in the world. This is 3700 acres of forest with its educational centres, galleries and laboratories that highlight the local species of trees. It's 16km away from the city. A great place for jungle trekking, cycling, bird watching and nature lover.
137 locals recommend
Forest Research Institute Malaysia
Jalan Frim(FRIM) is one of the leading institutions in tropical forestry research in the world. This is 3700 acres of forest with its educational centres, galleries and laboratories that highlight the local species of trees. It's 16km away from the city. A great place for jungle trekking, cycling, bird watching and nature lover.
Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve is one of the oldest permanent forest reserves in the country. This tropical rainforest is located in the heart of the city. A welcome bit of lush greenery in the middle of a bustling metropolis, the 100-year-old forest reserve covers an area of approximately 11 hectares and is the only remaining tropical rainforest in the heart of the city.Remember to bring along mosquito repellent.
305 locals recommend
KL Forest Eco Park
Lot 240 Jalan Raja ChulanBukit Nanas Forest Reserve is one of the oldest permanent forest reserves in the country. This tropical rainforest is located in the heart of the city. A welcome bit of lush greenery in the middle of a bustling metropolis, the 100-year-old forest reserve covers an area of approximately 11 hectares and is the only remaining tropical rainforest in the heart of the city.Remember to bring along mosquito repellent.
Arts & Culture
Explore the the rich and multi-culture history of Malaysia here. It opens daily from 9am to 6pm.
424 locals recommend
National Museum
Jalan DamansaraExplore the the rich and multi-culture history of Malaysia here. It opens daily from 9am to 6pm.
Central Market has been classified as a Heritage Site by the National Heritage Department. Central Market supports local contemporary arts by hosting art exhibitions. Opens 10am-10pm
138 locals recommend
Central Market Kuala Lumpur
06 Jalan Hang KasturiCentral Market has been classified as a Heritage Site by the National Heritage Department. Central Market supports local contemporary arts by hosting art exhibitions. Opens 10am-10pm
Shopping
This is one of Asia biggest shopping destination. It houses almost everything there! Stores, F&B, Bars, Clubs, Cinema anything you could think of. Opens daily from 10am till late night.
438 locals recommend
Mid Valley Megamall
This is one of Asia biggest shopping destination. It houses almost everything there! Stores, F&B, Bars, Clubs, Cinema anything you could think of. Opens daily from 10am till late night.
The most luxurious mall in KL city. A must visit shopping for luxury fashion brands, watches, cinema, karaoke lounge and dining heaven. Recommended to visit from 10am till midnight.
1178 locals recommend
Pavilion KL
168 Bukit Bintang StThe most luxurious mall in KL city. A must visit shopping for luxury fashion brands, watches, cinema, karaoke lounge and dining heaven. Recommended to visit from 10am till midnight.
Shopping mall with cinema and IMAX cinema, in-building Theme Park and all kinds of shops. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
277 locals recommend
Berjaya Times Square
Shopping mall with cinema and IMAX cinema, in-building Theme Park and all kinds of shops. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
Suria KLCC shopping centre is an imposing six-storey building at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur city centre. Created in 1999, it was soon the talk of the town because it introduced a new level of style to the city with its wide array of haute couture stores. Likened to Manhattan’s Barney’s and Saks Fifth Avenue, the mall is popular not only for its right-on-the-money location and upscale stores, but also because it has tourist attractions such as Aquaria KLCC and Petrosains, an oceanarium and science discovery centre respectively, targeted at kids. Besides that, the mall is home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Petronas Art Gallery.
655 locals recommend
Suria KLCC Mall
Suria KLCC shopping centre is an imposing six-storey building at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur city centre. Created in 1999, it was soon the talk of the town because it introduced a new level of style to the city with its wide array of haute couture stores. Likened to Manhattan’s Barney’s and Saks Fifth Avenue, the mall is popular not only for its right-on-the-money location and upscale stores, but also because it has tourist attractions such as Aquaria KLCC and Petrosains, an oceanarium and science discovery centre respectively, targeted at kids. Besides that, the mall is home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Petronas Art Gallery.
Another one of a historical shopping mall in KL city. All kinds of shops is available. Must visit for foodies Hutong@Lot10 located at lower ground floor. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
58 locals recommend
Lot 10 Shopping Centre
Another one of a historical shopping mall in KL city. All kinds of shops is available. Must visit for foodies Hutong@Lot10 located at lower ground floor. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
One of the historical shopping mall in KL city. All kind of shops is available ranging from fashion, bags, footwear and more. Prices here are reasonable.
279 locals recommend
Sungei Wang Plaza
Jalan Sultan IsmailOne of the historical shopping mall in KL city. All kind of shops is available ranging from fashion, bags, footwear and more. Prices here are reasonable.
Centralized shopping mall for all your A-to-Z electronics and gadgets needs. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
324 locals recommend
Low Yat Plaza
7 Jalan BintangCentralized shopping mall for all your A-to-Z electronics and gadgets needs. Recommended to visit from 10am to 10pm.
Entertainment & Activities
Located at Suria KLCC. Explore the world of science and technology in a fun way! Petrosains is an interactive science discovery centre that is set to blow your mind away.
90 locals recommend
Petrosains, The Discovery Centre
Located at Suria KLCC. Explore the world of science and technology in a fun way! Petrosains is an interactive science discovery centre that is set to blow your mind away.
This theme park encompasses a total of five different zones, the Water Park, Scream Park, Amusement Park, Extreme Park and Wildlife Park. Expect to spend whole day here. Opens 11am to 6pm.
339 locals recommend
Sunway Lagoon Theme Park
This theme park encompasses a total of five different zones, the Water Park, Scream Park, Amusement Park, Extreme Park and Wildlife Park. Expect to spend whole day here. Opens 11am to 6pm.
The Butterfly Park is also located in Lake Gardens, housing more than 6,000 butterflies from 120 species. Opens daily from 9am to 6pm.
149 locals recommend
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Jalan CenderawasihThe Butterfly Park is also located in Lake Gardens, housing more than 6,000 butterflies from 120 species. Opens daily from 9am to 6pm.
Skytrex Adventure provides the first of its kind in Malaysia, a tree to tree experience where you can fly, swing, glide and dangle on the various aerial obstacles suspended above the lush forest.
38 locals recommend
Skytrex Adventure Shah Alam
Skytrex Adventure provides the first of its kind in Malaysia, a tree to tree experience where you can fly, swing, glide and dangle on the various aerial obstacles suspended above the lush forest.
Kuala Lumpur Zoo and Aquarium, spanning over 110 acres around a central lake, houses 5137 specimens from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish from Asia and Africa. Also known as the Zoo Negara Malaysia, the wildlife sanctuary is located 13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur beyond Jalan Tun Razak along Jalan Ulu Klang. Housing a forest, lake and 16 animal exhibits, the zoo is set on such vast grounds that visitors will need at least three hours to explore in its entirety. To make it easier for foreign visitors to explore the zoo, tram rides are available.
256 locals recommend
Zoo Negara Malaysia
Jalan Taman ZooviewKuala Lumpur Zoo and Aquarium, spanning over 110 acres around a central lake, houses 5137 specimens from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish from Asia and Africa. Also known as the Zoo Negara Malaysia, the wildlife sanctuary is located 13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur beyond Jalan Tun Razak along Jalan Ulu Klang. Housing a forest, lake and 16 animal exhibits, the zoo is set on such vast grounds that visitors will need at least three hours to explore in its entirety. To make it easier for foreign visitors to explore the zoo, tram rides are available.
KL Bird Park is reputed to be the largest walk-in free-flight aviary in the world. This is a great place to visit. The park is open daily from 9am to 6pm.
658 locals recommend
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
920 Jalan CenderawasihKL Bird Park is reputed to be the largest walk-in free-flight aviary in the world. This is a great place to visit. The park is open daily from 9am to 6pm.
The oceanarium showcasing over 5,000 different exhibits of aquatic and land-bound creatures right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's city centre. It opens daily from 10.30am to 8.00pm.
507 locals recommend
Aquaria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur.
Jalan PinangThe oceanarium showcasing over 5,000 different exhibits of aquatic and land-bound creatures right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's city centre. It opens daily from 10.30am to 8.00pm.