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Things to do in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, or KL as it's fondly called by the locals, is a melting pot of cultures with old Malaysian traditions blending with fast-paced modern developments. Great care has been taken to preserve its diverse local colours and traditions, ensuring that it remains a culturally rich city. Kuala Lumpur (its name means "muddy estuary" in Malay) has come a long way from its humble origins as a sleepy tin mining village to the bustling city it is today with a population of 4.2 million. Influences of the Malay, Chinese and Indians can be found everywhere: colonial buildings, Malay kampung houses, Chinese shophouses, Hindu temples and modern skyscrapers stand alongside each other.

Start off with a visit to the sky bridge at the Petronas Twin Towers, one of the world's tallest buildings. Take a stroll through the lively night market of Petaling Street (Chinatown), where you can find everything from cheap knock-offs to fortune-tellers. Shop 'till you drop at Bukit Bintang, KL's largest shopping district, or take in the vibrant nightlife at the trendy, pubs-lined lanes of Bangsar. Looking for good photo opportunities? Not to be missed are the colonial era Sultan Abdul Samad buidling, the century-old mosque at Masjid Jamek, the monumental Thean Hou Temple and the elaborately decorated Sri Mahamariaman Temple. If you're up to a little exercise, climb the 272 stairs to the top of the limestone Batu Caves, a Hindu temple 13km from the city. Of course, a visit to KL is never complete without sampling some of the local food. Hawker centers and local restaurants are littered throughout the city. However, if you're missing home, rest assured there are plenty of international restaurants to choose from.

Getting around is easy - taxis are abundant and cheap, and there's also the Light Rail Transit (LRT) which has a stop at most major shopping and housing districts. Perhaps one of the best ways to sightsee and to escape the heat is to take a ride in the air-conditioned and fully elevated monorail, offering you a bird's eye view of the city.

Top Attractions in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Petaling Street (Chinatown) Petaling Street
	Batu Caves Jalan Industri Batu Caves
	Merdeka Square Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur
	Lake Gardens Jalan Persiaran Mahameru Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2691 6011
	Petronas Twin Towers KLCC, Kuala Lumpur
	Genting Highlands Genting Highlands, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia (+60) 3 2718 1118
	Central Market Central Market, Jalan Hang Kasturi, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2274 6542

Best Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Impiana KLCC Hotel 13 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2147 1111
	Concorde Hotel 2 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2144 2200
	Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2148 2322

Hot/hip Bars & Clubs in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Beach Club Cafe 97 Jalan P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2166 9919
	Rum Jungle Bar & Restaurant 1 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2148 0282
	Nouvo Jalan P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2160 6666
	Legends All Sports Bar & Restaurant Ground Floor, Life Centre, 20 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2166 6603
	Zouk Kuala Lumpur 113 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2171 1997
	Frangipani 25 Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2144 3001

Best Restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Annalakshmi Ground Floor, The Boulevard, Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2284 3799
	Viet Passion Lot B6, Chulan Square, 92 Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2141 1596
	Top Hat 7 Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2142 8611
	Hakka Restaurant 6 Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2143 1907
	Seri Angkasa Restaurant (KL Towers) Jalan Punchak, Off Jalan P.Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2020 5055

Tempting Cafés in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Nasi Kandar Pelita 149 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2162 5532
	Super Noodle House Lower ground floor, Sungei Wang Plaza, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2142 4729
	Coliseum Cafe 100 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2692 6270
	Sun Hong Muk Koot Tea 35A Medan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2141 4064
	Jalan Alor's Hawker Stalls Jalan Alor (behind Jalan Bukit Bintang), Kuala Lumpur

Shopping Hotspots in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

	Mid Valley Megamall Jalan Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2938 3333
	Suria KLCC Jalan Ampang , KLCC 50450 Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2382 3359
	Sungei Wang Plaza 99 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2144 9988
	Low Yat Plaza 7 Jalan Bulan, off Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur (+60) 3 2148 3651

Airports in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)
47200, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
(+60) 3 8777 8888

The city guide for Kuala Lumpur is Jacqui Chan. We do not accept payment or rewards for listing particular businesses on this page.

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