Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide

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Alternative names: City rights: 1 February 1972 (52 years ago)Population: 1.45 mil. (2019)Area: 94.07 mi²Elevation: 105 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 3°8'55"N, 101°41'46"E
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Region: Kuala LumpurMalaysia

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Kuala Lumpur Attractions - What to See and Explore

Kuala Lumpur offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Petronas Towers, KL Bird Park, Zoo Negara, Batu Caves. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Kuala Lumpur by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.

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Mosque

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    National Mosque

    Segambut, Kuala LumpurLarge 1960s mosque in landscaped gardens
    MosqueSacred and religious sitesTaman Tasik
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    Jamek Mosque

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurHistoric Moorish-style place of worship
    MosqueSacred and religious sitesMerdeka Square
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    Federal Territory Mosque

    Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
    MosqueSacred and religious sites
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    As Syakirin Mosque

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurLarge contemporary Islamic center
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    Imam Al Ghazali Mosque

    Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
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Park

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    Batu Caves

    Kuala LumpurHindu temple set in limestone caves
    TempleCave
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    Lake Gardens

    Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
    Botanical gardenParkLakeTaman Tasik
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    Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

    Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
    ZooParkGardenTaman Tasik
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    KLCC Park

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
    ParkPlaygroundGarden
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    Aquaria KLCC

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurLarge aquarium with sharks and a tunnel
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Sacred and religious sites

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    Batu Caves

    Kuala LumpurHindu temple set in limestone caves
    TempleCave
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    National Mosque

    Segambut, Kuala LumpurLarge 1960s mosque in landscaped gardens
    MosqueSacred and religious sitesTaman Tasik
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    Jamek Mosque

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurHistoric Moorish-style place of worship
    MosqueSacred and religious sitesMerdeka Square
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    Thean Hou Temple

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurElaborate temple with vibrant designs
    TempleSacred and religious sitesTaman Seputeh
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    St. Mary's Cathedral

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurLandmark Anglican cathedral since 1895
    ChurchSacred and religious sitesMerdeka Square
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Art museum

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Zoo

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    KL Bird Park

    Segambut, Kuala LumpurFree-roaming birds and walk-in aviaries
    ZooTaman Tasik
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    Zoo Negara

    Kuala LumpurSprawling, open-concept zoological park
    Zoo
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    Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

    Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
    ZooParkGardenTaman Tasik
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    Aquaria KLCC

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurLarge aquarium with sharks and a tunnel
    ZooAquarium
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History museum

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    National Museum

    Lembah Pantai, Kuala LumpurNational cultural and heritage museum
    MuseumSpecialty museumKuala Lumpur Sentral
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    Surau Istana Negara

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
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    Telekom Museum

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
    MuseumHistory museumGolden Triangle
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    Royal Malaysian Police Museum

    Segambut, Kuala LumpurExhibits with historic police relics
    MuseumSpecialty museumTaman Tasik
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Concerts and shows

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Tower

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    Petronas Towers

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurIconic skyscrapers towering 88 floors
    Postmodern architectureTower
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    Kuala Lumpur Tower

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurLandmark tower with panoramic views
    TowerObservation decks and towersGolden Triangle
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    Kerinchi Pylon

    Lembah Pantai, Kuala Lumpur
    TowerTaman Bukit Pantai
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    Menara Atlan

    Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
    Tower
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Day trips

Kuala Lumpur – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Kuala Lumpur, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Sunway Lagoon (Subang Jaya), Putra Mosque (Putrajaya), Kanching Falls.

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  • putra mosque putrajaya15 milesS
  • kanching falls12 milesNW
  • sultan salahuddin abdul aziz mosque shah alam13 milesW
  • sultan sulaiman mosque klang19 milesSW

Best Time To Visit Kuala Lumpur

Learn when is the best time to travel to Kuala Lumpur weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, May and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, June and July. Most of it rains in October and November.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 0 hr and 21 min.

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Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Kuala Lumpur?

The top attractions to visit in Kuala Lumpur are:

What is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

June and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, May and July. The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Where to next? Visit kuala lumpur Region: Kuala Lumpur region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Malaysia.