The nation's capital and biggest city can be found close to Malaysia's west coast, where the Klang and Gombak rivers meet and features a dazzling clash of ultra-modern architecture and ancient street markets. KL has grown at a breathtaking rate in recent years but has somehow managed to retain its unique mix of charm, smells and traditions.
Kuala Lumpur is great for
- Cultural Insight
- Historical Sites
- Museums
- Handicrafts and shopping
- Temples and religious sites
- Festivals
- Local Markets
- Golf
- Music
- Museum/Galleries
- Nightlife
Kuala Lumpur's diverse cultural heritage is plain to see as you wander among its mosques, temples and skyscrapers or roam the streets of Chinatown, Little India and Chow Kit market in search of the city's many flavours. To understand why this is now considered one of Asia's most vibrant cities, visit the Golden Triangle area with its tireless nightlife, luxury hotels, sophisticated restaurant scene and shopping centres full of designer boutiques. A trip up to the restaurant on the KL Sky Tower (the dining area revolves while you eat to give a 360° panoramic view of the city) or to the Skybridge on the iconic Petronas Towers will give you a sense of what the city has to offer before you plunge in and start exploring.
Recommended highlights
The following experiences are possible from Kuala Lumpur. Talk to our expert travel consultants about how to make your holiday extra special:
Kuala Lumpur - Best of the City Adventure
Why not discover the exciting landmarks of the city on foot? The Petronas Tower is not to be missed. View the splendour of the King's Palace and pass by the impressive Parliament House. Share in the glorious past of Kuala Lumpur at the National Museum. Visit the National Monument at Lake Garden, making sure you pass by the National Mosque and the Railway station along the way. We recommend that you stop for a photo session at the Independence Square and lastly enjoy an intriguing drive around Chinatown, as the day turns to night and the neon lights and buzz of the city transform this urban landscape.
Cultural Insight of a City By Night
To get a true insight into the life of Kuala Lumpur, you need to see the city at night. We suggest a tour of Chinatown with its bright lights and cheap imitation brands for sale at the night market. Later, why not continue to the Indian temple, before having dinner at the Seri Melayu restaurant with a Cultural Performance of Malaysian Dances and show to thrill you.
Historical Malacca with Dutch Heritage Tour
If you're interested in learning more about the Dutch Colonial heritage that is rife in Malacca, then you should visit the following places of interest: The Stadthuys (built in 1650 as the official residence of the Dutch Governor), which now houses the Ethnography Museum, Christ Church (built in 1753), which is a living testimony to Dutch architecture, Porta De Santiago, (fortress built by the Portuguese to defend their position from invaders), and St Paul's Church (built by a Portuguese Captain, Duarte Coelho), turned by the Dutch into a burial ground for their noble dead.
Kuala Selangor River and Coastline Tour with Firefly Interlude
If you're interested in nature, then you need to start your visit on Melawati Hill, where you will experience a panoramic view of the Selangor River estuary, the coastline and the Nature Park, a popular bird watching sanctuary. Why not treat yourselves to dinner at a local seafood restaurant, then proceed to Kg. Kuantan for an evening boat ride to view the thousands of fireflies lighting up the trees along the riverbanks.
