Kuala Lumpur City Tour (8 hours)

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Petronas Twin Towers

   At a height of 451.9m, the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers is a world-renowned icon of modern Malaysia. It is the Centre piece of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) development, which comprises landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Suria KLCC shopping mall, star-rated hotels, a mosque as well as the immaculately landscaped KLCC park. Visit to the Skybridge on the 41st floor and viewing deck on the 86th floor.

   30 minutes here · Admission not included

2. KL Tower

   Standing majestically top Bukit Nanas at 421 meters and 94 meters above sea level, KL Tower is a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. Its architecture reflects the country's Islamic heritage, with the construction detailing Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles, classic Islamic floral and abstract motifs and soothing colour combinations.

   30 minutes here · Admission not included

3. Royal Selangor Visitor Centre

   The visitor centre will take you back over a hundred years to the founding of Royal Selangor and its inextricable link to the history of Malaysia. Through complimentary guided tours, visitors will learn about the remarkable development of tin mining in the Malay Peninsula in the 1800s as well as view traditional pewter smithing tools, antique pewter and ancient tin currency at the centre's Pewter Museum

   20 minutes here

4. Batu Caves

   Batu Caves is an iconic and popular tourist attraction which is must to visit. A limestone outcrop located just north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves has three main caves featuring temples and Hindu shrines. Its 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. Monkeys playing around the caves, and it is a popular spot for rock climbing enthusiasts.

   90 minutes here

5. East Coast Batik which established in 1974 is one of the oldest batik and handicrafts centre in Klang Valley. Visit the gallery and you'd learn that batik is not simply a cloth with an elaborate piece of design. Syarika East Coast is the place you need to visit if you are looking forward to enjoy a holistic experience in Malaysian batik and handicrafts.

   15 minutes here

6. National Mosque (Masjid Negara)

   Masjid Negara is one of the most distinguished landmarks in the city. It has a unique star-shaped dome and a 73m high minaret. The design of Masjid Negara combines elements from modern architecture and traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentation. Visitors are advised to dress appropriately when visiting the mosque. Women will be required to wear headscarves.

   20 minutes here · Admission included

7. Dataran Merdeka

   The Merdeka Square/ Independence Square is located exactly opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad building and right beside the Royal Selangor club. This is the historical place where the union flag was lowered and the Malayan flag was raised for the very first time at the struck of midnight of 31st August 1957. From then on, Merdeka Square has been the venue for the Annual Independence Parade.

   20 minutes here

8. Sultan Abdul Samad Building

   The iconic Sultan Abdul Samad building is a late nineteenth century (1890) building located in front of Merdeka Square/ Dataran Merdeka. The architecture of the building has a distinctive Moorish design, and the clock tower is like K.L.'s very own Big Ben

   20 minutes here

9. National Textile Museum

   The National Textile Museum is a museum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The museum is open daily from 9am to 6pm, free admission. It is adjacent to the Sultan Abdul Samad Building.

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10. Jamek Mosque

    Jamek Mosque officially Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque is one of the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur. It is located at the Klang and Gombak River. The mosque was designed by Arthur Benison Hubback back in 1909.

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11. The River of Life

    The River of Life is one of the attractions of Kuala Lumpur, which is located near to the Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, the oldest mosque in the city. It is a convergence point of two rivers, namely the Klang River and the Gombak River.

    15 minutes here

12. National Monument

    The National Monument was built to recognise and honour those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of communism. Within the National Monument grounds is one of the world's largest free-standing bronze sculptures. It was sculpted in 1966 by Felix de Weldon, who was also the creator of the famous Iwo Jima monument in Washington DC

    20 minutes here

13. Istana Negara

    Istana Negara or the National Palace is the official residence of the King of Malaysia. This majestic edifice situated at Jalan Duta officially became the National Palace in November 2011, replacing the old palace in Jalan Istana. It has 22 domes, with the largest dome reaching up to a height of 40 metres. Note: visits are limited to the outside.

    20 minutes here

14. Malaysian Houses of Parliament

    The Malaysian Houses of Parliament (Malay: Bangunan Parlimen Malaysia), is a building complex where the Malaysian Parliament assembles. The structure is located at the Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur, close to the Malaysian National Monument.

15. Thean Hou Temple

    The Thean Hou Temple is a six-tiered temple of the Chinese sea goddess Mazu located in Kuala Lumpur. It is located on 1.67 acres (6,758 m2) of land top Robson Heights on Lorong Bellamy, overlooking Jalan Syed Putra. It was completed in 1987 and officially opened in 1989. The temple was built by Hainanese living in Malaysia. It is one of the largest temples in Southeast Asia.

    20 minutes here

16. Sri Maha Mariamman Temple

    The Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Founded in 1873, it is situated at the edge of Chinatown in Jalan Bandar (formerly High Street). In 1968, a new structure was built, featuring the ornate 'Raja Gopuram' tower in the style of South Indian temples.

    20 minutes here

17. Malayan Railway Administration Building

    The Malaysian Railway Administration Building or Kuala Lumpur railway station is a railway station located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Construction began in 1910 and was fully completed in 1917. It replaced an older station on the same site, the station was Kuala Lumpur's railway hub in the city for the Federated Malay States Railways and its successor Keretapi Tanah Melayu (Malayan Railways). The station is notable for its architecture, adopting a mixture of Eastern and Western designs.

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18. Taman Botani Perdana

    Perdana Botanical Gardens, formerly Perdana Lake Gardens, Lake Gardens and Public Gardens, is Kuala Lumpur's first large-scale recreational park. Measuring 91.6 hectares (226 acres), it is located in the heart of the city and established in 1888. The park served as place of refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city during colonial times. It contains large sculpted and manicured gardens and a host of attractions.

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19. Sin Sze Si Ya Temple

    Sin Sze Si Ya Temple is a Chinese temple located at Lebuh Pudu, close to the Central Market of Kuala Lumpur. It was built by Yap Ah Loy for two deities who guided him in the Selangor Civil War. The temple is the oldest Taoist temple in the city.

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20. Petaling Street Market

    Petaling Street is a Chinatown located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The whole vicinity is also known as Chinatown KL. Haggling is a common sight here and the place is usually crowded with locals as well as tourists. The area has dozens of restaurants and food stalls, serving local favorites.

    40 minutes here · Admission included

21. Little India Brickfields

    Brickfields Began As The Centre Of Brick-Making In The Late 19th Century, After A Huge Fire And Flood Swept Through Kuala Lumpur In 1881. The Double Disasters Took Turns Destroying The Town’s Wooden And Thatched Structures. Sir Frank Swettenham, British Resident At That Time, Responded By Ordering The Use Of Brick And Tile In The Construction Of Buildings, Thus Summoning The Town’s Purpose Into Being.

    30 minutes here

22. Central Market Kuala Lumpur

    Central Market began life as a wet market in 1888, built by Yap Ah Loy, the city’s Chinese Kapitan. It served as a prominent landmark in colonial and modern-day Kuala Lumpur. When the market continued to expand, a permanent structure was built to house all the vendors. By the 1930s the structure was further improvised to the current façade. Great place to find crafts, souvenir and ornaments.

    20 minutes here

23. Belice's produces a wide variety of chocolates, made from the finest selection of Ghana cocoa beans. Visitors will get to sample many types of chocolates for free, and find over 100 types of chocolate variety to purchase as gifts to loved ones back home or simply for self-indulgence. The creativity of Belice has resulted in chocolate variants that are available only in Malaysia, such as Chili Chocolate, Durian Chocolate, Green Tea Chocolate and chocolate made from various fruits.

    30 minutes here

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 7 travelers per booking

Operated by

Travel Malaysia by Skyline Holidays

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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