Kuala Lumpur City Guides
Insider guides on what to do and where to go in Kuala Lumpur
What You Need to Know About Kuala Lumpur
We've put all the important information you need to know about Kuala Lumpur before you go here in one place. Also, we've included some fun tips on how to make the most of your time in this amazing city!
You might have to walk up 272 colorful steps to get there, but trust us, it’s so worth it! A set of caves in a limestone hill, this is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside of India, and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. 
The Petronas Towers are one of the most popular tourist attractions in KL, and it’s easy to see why! These towers were the world’s tallest buildings from 1998 to 2004 with 88 floors, and they remain the tallest in KL. Complete with a sky bridge that connects the two towers on the 41st and 42nd floors, this is not one to miss out!
This temple is one of the most impressive Buddhist temples in the world, take a wander around and be in awe! One of the oldest and largest temples in Southeast Asia, it has six tiers and is dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess Mazu, who locals say watches out for the local fishermen and keeps them safe! 
Spanning over 20 acres this enormous aviary is home to over 3000 birds and the focus is on promoting local species to visitors. Visitors can enjoy learning about the local flora and fauna and bird watch in one of the largest public aviaries in the world. The park is also a well respected scientific location and there is an emphasis on conservation and education.
Experience the rich history and culture of KL’s world-famous Chinatown. Try some delicious street food, browse the shops and take in the hustle and bustle of this unique part of the city. 
Also known as Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, here you can enjoy the protected native wildlife that lies right in the middle of the city!
Hosting a lot of hawker stalls and seafood restaurants, Jalan Alor is one of the most famous roads in Kuala Lumpur for food. The variety of food available is amazing and in Jalan Alor the barbecued meats, noodles and desserts are some of the best (and cheapest) in the city.
Aquaria KLCC is a state-of-the-art oceanarium, showcasing over 5,000 different aquatic and land-bound creatures in their natural habitats within a sprawling 60,000 square-foot space.Come face to face with sharks, stingrays, turtles and shoals of other fish!
Central Market is one of KL’s most familiar landmarks and a popular tourist attraction. The focus for the city’s artistic community, inside the building is a warren of boutiques, handicraft and souvenir stalls with traders selling local merchandise such as authentic Malaysian batik prints and more.
The Perdana Botanical Gardens boast the largest collection of flower gardens and animal parks in Kuala Lumpur city centre. Formerly called Lake Gardens, one of its standout features is the Orchid Garden, which is fitted with walking paths and manmade fountains, as well as a semi-circle pergola and rock garden that house 800 species of orchids.