Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide

• Malaysia visa guide for Indians

• Kuala Lumpur at a glance

• Customs and culture

• When to go

• Find the right mid-range hotel in Kuala Lumpur

  This is the age of affordable luxury, where people prefer to get the best of things for a great deal. Finding a hotel after landing at a place for vacation is no exception! And when you are in Kuala Lumpur, you don’t have to break a sweat to locate the ideal mid-range hotel.

• Luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur

• Budget hotels in Kuala Lumpur

The restaurants in Kuala Lumpur range from local to international. While the city is packed with eateries serving exceptionally good Chinese, Malay and Thai food, there’s no dearth of global imports (from French and Spanish to Indian and Moroccan). Choose between a slew of high-end restaurants, countless hole-in-the-wall eateries and some extremely popular and delicious stalls and hawker stands (some of which stay open all through the night to cater to nocturnal party-goers) for a meal that is packed with flavour and deliciousness.

• The best restaurants in Kuala Lumpur

• A bite on the go in Kuala Lumpur

• Sipping a cuppa in Kuala Lumpur

• The six best vegetarian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur

Historic monuments, skyscrapers, lush green parks, large shopping malls—the places to visit in Kuala Lumpur are a perfect mishmash of everything. Home to three religious beliefs: Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, the ornate architecture of the Thean Hou Temple is a treat to the eyes. Get to see traditional Malay house as you visit Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman. Take in panoramic views of the city atop the Petronas Twin Towers, revere the statue of Hindu deity Murugan at the Batu Caves, or stroll through the National Museum and the Islamic Arts Museum—Kuala Lumpur is home to a mélange of charming experiences.

• Sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur

  The twin towers, once the tallest buildings in the world are pretty much on top of the heap of the places to see in Kuala Lumpur. In fact, while the view of the towers from street level—especially when they’re lit up at night—is spectacular, it doesn’t compare to the panoramic views of the entire city which can be had from the viewing gallery on the skybridge. The 1400 odd tickets get taken up pretty quick so arrive well before 9am to make sure you get one. Another popular excursion is to Batu Caves which features a climb and a Hindu temple.

There’s a lot to choose from when it comes to things to do in Kuala Lumpur. Home to once the tallest buildings in the world, the Petronas Twin Towers, this dazzling city also houses some spectacular sites like the historical Batu Caves, soaring Kuala Lumpur Tower and the stunning Thean Hou Temple. With an array of museums and mosques, the Malaysian capital puts up a diverse mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures. Here is all that you need to know about what to do in Kuala Lumpur.

• A handy guide to museums in Kuala Lumpur

• Museum hopping in Kuala Lumpur

• 21 things to do in Kuala Lumpur

• A one-day guide to Kuala Lumpur

Whether you’re lured by the atmospheric outdoor markets, the mammoth malls or the quirky fashion boutiques—shopping in Kuala Lumpur has something for literally everyone. From international brands and designer stores ensconced within the malls, and rows of stalls selling everything from spices to souvenirs, to haute couture boutiques catering to the city’s fashion forward clientele; there’s no dearth of places to shop at in the city. Those on a tight budget will find plenty of knick-knacks to take back home, and if money isn’t an issue you’ll find plenty of excuses to splurge.

• Haute couture in Kuala Lumpur

  Whether you’re browsing through the very central Suria KLCC mall, or exploring the trendy markets at Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur’s fashion boutiques are a dream for fashion-forward fillies. Most stores have collections merchandised by designers and segregated by product-types—clothes, accessories, bags and shoes. Here are four boutiques that every fashionista must visit in Kuala Lumpur.

• Mall trawl in Kuala Lumpur

• Markets you must not miss in Kuala Lumpur

• Authentic souvenir shopping in Kuala Lumpur

• Fashion

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If you’re looking to have a good time in the afterhours, the nightlife in Kuala Lumpur will surpass your expectations. From rooftop bars playing live house music, and grunge pubs hosting live acts, to rowdy and raucous watering holes, and dance clubs that stay open till the sun comes out—you’ll have no dearth of places to choose from. Pick one that suits your budget and mood, and head out for a night of fun and frolic. We suggest starting out at a rooftop venue for some excellent views of the city, before proceeding to a dance club.

• Late-night revelry in Kuala Lumpur

• The best bars in Kuala Lumpur

• Nightclubs to check out in Kuala Lumpur

• Bar

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• 36 Hours in Kuala Lumpur

  A city of glitz and glamour, Kuala Lumpur is an Asian giant, and it is safe to say that a visit to this city is equivalent to being in an urban dreamland. 36 hours in Kuala Lumpur can definitely give tourists a quick glance of the Malaysian experience.