Kuala Lumpur travel guide
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Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur travel guide

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Twin towers, hawker food and a melting-pot culture. The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is June, July, August and September. A mid-range trip runs roughly $130/person/day before flights.

Best time
June, July, August
Ideal length
3 days
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur

The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is June, July, August and September. Here's the average temperature through the year:

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Top things to do in Kuala Lumpur

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Culture & sights

Tun Abdul Razak Memorial
Tun Abdul Razak Memorial
The Tun Abdul Razak Memorial is an official residence building of Tun Abdul Razak in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia which was originally known as the Sri Taman Building. This building was
~$5 · 1.5h
Royal Malaysian Police Museum
Royal Malaysian Police Museum
The Royal Malaysia Police Museum is a museum that showcases the history of the Royal Malaysia Police, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The museum includes exhibits from the histo
~$15 · 2h
Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham
Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham
A bronze statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham GCMG CH stands in the courtyard of the National Museum, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
~$15 · 2h
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is a museum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was officially opened on 12 December 1998. The museum is the largest museum of Islamic arts in Southeas
~$15 · 2h

Nature & outdoors

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a 20.9-acre (8.5 ha) public aviary in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. It is one of the world's largest covered bird parks, located adjacent to the
Free · 2h
Perdana Botanical Gardens
Perdana Botanical Gardens
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, it is lo
Free · 2h
National Museum (Malaysia)
National Museum (Malaysia)
The National Museum is a public museum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia dedicated to Malaysian art, culture, and history. Located on Jalan Damansara close to Perdana Lake Gardens across K
Free · 2h
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a large public butterfly zoo in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is a popular tourist attraction in the country, as well as one of the largest such houses
Free · 2h

Food & markets

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Local food tour of Kuala Lumpur
Taste the signature dishes of Kuala Lumpur.
~$25 · 2h
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Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.
~$12 · 1.3h

A sample 3-day Kuala Lumpur itinerary

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Day 1
09:00 · Tun Abdul Razak Memorial12:30 · Kuala Lumpur Bird Park16:00 · Central market & street-food lunch
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Day 2
09:00 · Royal Malaysian Police Museum12:30 · Perdana Botanical Gardens16:00 · National Museum (Malaysia)
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Day 3
09:00 · Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham12:30 · Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia16:00 · Muzium Negara MRT station

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Kuala Lumpur travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?+

The best months to visit Kuala Lumpur are June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing.

How many days do you need in Kuala Lumpur?+

Most travellers find 3 days ideal for Kuala Lumpur, enough to see the highlights without rushing. Add a day or two if you want day trips.

Is Kuala Lumpur expensive to visit?+

Budget roughly $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip in Kuala Lumpur (accommodation, food and activities), before flights. Costs scale up or down with your travel style.

What are the top things to do in Kuala Lumpur?+

Popular highlights include Tun Abdul Razak Memorial, Royal Malaysian Police Museum, Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham and Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. There's a longer list above, or start a plan and swap things in.

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