Places to visit in Kuala Lumpur

Plane in the City in Kuala Lumpur is a one-of-a-kind restaurant, where you can dine inside a full-sized Boeing 737, while also enjoying unique experiences like walking on the wings of the plane and entering the pilot’s cockpit. It is a striking restaurant located in the heart of the city, which replicates a real-life simulation of being inside an aircraft. The whole restaurant is located inside a Boeing 737 plane that has been grounded. The interiors and ambience, both reflect the interiors of a real plane, with air hostesses serving you and live music keeping you company as you enjoy your meal.

One of the most attractive features of the restaurants is the fact that you can explore all the aspects of an aircraft that you otherwise cannot do when you are flying inside one. Because the restaurant is located inside a real plane on the ground, you can simultaneously enjoy other unique experiences such as walking on the wings of the plane. Apart from taking memorable selfies on the wings, you can also explore the cockpit and look out the windows which can be opened. You can also pose beside the turbine and take incredible photos that would otherwise be impossible to capture in a real airport.

Plane in the City is much more than a traditional restaurant. You can sign up for a 90-minute tour which will start when you “check-in” to the welcome lounge. There are stewardesses who take you around the aircraft for your photo session. As for the meal that is served inside the restaurant, you can expect nothing short of the best meals. The food is prepared by some of the best chefs in the world from Elements in Kuala Lumpur which is a 5-star restaurant, and you can enjoy a delicious 3-course meal aboard your “flight”.

Just like in a real aeroplane, you can book your package or “class” according to your budget. At the end of the experience, you can collect all the photographs you have taken throughout your tour from the lounge while leaving. You can book your seat (in pairs) from beforehand to enjoy a seamless dining experience and a memorable tour of this striking attraction in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Jalan Alor is a unique food destination located at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The streets of this place are full of old era construction, so you will not find any modern shopping mall here. It was initially known as a red-light district, and fragments of those activities still exist, but after various facelifts, the street is now called the heaven of food. 

Central Market is an iconic tourist destination that is a mini paradise for shopaholics, food buffs and art lovers. Located at the heart of the city, Central Market boasts of a plethora of shops selling authentic handicrafts, traditional Malay Batik stuff and memorable souvenirs. There is also an array of activities to indulge in at the Central Market like getting a henna art, massage and fortune telling.

Endau Rompin National Park is a beautiful place in Malaysia that houses the second-highest mountain peak in the country. This national park is an abundance of natural wonders that will surprise you with its magnificence. While the waterfalls, rivers, and pools line the premises of the park, you can stroll along the ancient landscape or go for some delightful hiking.

Minnature Kuala Lumpur is a one-of-a-kind Malaysian museum with the finest collection of miniatures you'll ever see. An amazing place for Malaysians to celebrate their rich cultural heritage through a large display of miniatures. Enter the world of miniatures and be charmed by MinNature Malaysia's meticulous elements as well as the tiny stories that this fascinating realm has to offer.

Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary, located near Kuala Lumpur in Lanchang, is a one-of-a-kind sanctuary for endangered Malaysian elephants. It was founded in 1989 within the Krau Wildlife Reserve to raise and care for orphaned elephants. It is one of Peninsular Malaysia's best venues to interact with elephants in a variety of ways, such as feeding, greeting, and bathing.

Thean Hou Temple is one of Southeast Asia's largest and most magnificent temples. This 6-tiered temple incorporates Chinese architecture and style and is a combination of three beliefs: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Its location atop Robson Hill makes it an ideal spot to rest and relax while seeing the magnificent Kuala Lumpur skyline from behind the temple's stunning pagoda roofs.

99 Wonderland Park (Wildlife in the City) is a one-of-a-kind recreational landmark in KL that is based on an open approach that allows people to interact with the birds and animals. Musical fountains, boat cruises, train rides, Dinosaur Park, LED Eiffel Tower, Panda Street, Cafe & Kitchen, and many other attractions are also there to make your visit a memorable one.

Farm In The City (FITC) is a unique destination that combines features of a Malaysian kampung with a thoughtfully designed conservation park. It is based on the characteristics of Malaysia's multi-cultural and multi-racial populations. With over 100 exotic animal species and 60 plant varieties, there's a lot to learn and explore in this wildlife and nature oasis.

District 21, a perfect destination for thrill seekers of all ages, can certainly have your heart racing and your adrenaline surging. This indoor futuristic park, located in IOI City Mall in Kuala Lumpur, has more than a dozen thrilling attractions, including trampolines, slides, and aerial obstacles. It tests participants' stamina and daring with activities such as leaping, riding, climbing, gliding, and soaring.

FlowRider® 1 Utama has made it possible to surf indoors without going too close to the ocean, making it one of the most popular places in Kuala Lumpur. It is a flowriding and surfing simulator facility that provides water adventures such as surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and skimboarding. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you may catch a never-ending wave with the help of competent instructors and have some ultimate fun.

When it comes to ice sports and entertainment, Sunway Pyramid Ice has set a new standard in Malaysia. It is perfectly placed within the internationally-recognized Sunway Pyramid mall, an integrated resort city. Sunway Pyramid Ice is a world-class ice skate park that is excellent for skaters of all skill levels. Sunway Pyramid's ice rink, with its contemporary styling, is a great place to learn to skate or hone your skills.

Indoor skydiving at Windlab gives a similar experience like a real outdoor skydive jump from 14,000 feet. The sport/leisure activity is all the rage right now, and anyone who has ever wanted to feel what it's like to soar can do so at 1 Utama, the 7th largest mall in the world. Flyers enter the round, all-glass wind tunnel, where they are lifted into the air by the tunnel's turbulence and then guided to a controlled landing by our world-class instructors.

Jalan Sultan Ismail was once the key clubbing district of Kuala Lumpur. Today the nightlife in Jalan Sultan Ismail is restricted to a few nocturnal hangout spots which can be just a starting point for everyone who wishes to explore the nocturnal offerings of Kuala Lampur.

Location: Situated just a small stroll away from the Raja Chulan Monorail Station on a street lined up with a plethora of classy restaurants and cafes as well as the five-star luxury hotels such as ParkRoyal Kuala Lumpur, Sheraton Imperial Hotel, and Shangri-La Hotel.

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Highlights: Of course there is a huge competition from the popular and happening locales like the Changkat Bukit Bintang and Bangsar there is still a range of activities as well as sights that one can enjoy in the nightlife scene of Jalan Sultan Ismail. Dip yourself in serenity by enjoying the breathtaking sunset views of Kuala Lumpur city with a class or two of champagne, cocktail or wine at the stylish rooftop bar located ahead of the iconic Hard Rock Café.

Best Time: Variable for different restaurants and bars

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Night life of Bangsar plays a host to a number trendy restobars, pubs, and cocktail lounges. Ideal for all the international visitors and the fashion-forward locals, it is particularly popular expat area. It is just the right alternative for those tired of the much over crowded bars and pubs in Changkat Bukit Bintang.

Indoor Rock Climbing is widely popular among fitness enthusiasts but also benefit those who avert from outdoor rock climbing especially beginners. Indoor rock climbing arenas have different walls ranging from easy to difficult to suit the needs and skills of various people. Even children can take part in this activity so it is ideal for a family day out. Most places offer the guidance of an instructor and various safety measures are taken.

There are various arenas to access indoor rock climbing ranging from fully fledged gyms to rock climbing walls set up in many malls around Kuala Lumpur.

Price: Approximate price ranges from 100 MYR to 300 MYR depending onvarious offers like student discounts.

Bayan Indah is a rustic two-storey bungalow that doubles up as a cooking school, located in the middle of idyllic lush greenery of a Malay village. If you’re looking to mix things up while you’re in Kuala Lumpur indulge in this unique experience at Bayan Indah, a culinary retreat that offers over 70 cooking classes all different in its own special way, ranging from your typical mouth-watering Malaysian dishes to more complicated ones such as pies and tarts. Rohani Jelani, a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef heads the class, with impressive skills on the chopping board and enthusiasm to match.

Location: Kampung Penchala Indah, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

Timings: Classes start as early as 9:30 AM

Price: Approximate price starts from 280 MYR onwards.

Bukit Tabur is a 7.9 KM loop trail near Ampang, Selangor. It is a challenging trail that takes 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach the top. If you love walking and hiking this area is for you. The place is famous for birding, and you can visit it anytime throughout the year.

Bungy jumping might not be for everyone, but if you’d like a taste of how it is, head over to Malaysia’s first permanent bungy jump attraction, right in the middle of Sunway Lagoon theme park. One of the main attractions in the Xtreme Park, the bungy jump here sees brave souls leaping from the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge. Jumpers need to be in between 35kg to 285kg, ten years of age or older, and get to choose either to be strapped the traditional way (at the ankles, with a body harness as a backup) or to be strapped at the waist. You can also opt to do the ‘wet touch’ (head touching the surface of the lake) or just the regular bungy jump.

Location: Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Price: Approximate prices range from 120 MYR for an adult and 90 MYR for a child.

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Known to be interactive and highly engaging, the Petrosains The Discovery Centre is a science centre based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This science centre is filled with exhibits that aim to make STEM learning fun and engaging. This science museum is a part of Petronas group’s commitment towards making STEM education accessible and to encourage people to explore viable careers. The Discovery Centre is known for the different types of science exhibits, ranging from fields like Formula 1, molecule science and even robotics.