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Travel guide for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia, with modern architecture. It has become one of the new 7 wonders of the world.

It is the fastest growing and economically developing country in South East Asia. Until 2012 in 5 years, 300 buildings were built with lots of skyscrapers.

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How many days do you need in KL

2 days would be the minimum to spend in KL to see the must sees.If you have more time 5 days is enough to see the major attractions and if you have even more, in 14 days you will have the time to see and enjoy the most interesting tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding area.

What should you wear in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia is hot, all year round. As a woman it is recommended you do not wear tight clothes or that show too much. This is a muslim country, where people dress conservative.

Take a scarf with you when you are walking around, so if it is needed, you can cover up your shoulders.

How much money do you need for KL

Malaysia is inexpensive if you are coming from a 1st world country. There are of course expensive restaurants and hotels and shops here too, but you can also make it on a budget without a problem, even with a central European wallet.

How do you get downtown from KLIA airport

There are various ways to get to downtown

Taxi or public transportation. Of course taxis are the most expensive way. Check here for public transportation options.

Transportation of Kuala Lumpur

KL public transportation is very well established, it is super easy to get around everywhere and very affordable. mass rapid transit (MRT), light rapid transit (LRT), monorail, commuter rail, public buses, Go KL buses and airport rail links. You can purchase KL Passes or buy a Touch and Go card. These will give you access to public transport. You can buy them at any station.

If you want to rent a car, note they drive on the left side of the road.

Cheapest Car rental I found

Check out if you want to rent a Bike/Scooter

Top attractions to see in Kuala Lumpur

Batu Caves

This attraction is a must, to see the culture of Malaysia , it is 400 million years old.

You can go inside the Caves at the top of the stairs, there are many species of bats there, within the 90m high interior. There are also some souvenir shops inside.

Around the Batu Caves there is the Ramayan Cave, on the other side a Hindu temple

It is worth to see both too.

Monkeys can be found around the caves, you can go close to them and feed them.

If you plan to the take the taxi here, the booked tour here is more worth it

7 level Kanching Waterfalls

Since Batu caves is on the edge of Selangor already, from here it is not far to get to the waterfalls, which is a big tropical forest, with a park and playground, and with 7 waterfalls, out of which in 2 where you can also swim in.

Infinity pool hotels

The Hotel where I stayed outside of downtown is close to these two sights, stayed here two nights, and explored the outer part of Kuala Lumpur.

Link to this Hotel

Scroll through the available accommodations in Kuala Lumpur

For history

Take a walk in the old town of KL and the beautiful architecture

Sultan Abdul Samad Building is the residence of the Malay King, the Malay National Palace.

The Thean Hou Temple

Traditional Chinese Temple, it is very much favoured to hold weddings here

Fun and shopping

Little India

It is more known as Brickfields. Do some shopping, get a henna tattoo, enjoy the Indian music all over and the different vibe.

Visit the biggest shopping centers :

Pavilion KL, Suria KLCC, Berjaya Time Square, Petaling street in Chinatown, Sungei Wang Plaza.

Petronas Twin Towers

This. is built with the Skybridge which is on the 41st and 42nd floor. You need to buy your ticket in advance as there is a limited number of people who are allowed to enter per day. This is the tallest twin building in the world.

Tour for Petronas tours with skip the line ticket

Jalan Alor

Explore the heaven of street-food and walk around downtown.

Skydeck

This structure has a skybox and observation deck 420 meters above the ground, with a 360 degree view of the whole city. (go to skybox 1, has a nicer view of the city)

If you get your ticket in advance, the skip the line ticket can cost 5 times less than buying it on the spot. Check for latest prices here

KLCC park

A huge park, with a swimming pool in it, various water foundations, fountains, at nights with all different colors. Lake Symphony Fountain Show, every other hour it is with music.

At night the buildings and the streets in KLCC and Bukit Bintang are fully decorated with lights.

Guided tour for KLCC park

Tipping it is not expected in Malaysia, if you leave without tipping no-one will get offended, and if you leave a tip, it is respected how much you give.

Bargaining is also ok.