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Things to see in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia): 73 places and when to go

Kuala Lumpur is a major city in Malaysia with around 1,448,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 73 places in and around it, mainly Temples (26), Museums and art (19), Nature (10). The best known are Kuala Lumpur Tower, National Mosque of Malaysia and Jamek Mosque. The best time to come is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 11 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Malaysia · 3.1686, 101.698
Population
About 1,448,000
Places
73 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Temples (26) · Museums and art (19) · Nature (10) · With kids (8) · Mountains (7) · Wildlife (6)
Best time
February to April and June to August.
Also possible
January, May and September to October.
Nearest airport
KUL Sepang, 47 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Bukit Gelemun, at 1,106 m.

What to see in Kuala Lumpur

The places in and around Kuala Lumpur, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 49, by what you come to do:

When to go to Kuala Lumpur

The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible11:50
  2. FebBest time11:54
  3. MarBest time11:59
  4. AprBest time12:04
  5. MayPossible12:09
  6. JunBest time12:11
  7. JulBest time12:10
  8. AugBest time12:06
  9. SepPossible12:01
  10. OctPossible11:56
  11. NovBetter not11:51
  12. DecBetter not11:49

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

There are about 12 h 11 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In February, 72 of the 73 places are at their best.

When to go to Malaysia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Kuala Lumpur

The nearest main airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL, Sepang), 47 km as the crow flies. How to get around Malaysia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)

Other towns nearby

And all of Malaysia, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Kuala Lumpur?

The best known: Kuala Lumpur Tower, National Mosque of Malaysia, Jamek Mosque, National Museum, Independence Square. In all, 73 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 11 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.

How do you get to Kuala Lumpur?

The nearest main airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), 47 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Kuala Lumpur as the destination and these 73 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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