Few Asian cities can compete with Kuala Lumpur’s multicultural identity. A potpourri of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences, the city offers a seamless blend of various sub-cultures within a rapidly growing economy. What was once a sleepy little Chinese village, has today grown into Malaysia’s biggest metropolis and a melting pot of luxury, culture, history and entertainment. From glitzy luxury hotels, bustling street markets and stunning natural surroundings, to world-class entertainment, delicious food and countless historical attractions—there’s nothing you won’t find here. So whether you’re transiting through or visiting for a few days, you’re guaranteed a plethora of experiences that will stay with you long after you’ve left.
Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide
Malaysia visa guide for Indians
If you’ve set your heart on a trip to Malaysia but are not sure about the visa formalities for the same, here’s simplyfing the process for you. The first step if you wish to get a visa for Malaysia is to choose between a...more
Kuala Lumpur at a glance
KL is the ultimate South-Asian metropolis: crowded and lively, old-world and urban at the same time, and choc a bloc with enough restaurants, shopping and nightlife to make any vacation complete. KL’s precincts have very...more
Customs and culture
Malaysia is a modern, multicultural city with its own unique set of quirks. Keep these tips in mind.
When to go
The Shopping Carnival, a massive annual sale held in Kuala Lumpur and across Malaysia in October/November, is worth planning a trip around.
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 hav...more
Luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur
There’s no dearth of luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur for the affluent vacationers. A melange of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences, the city of Kuala Lumpur offers an intriguing mix blend of various sub-cultures, within ...more
Budget hotels in Kuala Lumpur
There’s plenty of options when it comes to budget hotels in Kuala Lumpur. A city of soaring towers, skyscrapers and plush shopping and entertainment precincts, Kuala Lumpur is crowded and lively, old-world and urban at t...more
The best restaurants in Kuala Lumpur
Food is a big draw in KL. Visitors can expect a succulent smorgasbord of some of the finest Indian, Chinese and Malay cuisines, albeit with a local touch. But it’s not just local cuisine either: KL is a culinary hotspot ...more
A bite on the go in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur’s street food is amongst the best in the world. Even typically Indian fare like kebabs and rolls take on a distinctive quality when imbued with Malay spices. The thing to try is Nasi Kandar, and there’s no b...more
Sipping a cuppa in Kuala Lumpur
There’s no better pastime, provided you have the time, than sitting around quaffing a cup of coffee and people-watching in the eclectic locale of Bangsar. As would be expected in a modern metropolis, there are numerous c...more
The six best vegetarian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur
Owing to the growing interest in wholesome living, vegetarian restaurants are enjoying their long overdue moment in the sun. Traditional Chinese and Indian restaurants are welcoming a younger clientele eager to discover ...more
The best burgers in Klang Valley
Even despite a thriving street food scene comprising of countless street-side hawkers and stalls dishing up the most delicious dishes, Malaysia’s obsession with gastronomy seems impossible to satiate. With an ever-expand...more
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 ...more
A handy guide to museums in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur derived its name from the muddy confluence of Gombak and Klang rivers. This 19th century town has taken rapid strides to transform itself into a thriving metropolis and a world city. However, remnants of the...more
Museum hopping in Kuala Lumpur
The National Museum will be of interest to anyone keen on getting an insight into the country’s history and multi-ethnic culture while the Islamic Arts Museum is a stunning repository of tapestries, ceramics and other re...more
21 things to do in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia is a political, economical, cultural and educational hub of the country. KL is one of the fastest growing capitals in South East Asia. It is the only city in the world which boa...more
A one-day guide to Kuala Lumpur
Whether you’re an art connoisseur or a gastronome, an adventure junkie or a clubber, KL is an exciting place to discover. The city is a popular transit point for travellers heading to Southeast Asia and Australia. Here’s...more
Kuala Lumpur’s green oases
As capital cities go, KL is quite green. Children in particular will love excursions to the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park and Kuala Lumpur Butterfly park.
Offbeat things to do in Kuala Lumpur
Apart from the usual tourist trail there are quite a few things to do in Kuala Lumpur for those who prefer something a bit off the beaten track. Gearheads will love taking a spin around the well-known Sepang circuit whic...more
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 mercha...more
Mall trawl in Kuala Lumpur
No, the best malls in Kuala Lumpur aren’t as expansive as the ones you’ll find in that other Southeast-Asian Capital—Bangkok—but that doesn’t mean that mall rats won’t be spoilt for choice in the Malaysian capital. Suria...more
Markets you must not miss in Kuala Lumpur
Shopping can be a wonderfully atmospheric experience in Kuala Lumpur’s markets—most of which date back to way before the city took on its urban avatar. In the tradition of Southeast Asian cities you will find an abundanc...more
Authentic souvenir shopping in Kuala Lumpur
If you’re looking for something typically Malaysian to take home then head to a specialty store like Royal Selangor where you’ll find a wide variety of articles made with Malaysian pewter. Royal Selangor is conveniently ...more
Late-night revelry in Kuala Lumpur
As the sun sets in Kuala Lumpur, the city morphs into a dizzying hub of sky high bars, fashionable jazz clubs and good old discos. Kuala Lumpur’s nightlife has something to appeal to all tastes and here are a few venues ...more
The best bars in Kuala Lumpur
In spite of being a predominantly Muslim country, Kuala Lumpur does not impose any social sanctions on drinking and visitors will be pleasantly surprised by the openness and alacrity with which lanes in Bukit Bintang are...more
Nightclubs to check out in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur’s nightlife is right up there with any Southeast Asian Capital city and most clubs draw shutters only at the break of dawn. As always the weekends are more hectic than usual and visitors should be prepared t...more
Zouk Nightclub
This offshoot of the Singapore dance institution is Kuala Lumpur's original superclub, complete with six rooms, world-class audio equipment and a rotating roster of local and international DJs. There's a huge variety of ...more
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 gla...more
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