Kuala Lumpur is one of those cities that are so easy to underestimate. Earlier this year, our team was able to set foot in the Malaysian capital twice. But because of time constraints, we left craving more of the city. Even after each trip, we couldn’t shake off images of unticked boxes in our heads. So when Tourism Malaysia and Cebu Pacific invited us to tour the city one more time, we didn’t hesitate to grab the chance!
As a bustling global city, KL is bursting with both traditional and modern attractions to offer to tourists. Aside from the iconic skyscrapers, the city also has a number of urban parks, vibrant street art spaces, and temples. For the shopaholics, several small markets, big malls, and outlet centers provide discounted items and the latest brands. Hungry? Many restaurants boast an international menu, while night markets are lined with stalls serving authentic Malaysian dishes. You can also use Kuala Lumpur as a base for day trips to nearby destinations such as Putrajaya and Melaka!
If you’re KL-bound soon, here are some of the best things to do and places to visit in and around Kuala Lumpur.
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Petronas Twin Towers
They say you haven’t been to Kuala Lumpur if you haven’t stood in the shadows of the Petronas Twin Towers (also known as KLCC Twin Towers), Malaysia’s most iconic structures. Completed in 1996 but officially opened to the public in 1999, the towers have become the city’s most recognizable attraction.
With 88 stories and at a height of almost 452 meters, it currently holds the title of being the world’s tallest twin structure. Emphasis on twin because it held the record for the tallest building in the world only until 2004. It was also the tallest in Malaysia until 2021 when Merdeka 118 was officially inaugurated.
The best time to visit the towers is at night when they light up the night sky. The Sky Bridge connects Towers 1 and 2 on the 41st and 42nd floors. If you just want to admire the towers for free, you can view them from the outside. You can see the towers from almost anywhere within the city, but the best are from the nearby fountain/park and from the Saloma Bridge.
If you wish to go to the observation deck, which affords an unparalleled panoramic view of the city, you need to go early to get tickets or book them online because they sell out fast.
Location: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Visiting Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (last…
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