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10 Days in Kuala Lumpur: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Joel James

Joel James

17 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Explore the city's rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling metropolis.

Trip to Kuala Lumpur

Day 1
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$91

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$ 2

Farm In The City
Visitors can pet & feed many animals at this popular zoo with various habitats & a souvenir shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
28 - 34 min

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The National Museum of Malaysia
Interactive museum of Malaysian culture & history from prehistoric times to the present day.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
12 - 17 min

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Kedai Makan City Parking
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
10 - 15 min

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Royal Malaysia Police Museum
Modest museum showcasing exhibits with local police antiques, vehicles, uniforms & weaponry.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
16 - 24 min

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Vishal Food & Catering
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$14
Day 2
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$103

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$ 3

Sunway Lagoon
Sprawling amusement park with a water zone, rides, a zoo & outdoor activities, plus dining & events.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$75
25 - 30 min

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Annalakshmi
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$14
20 - 30 min

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Thean Hou Temple
6-tiered temple opened in 1989, featuring a prayer hall with 3 altars & ornate, colourful details.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Entier French Dining
Perched on level 41 is French restaurant Entier, an avant-garde approach to fine dining. At the forefront of Kuala Lumpur's new food order, Entier is a celebration of nose to tail dining - where every part of the animal or vegetable is used.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 3
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$28

Merdeka Square
This landmark square has a 95m flagpole to mark the site of the first Malayan flag-raising.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad
Opened in 1909, this colourful, airy mosque once served as the main mosque in the city.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Central Market
Cultural heritage site with restored art deco facade offering shopping, eateries & an outdoor stage.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Bawah Pokok Indian Rice
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
11 - 16 min

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Guan Di Temple Chinatown
Longtime Taoist temple featuring a bright orange exterior & a large, bearded statue of Guandi.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Vcr
Coffee explorers.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
Day 4
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$78

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$ 2

Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
Visitor centre taking guests through the history of Royal Selangor's pewter manufacturing.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Expansive plant- & flower-filled garden with over 5,000 butterflies, koi ponds & a gift shop.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Contemporary museum offering displays of historical Islamic items, plus a restaurant & library.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
13 - 20 min

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Vishal Food & Catering
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$14
15 - 22 min

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National Mosque of Malaysia
Hosting up to 15,000 worshippers, Malaysia's national mosque has gardens, a library & a prayer hall.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Restoran Rebung Chef Ismail
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 5
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$28

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$ 3

Perdana Botanical Garden
Botanical gardens featuring tropical plants & rare fruit trees, plus a fish pond, waterfall & cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Tugu Negara
Landmark national monument dedicated to the 11,000 lives lost during the Emergency.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Senya Izakaya
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$14
13 - 20 min

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Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan (The Federal Territory Mosque)
Tours & events are offered at this huge, stately mosque with many domes & architectural styles.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Sae Ma Eul BBQ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 6
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$103

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$ 5

KidZania Kuala Lumpur
Sprawling children's theme park offering immersive career role-play, from firefighter to surgeon.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
20 - 24 min

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Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery
Modern museum with galleries about economics & finance, plus Malaysian & Southeast Asian artworks.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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수라 Sura Korean BBQ Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
12 - 18 min

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Batu Caves
Limestone caves at the top of steep steps housing Hindu temples & shrines, plus a huge deity statue.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Restoran Tuu Dok Ko 1488
Diusahakan oleh Encik Suhaidin Ismail dan isteri Puan Che Azlina Che Muda. Menyediakan makanan-makanan tradisi kelantan.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 7
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$128

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$ 2

KL Bird Park
Thousands of colourful birds in free-roaming areas, walk-through aviaries & traditional enclosures.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
12 - 15 min

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Berjaya Times Square Theme Park
Indoor theme park on floors 5 & 7 of a mall with rides for adrenaline rushes & small children.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$63
4 - 6 min

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悦心軒素食館
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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Keong Kee Herbal Soup
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 8
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$78

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$ 2

Taman Eko-Rimba Kuala Lumpur (TERKL)
Situated within the city, this rain forest has several nature trails & a forest canopy walkway.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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Petrosains, The Discovery Centre
Modern museum focused on the science & technology of the energy industry, with a cafe & gift shop.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
11 - 16 min

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Fuego at Troika Sky Dining
South American bar/restaurant, modern tapas & cocktails, charcoal grilled meats
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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Asy-Syakirin Mosque KLCC
In a bustling urban locale, this Islamic mosque features a futuristic design & a 10,000+ capacity.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Troika Sky Dining
Some places have exceptional food, some places have exceptional views and some... Just have it all!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 9
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$53

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$ 5

National Zoo of Malaysia
Open-concept zoo featuring a wide range of domestic & exotic animals, from elephants to seals.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
24 - 29 min

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KLCC Park
50-acre respite offering a kids' playground, paths, a wading pool & choreographed fountain displays.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Vcr
Coffee explorers.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
16 - 23 min

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Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
1800s Hindu temple, Kuala Lumpur's oldest, featuring a monumental, ornately carved entrance tower.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Blue Boy Vegetarian Food Centre
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 10
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$170

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$ 2

Aquaria KLCC
Expansive aquarium offering 5,000 exhibits, a clear tunnel, feeding shows & shark cage dives.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
7 - 10 min

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Petronas Twin Towers
Once the world's tallest, these 88-story towers bear a modern Islamic design & a visitor skybridge.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$42
9 - 11 min

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Luce Osteria Contemporanea
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
12 - 17 min

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Menara Kuala Lumpur
One of the world's tallest, this landmark tower offers scenic city views & a revolving restaurant.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$50
10 - 15 min

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Pampas Old Malaya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14

Budget breakdown: $880 In total

Activities & Food:$860
Transport:$21