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6 Days in Kuala Lumpur: Unveiling the City's Hidden Gems

Mauriele Dasmariñas

Mauriele Dasmariñas

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Kuala Lumpur's vibrant streets and discover its rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landmarks, and lush green spaces. From iconic Petronas Twin Towers to the enchanting Batu Caves, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure.

Trip to Kuala Lumpur

Day 1Icons of Freedom and Architectural Wonders
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$42

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$ 5

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Petaling Street Market
Bustling shopping district with haggling vendors offering a range of goods, from clothing to food.
No time set
Free
12 - 15 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$42
14 - 21 min

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Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Vast, upscale indoor mall home to luxury & mainstream retailers & dozens of global eateries.
No time set
Free
Day 2Nature's Retreat and Sky-High Thrills
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$63

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$ 5

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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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
$13
6 - 9 min

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Menara Kuala Lumpur
One of the world's tallest, this landmark tower offers scenic city views & a revolving restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$50
8 - 10 min

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KLCC Park
50-acre respite offering a kids' playground, paths, a wading pool & choreographed fountain displays.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Day 3Exploring Art, Culture, and Marine Wonders
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$100

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$ 9

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Central Market
Cultural heritage site with restored art deco facade offering shopping, eateries & an outdoor stage.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Thean Hou Temple
6-tiered temple opened in 1989, featuring a prayer hall with 3 altars & ornate, colourful details.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Aquaria KLCC
Expansive aquarium offering 5,000 exhibits, a clear tunnel, feeding shows & shark cage dives.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$50
9 - 11 min

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Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
1800s Hindu temple, Kuala Lumpur's oldest, featuring a monumental, ornately carved entrance tower.
No time set
Free
9 - 11 min

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Sky Deck KL Tower
At 300m above the city, a viewing deck popular for panoramic photos taken from the glass Sky Box.
No time set
$50
Day 4Get Up Close with Wildlife and Dive into Fun
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$125

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$ 5

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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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
$50
28 - 34 min

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Sunway Lagoon
Sprawling amusement park with a water zone, rides, a zoo & outdoor activities, plus dining & events.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$75
Day 5Spiritual Serenity and Botanical Bliss
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$25

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$ 3

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Contemporary museum offering displays of historical Islamic items, plus a restaurant & library.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$25
16 - 23 min

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Perdana Botanical Garden
Botanical gardens featuring tropical plants & rare fruit trees, plus a fish pond, waterfall & cafe.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 6Wings of Wonder, National Heritage, and Majestic Caves
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$50

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$ 6

Upper View Regalia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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KL Bird Park
Thousands of colourful birds in free-roaming areas, walk-through aviaries & traditional enclosures.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$38
12 - 17 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
$13
7 - 9 min

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Tugu Negara
Landmark national monument dedicated to the 11,000 lives lost during the Emergency.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Batu Caves
Limestone caves at the top of steep steps housing Hindu temples & shrines, plus a huge deity statue.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $433 In total

Activities & Food:$405
Transport:$29