🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Petronas Twin Towers
- ✓Batu Caves
- ✓Chinatown
- ✓KL Tower
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kuala lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
The capital of Malaysia and an international city in Southeast Asia, it is a modern city where many different ethnicities coexist and is famous for the Petronas Twin Towers.
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Recommended Hotels in kuala lumpur
Hand-picked hotels and accommodations from Agoda (20 properties)
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
- ★The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
- ★Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
- ★Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Jalan Alor Food Street
¥Hawker food and street eats
•Nasi Kandar Pelita
¥Indian-Muslim cuisine 24/7
•Din Tai Fung KLCC
¥¥Taiwanese dim sum and noodles
•Atmosphere 360
¥¥¥¥Revolving restaurant at KL Tower
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💡 Travel Tips
- • Download Grab app and Touch 'n Go eWallet before arrival for seamless payments
- • Try local breakfast at mamak stalls - roti canai with teh tarik is must-try
- • Petronas Towers free sky bridge tickets are limited - book online days in advance
- • Batu Caves requires modest dress and watch for aggressive monkeys
- • Visit Jalan Alor food street after sunset for vibrant atmosphere and best street food
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
May - July, December - February
💰Daily Budget
$50-100/day
👥Popular With
FamiliesFoodiesShoppersBusiness Travelers
🗓️Recommended Stay
3-4 days
🌐Timezone
UTC+8 (MYT)
💬Local Language
Malay, English
💱Currency
MYR (Malaysian Ringgit)
📅kuala lumpur 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
Iconic Kuala Lumpur
🌅
Morning2-3h
🎭
Petronas Twin Towers & KLCC Park
💡 Book tickets online in advance. Arrive early to avoid crowds at the Sky Bridge.
☀️
Afternoon3h
🛍️
Bukit Bintang Shopping District
💡 Explore Pavilion KL and Lot 10. Great for souvenirs and local fashion brands.
🌙
Evening2h
🍜
Jalan Alor Food Street
💡 Try char kway teow, satay, and fresh seafood. Expect lively atmosphere and street vendors.
💡Tips
- •Use Grab app for convenient and safe transportation
- •Try local breakfast at mamak stalls - roti canai and teh tarik are must-tries
- •Many malls and attractions are connected by covered walkways - useful during rain
- •Download Touch 'n Go eWallet for seamless payments at many establishments
- •Respect prayer times at mosques and religious sites
🌡️ Climate Information
Average Temperature
Summer:32°C
Winter:28°C
Best Season
May, Jun, Jul, Dec, Jan, Feb
Rainy Season
Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov
Humidity
high
Tropical rainforest climate. Hot and humid year-round with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Drier periods May-July and December-February.
🌍 Local Culture & Customs
👋 Greetings
Handshake (light grip). Some Muslim women may not shake hands with men.
👔 Dress Code
Modest dress at mosques (scarves provided). Casual elsewhere but avoid revealing clothing.
💵 Tipping
Not mandatory. 10% at upscale restaurants if no service charge.
✅ Etiquette
- •Remove shoes at mosques and homes
- •Use right hand for giving/receiving
- •Dress modestly at religious sites
❌ Taboos
- •Pointing with index finger (use thumb)
- •Touching heads
- •Public displays of affection
💬 Useful Phrases
Selamat datang
Suh-lah-mat dah-tahng
→ Welcome
Terima kasih
Tuh-ree-mah kah-see
→ Thank you
Berapa?
Buh-rah-pah
→ How much?
🚨 Emergency Contacts
👮 Police999
🚑 Ambulance999
🚒 Fire Department994
🛡️ Tourist Police03-2149-6590
🏛️ Japanese Consulate
Embassy of Japan in Malaysia
📞+60-3-2177-2600
Address:11 Persiaran Stonor, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Hours:8:30-12:30, 14:00-16:30
🏥 Hospitals
Gleneagles Hospital KL
📞 +60-3-4141-3000English Support
Prince Court Medical Centre
📞 +60-3-2160-0000English Support
※ Don't hesitate to call in case of emergency