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Kuala Lumpur – The beautiful and modern capital of the “tiger nation” Malaysia, is an ideal destination for those who want to explore the beauty and uniqueness of Southeast Asia. Coming here, you will admire the skyscrapers, blend into the bustling streets, and experience the diverse culture. Let’s explore with Klook the check-in places that cannot be missed when traveling to Kuala Lumpur!

Kuala Lumpur – The Colorful City (#Kuala Lumpur blog)

The federal capital Kuala Lumpur, also known as KL, is located in the middle of the west coast of the Malaysian peninsula, in the vast Klang Valley and surrounded by the state of Selangor. This is the most populous city in Malaysia with a total area of ​​up to 243 square kilometers and a population of up to 5.7 million people.

With rapid population and economic growth, Kuala Lumpur has become one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in Southeast Asia. Famous for the world’s tallest twin towers, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur attracts millions of tourists every year. The city boasts many modern and postmodern architectural works, blending many unique Eastern cultures.

Traveling to Kuala Lumpur, visitors can enjoy the romantic streets, parks, and squares in the center and admire the traditional beauty of ancient temples. Not only that, you will be immersed in many bustling festivals, unique art performances on the streets at night. This colorful city promises to bring visitors memorable and unforgettable experiences.

We will share with you valuable experiences and detailed instructions on how to travel to Kuala Lumpur on your own in the content below. Get ready for your journey of discovery!

What is the best time and good season to visit Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Lumpur has an equatorial climate typical of a tropical rainforest. The city is usually sunny and warm all year round, with abundant rainfall. The temperature tends to not change too much, so you can visit at any time of the year.

The period from May to August is the ideal time for you to explore the beauty of the city. During this time, Kuala Lumpur has the least rainfall of the year, you can visit tourist attractions without being affected by showers. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to participate in major festivals in Malaysia such as Vesak (May 15), Sarawak Gawai (June), Hari Merdeka National Day (August 31).

Especially for those who love shopping, plan to visit Kuala Lumpur near the end of the year, because at this time brands often have strong discount programs and attractive promotions. Suggestions for some famous shopping places in Kuala Lumpur: Fahrenheit 88, Suria KLCC, Pavilion, Mid Valley Megamall,…

Getting to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia from Vietnam

To travel from Vietnam to Kuala Lumpur, you can only travel by air via airlines such as Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Vietnam Airlines,… You can book a direct flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) or transit in Singapore if you want to combine travel to many countries.

• Kuala Lumpur has a second international airport, KLIA2, located about 2km from the main airport KLIA1. It mainly serves flights from low-cost airlines. Please note when booking tickets to determine the appropriate means of transportation when arriving.
• Airfare will range from about 5 – 6 million VND round trip, depending on your departure location.
• Flight time to Kuala Lumpur is about 3 hours from Hanoi, Da Nang and about 2 hours from Ho Chi Minh City.

Getting around Kuala Lumpur

Public transport routes in Kuala Lumpur are very modern and diverse. To travel from the airport to the center and to other famous attractions, visitors can choose the following means:

• Bus: Refer to buying tickets for AeroBus buses, the price is less than 80,000 VND.
• Express train: In Kuala Lumpur, there are many separate subway and skytrain lines, please refer and choose the type that suits your schedule:
• KLIA Ekspres: Runs directly from KLIA1/KLIA2 airport station to KL Sentral central station. The reference price is only about 250,000 VND for one way.
• MRT: New express train line but the price is quite high. There are 31 MRT stations stretching from Sungai Buloh to Kajang. You can refer to the MRT Putrajaya line to visit the KL administrative center.
• LRT (Light Rail Transit): There are 2 main lines, LRT Kelana Jaya and LRT Ampang Line. These two lines pass through places such as Central Market, Petaling Street, Chinatown, Bukit Bintang, Petronas Twin Towers, Masjid Jamek Mosque and Merdeka Square.
• Monorail: A small train running above ground and only has 11 stations, mainly passing through large shopping malls such as Berjaya Times Square and Bukit Bintang.
• KTM Komuter: A subway line connecting neighboring provinces of Kuala Lumpur, to tourist attractions such as Batu Caves, Penang with a relatively cheap price of only about 10,000 VND.
• Taxi/Grab: You can catch a taxi in the city, consider negotiating the price before getting in the car to avoid being charged a high price. Or if you have purchased a 4G sim card for use in Malaysia, you can proactively book a car through the Grab app.

If you already have an international driver’s license or are traveling with a family, consider renting a self-driving car for easy travel in the city.

In particular, to make your trip both economical and not have to worry about transportation, the KL Travelpass card and the integrated Touch’N Go card will be a great choice.

Kuala Lumpur Food Guide

Don’t know what to eat when traveling to Kuala Lumpur? Here are some attractive food tour locations in the city for you: Jalan Alor night market, Sri Petaling, Bangsar, Chinatown. Here, you can easily find eateries serving famous street food with prices starting from only 50,000 VND.

Some typical dishes you must try when coming here are:

• Pad Thai
• Mee Goreng seafood fried noodles
• Roti Cana curry toast
• Congee porridge
• Satay grilled meat skewers
• Madra Thalis

Especially, for those who love to experience the vibrant nightlife atmosphere, go to Bukit Bintang to explore the cuisine with many Western restaurants and vibrant cocktail bars.

Stunningly Beautiful Kuala Lumpur Tourist Destinations

Let’s join us to check out 12 beautiful check-in places that not everyone knows about when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Here is a detailed review of these interesting destinations for you!

KL Forest Eco Park

• Address: Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Kewangan, Kuala Lumpur
• Entrance fee: 40 MYR (about 200,000 VND)
• Opening hours: 7:00 – 18:00

KL Forest Eco Park is a green paradise in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city. This is the only urban forest park in Malaysia, covering an area of ​​about 9.37 hectares. Here, you will have the opportunity to create beautiful “virtual life” photos at the Canopy Walkway suspension bridge amidst the beautiful scenery of the green forest.

Thean Hou Temple

• Address: Robson Hill, Seputeh area
• Admission fee: Free.
• Opening hours: 8:00 – 10:00

Thean Hou Temple is one of the largest Chinese Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. The temple has a magnificent architecture with fountains, elaborately decorated statues and thousands of bright red lanterns. From the hill, you can also take panoramic photos of Kuala Lumpur city and the colorful flyover.

Masjid Jamek Mosque

• Address: Near the intersection of Gombak and Klang, Jalan Tun Perak
• Admission: Free
• Opening hours: 10:00 – 12:30 and 14:30 – 16:00

Masjid Jamek Mosque is the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur, featuring Melayu-Islamic architecture. The highlight of the attraction here is its unique architecture and proximity to the Klang River. Visitors can admire the ancient buildings around in the peaceful space.

Putrajaya Lake

Putrajaya Lake is a majestic and majestic artificial lake in Putrajaya city, about 25km from Kuala Lumpur. This is an ideal destination to take photos of the city’s famous bridges, parks and government buildings with modern architecture and lush green trees as a background.

Kanching Rainforest Waterfall

Kanching Rainforest Waterfall is located in a forest near Rawang town, about 30km from Kuala Lumpur. Here you will admire the majestic waterfalls, in the middle of the green natural forest space.

Kwai Chai Hong Street

This is an ancient traditional neighborhood in the heart of Kuala Lumpur near Bukit Bintang. The prominent photo spots here are the classic architecture, the walls painted with colorful graffiti street art. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere here and explore the small alleys deep in the neighborhood for unique photo angles.

Perdana Botanical Gardens

• Entrance fee: From 2 – 5 MYR (about 10,000 – 26,000 VND).
• Opening hours: 7:00 – 18:00

The garden is located right in the center of the city and covers an area of ​​up to 91.6 hectares. You can stroll around the diverse flower gardens and visit the classical architectural works in the garden. Some beautiful areas to visit when coming here are: National Monument, Bird Park, Deer Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hibiscus and Orchid Garden, …

Batu Caves

The Batu Caves complex is located about 13km from the center of Kuala Lumpur, a famous tourist destination in Malaysia. As soon as you enter the gate, you will immediately see the giant golden statue of Lord Murugan and 272 colorful steps. This is also the place where the extremely exciting Thaipusam festival takes place around the second lunar month. Explore this sacred Hindu temple and enjoy the majestic scenery from the top of the cave.

Genting Highlands (#Kuala Lumpur blog)

Genting Highlands is located about 55km from the center of Kuala Lumpur, a famous tourist area with a cool climate at an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level and diverse entertainment activities. Entrance fees depend on each area. Visitors can admire the majestic scenery of the Titiwangsa mountain range and unique colorful architectural works.

Aquaria KLCC

Aquaria KLCC is located in the Suria KLCC shopping mall with an area of ​​nearly 6,000 square meters. Tickets to the aquarium cost from 250,000 VND for adults and 180,000 VND for children depending on the time of visit. This is a favorite destination for many people with more than 250 different species of marine life, the prominent check-in area is the large sea lion tank and the underground walking tunnel on the ocean floor.

Sky Deck KL Tower

The KL Tower is located on Bukit Ananas Hill on Jalan Punchak, just about 2 km from the Petronas Twin Towers. Tickets here range from 100,000 – 320,000 VND depending on the activities you choose. You can stand at the observation deck and enjoy a panoramic view of the city from a height of 276 meters.

Petronas Twin Towers

A check-in spot that cannot be missed when traveling to Kuala Lumpur is the world’s tallest twin tower, the Petronas Twin Towers, located in the KLCC area. Tickets to visit the tower and the Skybridge floor cost from 250,000 – 620,000 VND depending on whether you bring your passport or not. You can take photos from the foot of the tower to fully capture the unique architecture and go up the Skybridge glass bridge spanning the two towers to enjoy a panoramic view of the city from above.

KL blog: Where to stay?

To find out some best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur, plz read: Where to stay in KL? — Top 8 best areas to stay in Kuala Lumpur for the first-timers.

Below are some best cheap, budget, mid-range and upscale hotels with good ratings and reviews you can refer to.

MOV Hotel: 4-star hotel with room rates from $33/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $50/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Impiana KLCC Hotel Kuala Lumpur: 4-star hotel with room rates from $53/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $73/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Sunway Putra Hotel: 5-star hotel with room rates from $46/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

The Kuala Lumpur Journal: 5-star hotel with room rates from $62/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur by Far East Hospitality: 4-star hotel with room rates from $36/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral: 4-star hotel with room rates from $60/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Traders Hotel, Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $77/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $144/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $132/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur City Centre: 5-star hotel with room rates from $50/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur: 5-star hotel with room rates from $83/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

You can find more, check rates, availability & booking for Kuala Lumpur hotels on Agoda.com or Booking.com

Some Notes When Traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Don’t know what to prepare before traveling to Kuala Lumpur on your own? Don’t worry, Klook has compiled some important notes for you to “pocket” below:

• Bring a light jacket, sunscreen and necessary items. You should leave some space in your suitcase, because traveling here will have many interesting items for you to buy as gifts.
• Wear sneakers for convenient walking in the city and using public transportation.
• Print out vouchers for bus tickets, train tickets, and hotel rooms for quick and convenient use.
• Convert money into Ringgit (MYR) in advance in Vietnam or bring dollars to exchange in KL, with the current exchange rate of 1 MYR equivalent to about 5,200 VND.
• Pay attention to protecting your suitcase and wear a small bag when carrying many valuable items.
• Download Google Maps in advance for easy navigation and use of public transportation.

Traveling to Kuala Lumpur is truly a wonderful journey for those who are passionate about exploring the diverse culture in the kingdom of tigers. From modern towers to solemn historical temples, from vibrant night markets to colorful old streets – each location brings unique and unforgettable experiences for visitors when coming here.

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Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in, to from Kuala Lumpur you can refer to

• Private Airport Transfers (KLIA/KLIA2) for Kuala Lumpur
• Shared Bus Transfers between Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 and KL Sentral by AeroBus
• Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour
• KL Pass in Kuala Lumpur
• Kuala Lumpur City Full Day Tour
• Kuala Lumpur Suburbs and Batu Caves
• Kuala Lumpur Food Experience
• KL Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Pass (24/48 Hours)
• Genting Highlands Day Trip
• KL Sentral – Kuala Lumpur International Airport Bus by Aerobus
• eSIM Malaysia with high-speed and stable Internet connection
• Kuala Lumpur City & Batu Caves Combo Tour
• Petronas Twin Towers and Batu Caves Full Day Tour
• PETRONAS Twin Towers Ticket
• KL TravelPass (Metro Card) in Kuala Lumpur
• Genting Highlands and Batu Caves Day Tour
• KLIA Ekspres Airport Train Tickets (QR Code Direct Entry)
• Colmar Bukit Tinggi and Japanese Village Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur
• Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant in KL Tower
• Genting Highlands Day Trip
• Kuala Lumpur City Tour with 21 Attractions and KL Tower Ticket
• Museum of Illusions Ticket in Kuala Lumpur
• Historical Malacca Tour with Lunch from Kuala Lumpur
• KL Tower Ticket in Kuala Lumpur
• [SALE] 4G Prepaid SIM Card (MY Airports Pick Up) for Malaysia
• 4G WiFi (MY Airport Pick Up) for Malaysia

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