How to Spend a Weekend in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

It is impossible to visit Malaysia and not visit Kuala Lumpur. It is the capital city of Malaysia and one of its most modern cities as well.

Featuring tall skyscrapers, modern architecture and urban culture, Kuala Lumpur is a truly well-rounded city.

You could go discover Malaysia by observing the soul that runs through Kuala Lumpur, from its remnants of the British colonial era to the ultramodern city that it has now become, Kuala Lumpur is a fascinating city and a prime tourism hub nowadays.

Iconic Petronas Tower

Spend a weekend in Kuala Lumpur to truly explore and visit different places. Start off by visiting the iconic Petronas Towers, the tallest twin towers in the world.

The Petronas Towers instantly define the Malaysian skyline and give breathtaking views of the city. A tour of the Petronas Towers, also known and Malaysia’s Jewel, features views of the city from the adjoining glass bridge at 558ft.

Menara Tower

Another one of Kuala Lumpur’s trademark skyscrapers is the Menara Tower, standing at 421 meters high, it is easily discernable in the skyline because of its height and its traditional Islamic style architecture and minaret.

The tour for the Menara Tower is $12 per person and you can view the city from some truly memorable photographs or dine in the restaurant located at the top of the tower.

KLCC Park Resort

Variety of Water Rides, Splash Pool and Smooth Slides for Water Lovers 

Surrounding the modern sprawl is the KLCC Park designed to add some greenery and natural beauty in the area.

Inside the park is a large lake, Lake Symphony which attracts visitors because of its dancing fountains and lights show.

KLCC Observation Deck

Enjoy a full weekend in Kuala Lumpur to explore its junction of modern and ancient cultures.

Batu Caves – Giant Lord Murugan Statue

Travel Hack: Climb the Steps to get to the Batu Cave And Temple – Good Workout

On the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, nearly 15 kilometers away are the famous Batu Caves. The Batu Caves are a series of nearly 400-million years old limestone caves that have elaborate cave temples inside them. The Batu Caves are the most famous Hindu shrines outside of India and host the Thaipusam festival in Malaysia every year. The Orang Asli Crafts Museum displays the crafts and history of the indigenous Asli people of Malaysia and is a heartfelt nod to their history and their presence.

One of Malaysia’s highlights is the night life and the night markets that have some of the best food in South East Asia. The markets are lined with local and foreign street food, vendors and bargain hunts from all over Malaysia.

Malaysia Food Market

A Malaysia travel hack is to bargain with the street vendors as they usually reduce their prices after some haggling. Malaysia is a melting pot of people and cultures from all over Asia, with a large population of immigrants, Malaysian food has interesting flavors and spices. The meat is halal in all restaurants unless mentioned otherwise and the sale of alcohol to non-Muslims is permitted. One thing to keep in mind is that as Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country, there are some customs and traditions that are followed and should be respected.

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