How to Explore Kuala Lumpur   

Kuala Lumpur (KL) the capital of Malaysia is filled with many blessings of nature with graceful waterfalls, picturesque parks and the famous Batu caves for nature lovers and adventure seekers whilst the modern-day wonders like the Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, Aquaria KL City Centre, and a bounty of mega malls add a different exposure enriching the visitors. Here are some insights on how best to explore KL for an awesome holiday.

When to visit KL

Being a tropical city, KL can be visited throughout the year and this capital city enjoys milder weather between 29 to 35 degrees Celsius during the day.

October to December period is prone to random showers, and from March to April period weather tends to be wet. The rest of the year has stable weather, and all outdoor activities can be enjoyed.

Arriving in and getting about in KL

Offering sound connectivity to the rest of the world through KL International Airport, visitors to KL have a great choice in deciding whether to take a direct flight to KL or to travel via another city like Singapore or Bangkok for passengers travelling from Asia to get the best possible fare. For your trip to the hotel on arrival, it is best to arrange a hotel transfer in advance or use an airport taxi by pre-agreeing the fare.

KL Metro is the most convenient way to travel in KL as it has an extensive network, and many visitors staying at serviced residences in KL use the metro as the stations are close to most of the attractions in the city. Fares on the Metro are reasonable, and you can buy the ticket from the station.

Apart from the Metro using the Grab Car app enables you to call a driver when you need to get to a place urgently or are getting back to your hotel after doing some heavy shopping as many guests at properties like Ascott Sentral Kuala Lumpur usually do.

Regular taxis are available in the city, however, it is best if the charges are agreed upon beforehand when using these services.

Attractions to explore

Whilst there are so many attractions too, find below a few unique ones to add to your repertoire of exposures in KL.

Perdana Botanical Gardens - An oasis for city dwellers for recreation and a haven for nature lovers. Though not a huge garden, the diverse sections appeal to your senses. Easily reached even on the KL hop-on hop-off bus in between visiting other attractions, this is a place worth seeing and getting reenergized in a serene environment. There is no entry fee to these gardens.

Petronas Twin Towers – The world's tallest twin towers, this is a must-experience attraction in KL, enjoy the spectacular view of the city from the observation decks.

Central Market – Standing proud since 1888 serving the people of KL, this is an ideal place to pick local handicrafts, souvenirs and many a bric-a-brac which are authentically Malaysian. A visit here is also a great idea to have a feel of the old colonial buildings of Malaysia.

Bukit Bintang – A glittering fashion and entertainment centre of KL with glittering malls, cafes, restaurants, and bars to keep up the excitement and feed scores of hungry shopaholics. You can also witness street markets, and ornamental temples and mix with the locals and enjoy a day of shopping and entertainment here.

KL Tower – The tallest free-standing tower in Southeast Asia, this tower is 421 metres in height and is a TV and communications centre. The revolving restaurant at 300 m height is a great attraction for people to enjoy a meal with stunning views.

Savour the delightful Malaysian Cuisine

Being a multicultural hot pot, Malaysian cuisine is an exotic blend of Malay, Indian and Chinese cultures resulting in the use of varied ingredients, well laced with herbs and spices turning out delicious food, here are a few of the hot favourites of visitors as well as locals.

Nasi Lemak – Rice made with coconut milk accompanied by sambal, anchovies, peanuts, and a boiled egg.

Hokkien Mee – A tasty dish of stir-fried thick yellow noodles with pork or the meat of your choice served piping hot.

Roti Canai – Chopped roti topped with dhal curry and sambal and served with 02 half-boiled eggs.

Chicken Rice – A succulent dish of steamed rice with a generous serving of chicken and fried shallots

Satay – Stuck on skewers this is a juicy and filling bite made from the meat of your choice and served with rice and a delicious peanut dip.