Setapak is a sub-district in Gombak District, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The name Setapak literally translated in Malay as “one step” in which referring to the close proximity of the suburb to Kuala Lumpur city centre as well as to Ampang and Cheras areas, all within less than 30 kilometers away.

How to Get There

By Car

Setapak is easily accessible via Jalan Tun Razak, Jalan Genting Klang, Jalan Danau Kota, the Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2), the Duta-Ulu Kelang Expressway (DUKE) and Ampang-Kuala Lumpur Elevated Highway (AKLEH).

Tourist Attractions

Titiwangsa Lake Garden

Titiwangsa Lake Garden is a recreational park opened for the public. It has a few huge lakes in the middle of the park. Facilities include jogging tracks, aqua biking, canoeing, bicycle tracks, water polo, horse riding, children’s playgrounds, mini gym stations, radio control car racing tracks and other outdoor activities. Public amenities such as wash rooms and park benches are well maintained.

National Theatre or Istana Budaya

The National Theatre or Istana Budaya is the country’s main venue for all sorts of theatre including classical concerts, musical theatre, operas as well as live music performances from both local and international artistes. The design of the building was inspired based on a flying traditional moon kite.

National Art Gallery

The National Art Gallery located along Jalan Temerloh has a unique Malay architecture with a contemporary touch to make the gallery one of the most modern art venues. It houses over 2500 permanent pieces of artworks from local and international artists.

National Library

The National Library located at Jalan Tun Razak is often used by avid readers, students and researchers as a resource centre. The library has a collection of more than 7000 books that split into different sections on several floors, namely Malaysiana, Rare Collection, Manuscripts, Serials, General, Media Resources, United Nations and National Collections. Other facilities include a web browsing stations and a photographic studio.

Royal Selangor Pewter Visitors’ Centre

Royal Selangor Pewter is one of the world’s largest pewter manufacturers. This Visitors’ Centre is the first in Asia and one of only three in the world. It housed a series of galleries, a factory and retail store. The galleries showcasing displays of pewter craftsmanship and applications, the factory gives an insight of the metalworking process and the retail store provides the final product merchandise. It is a well-managed tourist attraction with free guided tours in several languages such as Bahasa Melayu, English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Japanese. Some of the highlights include the world’s largest tankard, awarded by the Guinness book of Records in 1987 and the 9.1 meter replica of the PETRONAS Twin Towers.

P. Ramlee Memorial Museum

The P. Ramlee Memorial Museum is formerly the residence of P. Ramlee, once a famous Malaysian artist. Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr P. Ramlee was not only a singer, but also an actor, director, songwriter, producer as well as a composer. He died at a young age of 44 due to a heart attack in 1973. The house is then turned into a memorial and officiated in 1986.

Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC)

Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) is an international convention and trade fair location. It was constructed in 1981 and located to the north of the Kuala Lumpur city centre on Jalan Tun Ismail. PWTC is a popular spot for some of the country’s major exhibitions such as the annual Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair.

Hotels

My Home Hotel Setapak

This hotel provides a pleasant and comfortable stay while being in Setapak. Its location is within the surrounding of shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur and a good choice for any budget travellers.

Orange Premier Hotel Wangsa Maju

This hotel has a great location within the close proximity of Kuala Lumpur city centre and provides easy access in getting around. It offers great services and quality accommodations for enjoyable stay.

Hotel Grand Continental Kuala Lumpur

This hotel is strategically located at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, surrounded by corporate and commercial hubs and interesting city tourist spots. Leisure travellers will enjoy quick access to shopping malls and night markets while business executives will be delighted to be in a place that keeps close where it needs to be.

Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur

For family vacation or leisure, this hotel provides a satisfactory comfort during your stay within Kuala Lumpur. It offers excellent services and facilities within immediate reach every time. After a busy day, the hotel offers workout at the fitness centre, refreshing dip in the swimming pool and relaxing at the sauna room or avail the massage services.

Sunway Putra Hotel

A renowned 5-star hotel that sits next to the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) attached to a shopping mall in a trendy city environment. This hotel is popular among guests who prefer to be close enough to the important financial, fashion and tourist hub yet still within a controlled level of city madness.