Medan Tuanku Monorail station is a Malaysian elevated monorail train station that serves as a part of the KL Monorail. The station was opened on August 31, 2003.The Medan Tuanku station is situated above Jalan Sultan Ismail, just south of Chow Kit and located east from an intersection with Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman. The monorail line runs parallel along Sultan Ismail Road, up until the Bukit Bintang station, after which the line turns west to Jalan Imbi at the both road intersection.

Situated above Jalan Sultan Ismail, the Medan Tuanku monorail station is located approximately 1km east of Sungai Kelang, with nearby tourist’s destinations including the interesting dining and nightlife venues of Asian Heritage Row just few step away. Whilst the new shopping mall, Quill City Mall is situated next to the Monorail Station.

How to Get There

By Plane

You may take flight from any airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). From KLIA, you can take taxi to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. The distance from airport to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station is about 60 km or 47 minute drive away.

By Car

If you travel from South and North peninsular of Malaysia you may use North-South Expressway to reach Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. If you travel from Kuala Lumpur you may use Jalan Sultan Ismail to reach Medan Tuanku Monorail Station.

By Train

You can take monorail from any monorail station to reach Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. Rapid KL operates a train from Kuala Lumpur Sentral Station to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost RM 2 - RM 7 and the journey takes 7 min.

By Bus

GoKL City Bus operates a bus from Kuala Lumpur Sentral Station to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost is free and the journey takes 47 min.

Tourist Attractions

Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial

Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial is one of Malaysia prime destinations that you should visit during your trip to Kuala Lumpur. Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial was officially opened by Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's Prime Minister on 11 November 1994. The purpose is for the memoriam is to commemorate the charity service and contribution of Almarhum Tunku as the "Father of Independence" and also the first Malaysia's Prime Minister from year 1957 till 1970.

Merdeka Square

The Merdeka Square is one of the best known landmarks in Kuala Lumpur. It is located opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and next to Royal Selangor Club. Merdeka Square is a historical place where the Union Flag was lowered and the Malayan flag was raised for the very first time at the struck of midnight of 31st August 1957. From then on, Merdeka Square has been the venue for the annual Merdeka Parade.

Sultan Abdul Samad Building

The iconic Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a late nineteenth century building located along Jalan Raja in front of the Dataran Merdeka and the Royal Selangor Club .It was completed in year 1897.This historical building houses the Supreme and High Courts. The building with unique Moorish designs and clock tower is widely photographed by visitors.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Road

You can spend your day at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman to enjoy shopping here. The pre-war buildings on this road, with their unique features, still exist and are preserved. Every Saturday, between 5 to 10 pm, the Lorong Tuanku Abdul Rahman is closed to vehicles to make room for a night market that offers an assortment of fabrics, textiles, clothing and food at attractive prices.

Asian Heritage Row

Asian Heritage Row, the once popular nightlife district underwent a massive refurbishment that transformed over 20 1940s shop houses into stylish cafés, bistros, event spaces, and restaurants. Located beside Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, you can easily make your way to The Row KL from anywhere in the city as it is less than five minutes away from the Medan Tuanku Monorail Station.

Hotels

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur is a 5-star luxury hotel conveniently located in Jalan Sultan Ismail. It is a walking distance from Medan Tuanku Monorail Station to the hotel where the distance is only 0.1 km. Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur provides luxury, privacy and convenience to the guests.Superb facilities and an excellent location make the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur is a perfect place to stay.

Prescott Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Staying at Prescott Hotel Kuala Lumpur is a good choice when you are at Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. This 3-star hotel offer great comfort stay with excellent services to the guests. With all the service provided, Prescott Hotel Kuala Lumpur provides a lovely stay to the guests.