Are you planning a vacation to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia? Kuala Lumpur presents endless excitement, from charming skyscrapers and complete cultural and culinary attractions to amazing nightlife. Vacationing to Kuala Lumpur on a budget is not impossible. You can still experience the excitement and explore interesting attractions in Kuala Lumpur.
We have collected a series of tips for visiting Kuala Lumpur on a budget. Check them out below and follow the tips!
How can you enjoy Kuala Lumpur to the fullest while still keeping your budget low? Here are some tips for visiting Kuala Lumpur on a budget.
The Kuala Lumpur Travel Pass is a ticket that provides access to the top attractions in Kuala Lumpur. This pass allows you to explore the underwater world at Aquaria KLCC, encounter unique wildlife at Zoo Negara, enjoy panoramic city views from the KL Tower, and visit other attractions, eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for each site. With the Kuala Lumpur Travel Pass, you can save up to 40% on your vacation. This pass is available exclusively on Traveloka!
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You can visit Kuala Lumpur any time of the year. Like other tropical countries, the weather in Kuala Lumpur is pleasant from January to December. However, for those of you who want to see various interesting events in Kuala Lumpur, you can visit from June to August, this is the peak tourist season in this metropolitan city. Meanwhile, for those who do not want to take a vacation when there are many tourists, you can visit from February to March or September to October.
Don't miss out on trying Kuala Lumpur's appetising local food. Here are some recommended places to get local Kuala Lumpur food.
Devi's Corner at Jalan Telawi Bangsar is the first recommendation for enjoying Kuala Lumpur's local food. You can order nasi lemak with fried chicken with delicious flavours, from rice, chicken, and chillies. If you're having a budget-friendly vacation in Kuala Lumpur, you'll love the food at this restaurant. It's delicious and won't break the bank!
Devi's Corner at Jalan Telawi Bangsar
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Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant provides a buffet dinner experience in Asia's tallest skyscraper, KL Tower. Enjoy Malaysian or foreign cuisine with a beautiful view and live music entertainment.
Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant KL Tower
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Visiting night markets is the best way to discover local food. Kuala Lumpur, in particular, hosts numerous night markets where you can indulge in various delicious local foods. Some recommended markets to visit include the Sri Petaling Night Market, Klang Lama Night Market, and Happy Garden Night Market, among others.
There are many exciting attractions you can do in Kuala Lumpur. Here's a few of the list:
The Petronas Twin Tower is Kuala Lumpur's most iconic landmark. These stunning twin towers are impressive whether during the day or at night. You can visit the Observation Deck on the 86th floor or the Sky Bridge to get a birds-eye view of Kuala Lumpur.
Petronas Twin Towers Kuala Lumpur
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Aquaria KLCC is a recommended destination if you're visiting Kuala Lumpur. This world-class oceanarium is home to over 5,000 animals, with a wide variety of colourful fish, stingrays, sharks, jellyfish, otters, and more. The main attraction of Aquaria KLCC is the 90-metre underwater tunnel, where you can clearly observe various types of fish.
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Zoo Negara houses more than 400 species of animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and amphibians. You also have the opportunity to feed the animals directly. There are various spectacular animal shows to make your visit more memorable.
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Getting around Kuala Lumpur doesn't need to be confusing, the city is equipped with a comprehensive transportation system. Not only does it connect one point to another in the city, but also it can reach other places near Kuala Lumpur.
The LRT is the first public transportation in Kuala Lumpur to use to get around the city. This train serves three routes, and the fare depends on the distance you take. The LRT operates from 06:00 AM to midnight. During peak hours, the LRT arrives every 3 to 6 minutes, while during off-peak hours the LRT arrives every 5 to 10 minutes.
The MRT is a mass transportation system with two lines, the Putrajaya Line and the Kajang Line. You can use the MRT to reach various strategic points in the city. This transportation generally runs every 4 to 10 minutes.
Besides the MRT and LRT, you can use the KL Monorail to get around Kuala Lumpur. This is a mode of transportation that runs on elevated tracks. The train operates from 6 AM every morning and arrives every 8 to 12 minutes.
Go KL is a free bus service that can reach shopping centres, office buildings, and various tourist destinations in the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The Go KL City Bus serves four routes and operates from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Rapid KL is a bus that serves more than 100 routes in Klang Valley. You can use this bus to go to various tourist destinations. Rapid KL operates from 06.00 AM to 11.00 PM on Monday to Saturday and 06.00 AM - 00.00 AM on Sunday.
You will always get the best travelling experience in Kuala Lumpur with various excitement given, follow the tips above so that your expenses are not over budget. Let’s plan your vacation in Kuala Lumpur by booking activities in Kuala Lumpur through Traveloka.