Destination
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is a multicultural Malay, Chinese and Indian city of street food, Hindu cave temples and twin towers, and a cheap, easy stop between Singapore and Thailand.
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | fine |
| April | fine |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | best |
| August | best |
| September | best |
| October | fine |
| November | fine |
| December | fine |
- January, February: Thaipusam procession to Batu Caves in late January or early February.
- October, November, December: Wettest months, with heavy late-afternoon storms.
Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur
- KLCC: Petronas Towers, the park and the luxury hotels.
- Bukit Bintang: Shopping, Jalan Alor street food and the busiest nightlife.
- Bangsar: Leafy neighbourhood of cafes and bars favoured by locals and expats.
- Chinatown (Petaling Street): Heritage shophouses, hawker food and new boutique hotels.
What to do in Kuala Lumpur
- Skybridge and observation deck of the Petronas Twin Towers
- Climb the 272 rainbow steps at Batu Caves
- Night feast on Jalan Alor
- Day trip to historic Malacca
- Thean Hou Temple at dusk
- Nasi lemak breakfast at Village Park
Good to know
| Airports | Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | budget-friendly |
| Time zone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Kind of trip | city, food, shopping, culture, family |
Questions about Kuala Lumpur
When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
January, February, May, June, July, August and September.
Do US citizens need a passport for Kuala Lumpur?
Yes. Kuala Lumpur is in Malaysia; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Kuala Lumpur on the ground?
Kuala Lumpur is budget-friendly by US standards: plan about $60 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.