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KUL · 3.14° N · 101.69° E · Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia's capital, where the Petronas Towers rise over hawker stalls, mosques and temples, with Batu Caves just north of the city.

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About Kuala Lumpur

In short

  • The Petronas Twin Towers and skybridge
  • Batu Caves and its 272 steps
  • Merdeka Square
  • Night food on Jalan Alor
  • Central Market

At a glance

Country
Malaysia
Region
Far East
Local time
GMT+8
Time difference
2 hours ahead of Dhaka
Currency
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Languages
Malay and English
Main airport
  • KULKuala Lumpur International Airport
Best time to visit
January to February and June to July

Kuala Lumpur blends Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures, and you can taste all three at its hawker centres. Our Singapore and Malaysia holiday spends time here, with a city tour, Genting Highlands by cable car and Batu Caves.

See and do

The Petronas Twin Towers and their skybridge rule the skyline. Visit Merdeka Square and Masjid Jamek, and eat at Jalan Alor at night.

Batu Caves

An active Hindu shrine about 13 km north of the city: dress modestly and be ready to climb 272 steps to the main temple cave. The caves are the focus of the yearly Thaipusam festival.

Getting around

LRT, MRT, monorail and commuter trains cover the city, with KL Sentral as the main hub, and a non stop train links KL Sentral with Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Before you go

Entry and visas

Entry rules for Malaysia depend on your passport and can change. Check the official sources below before you book and again before you travel. If you need Malaysia's online arrival card, use only the Immigration Department's own website and avoid sites that ask for payment.

Health

See your doctor or a travel clinic a few weeks before you go. Highs are around 32 to 34°C all year, so drink plenty of water and use sun protection. Guard against mosquito bites, take care with food and water, avoid contact with animals and check air quality reports.

Money

Malaysia's currency is the ringgit (MYR). Carry cash for markets, food stalls and small shops, and ask your bank what your card costs to use abroad.

General information only, not legal or medical advice. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.

Checked on 14 October 2026

When to go

  1. JanuaryBest
  2. FebruaryBest
  3. March
  4. April
  5. May
  6. JuneBest
  7. JulyBest
  8. August
  9. September
  10. October
  11. NovemberNot ideal
  12. December

Kuala Lumpur is hot and wet all year. June to August are relatively dry, and June is usually the driest month. March to April and October to December are the wettest times, with November usually the wettest month.

Pictures of Kuala Lumpur

  • The golden statue of Murugan beside the painted steps at Batu Caves, below a limestone cliff covered in trees
    The statue of Murugan and the steps up to the temple caves at Batu Caves
  • The gateway sign of Petaling Street in Kuala Lumpur above stalls hung with red lanterns, with people walking past
    Stalls and red lanterns under the gateway to Petaling Street
  • A white arched footbridge over a still green stream in a Kuala Lumpur park, with trees and pink flowering shrubs
    A footbridge among trees and flowering shrubs in a Kuala Lumpur park
  • A copper dome and the clock tower of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur against a pale sky
    The copper domes and clock tower of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building

Questions about Kuala Lumpur

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What currency do I need in Kuala Lumpur?

Malaysia uses the Malaysian ringgit (MYR). Carry some cash for markets, food stalls and small shops, tell your bank before you travel, and check what your card charges for payments and withdrawals abroad.

What should I know before visiting Batu Caves?

Batu Caves is an active Hindu shrine about 13 km north of the city, so dress modestly and be ready to climb 272 steps to the main temple cave. The main shrine is dedicated to Murugan, whose large statue was unveiled there in 2006, and the caves are the focus of the yearly Thaipusam festival.

How do I get around Kuala Lumpur?

Trains are usually the simplest way: LRT, MRT, monorail and commuter lines cover the city and its suburbs, and KL Sentral is the main hub. A non stop airport train runs between KL Sentral and Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Do I need a visa to visit Malaysia?

It depends on your passport and the purpose of your trip, so check the official sources on this page before you book, and again shortly before you travel, as rules can change. The Immigration Department of Malaysia also runs an official online arrival card; if you need it, use only the department's own website.

Checked on 14 October 2026

When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

June to August is usually the best time, as these are the relatively dry months, with June the driest in the climate table. Rain falls all year, and the wettest times are usually March to April and October to December, with November the wettest month.

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