The Best of Kuala Lumpur Culture and Heritage Iconic Locations

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Kuala Lumpur's rich historical heritage, age-old traditions, peculiar customs and more on the half day Culture and Heritage Tour. Experience a diverse mix of cultures that make Kuala Lumpur the exciting and versatile city that it is and peek into its intricate and exciting past. On this tour, you will get to visit one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Malaysia, the oldest Hindu Temple in Kuala Lumpur as well as the city's oldest Taoist temple, Sze Yeh Temple. Swing by the Kuala Lumpur Central Market and explore the bustling Chinatown, the perfect place to polish your bargaining skills.
- Dive into history and tradition of Kuala Lumpur, getting to know the city's unique mixed background
- Visit Kuala Lumpur's oldest Buddhist, Hindu and Taoist temples
- Shop till you drop at the Central Market and Chinatown
- Watch how Kuala Lumpur's many cultures, religions and traditions co-exist peacefully within a step of each other

What's Included

Private transportation
English Speaking Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (5km radius from KLCC). You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. An additional surcharge of USD 15 per person for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Sri Maha Mariamman Temple

    Visit 6 of Kuala Lumpur's most iconic locations. Start your journey with a spiritual touch at the Sri Maha Mariamman Hindu Temple, which was built in the 18th century as a place of worship for early Indian immigrants

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Chan See Shu Yuen Temple

    Next, see the open courtyards and beautiful exterior wall decoration reminiscent of China at the Chan See Shu Yuen Temple an ancestral Chinese clan home

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Central Market Kuala Lumpur

    Central Market - (Build in 1930) Check out Central Market, filled with antique items and charming crafts.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Sin Sze Si Ya Temple

    Sze Yeh Temple - (Build in 1880) Afterwards, stop by other spiritual grounds at Sze Yeh Temple

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Jamek Mosque

    Jamek Mosque (closed on Friday - will have a look from the outside only) (North India Islamic architecture) and marvel at the beautiful architecture and soothing atmosphere of the Jamek Mosque

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Chinatown

    China Town - (pre - war building) Don't miss the opportunity for souvenir shopping at the famed Chinatown, situated on Petaling Street with lovely local handicrafts, fabrics, and other local trinkets before returning to your hotel.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Asni Experiences

    Tour operator

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
Supplied by Malaysia Tours by Travel Yamu

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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