Best of Kuala Lumpur City Tour Including National Museum and National Monument

3.1
(23 reviews)

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

See the highlights of Kuala Lumpur on this sightseeing coach tour. Visit the National Monument, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the National Museum, and make photo stops at the Petronas Twin Towers, King's Palace (Istana Negara) and the National Mosque of Malaysia (Masjid Negara). Your knowledgeable guide will point out the many contrasts of Malaysia's capital city, as seen in its colonial and modern architecture. You’ll also explore the Kuala Lumpur Craft Centre and the Cocoa Boutique to browse authentic Malaysian goods and crafts.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local English speaking driver/guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Entrance Fees (Museum Negara-RM5 per person)
Supplement pick-up & drop-off at hotels located outside within city limits

Meeting and pickup

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

Departs from your central Kuala Lumpur hotel. You can select which hotel when you book. After booking, please contact the local tour operator directly to reconfirm pickup time and location.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Petronas Twin Towers

    photo stop. Petronas Twin Tower is world's tallest tower.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Dataran Merdeka

    photo stop. The Merdeka Square is located exactly opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and right beside the Royal Selangor Club. This is the 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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    National Mosque (Masjid Negara)

    photo stop. The monumental National Mosque was built in 1963 to celebrate the independence of Malaysia. It is one of the largest mosque in Southeast Asia which can accommodate up to 15,000 people. The 18-pointed star dome represent the 13 states of Malaysia and five pillars of Islam. The main dome was once pink concrete, underwent a major renovation is now clad with blue and green tiles. There is only one 75 feet minaret that sound the call to prayer. National Mosque is located at the heart of the Kuala Lumpur city.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Sprawling craft center housed in Malay-style buildings, offering a range of traditional handicrafts.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Muzium Negara

    An excellent introduction to Malaysia’s history, economy, geography, arts, crafts and culture

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Sultan Abdul Samad Building

    Photo stop. The distinguished landmark originally served as the secretariat for the colonial British administration.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    National Monument

    photo stop. The National Monument (Tugu Negara) is made in remembrance of the fallen ‘soldiers’ during the fight for freedom to independence in Malaysia. It represents the fallen soldiers during the 2nd World War, when Japan occupied this part of Southeastern Asia (next to that also the repelling of communism is often mentioned).

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Istana Negara

    photo stop. The Istana Negara is the official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the monarch of Malaysia.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    your travel partner.

    Admission ticket free
  • 9

    a chocolate gallery where you can find varieties of chocolates of different forms and shape.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off service operates only for hotels within the Kuala Lumpur central city limits. If you are staying at the following hotels, please either make your own way to a hotel in central Kuala Lumpur or contact the local tour operator after booking to arrange pickup service for an additional fee (contact info will be provided on your confirmation voucher):
  • Greater Kuala Lumpur: Le Meridien, Hilton, Cititel, Boulevard MidValley, Pearl International, Eastin Hotel Petaling Jaya, Crystal Crown, Armada, Holiday Villa Subang, Grand Dorset Subang, Petaling Jaya Hilton, Sunway Lagoon, One World Damansara
  • Sri Kembangan: Palace of the Golden Horses
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
City Tours
Small Group
Additional fees
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Cancellation Policy

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

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