Kuala Lumpur Holidays

The bustling capital of Malaysia has all the components expected of an Asian city: towering sky scrapers, mega malls, busting street markets and lots of delicious cuisine to fuel days of exploration. Kuala Lumpur is a city packed with things to do and see. The capital is split into districts, with the most famous making up the Golden Triangle, where the primary shopping and nightlife areas can be found. The capital is relatively young, dating to the late 19th century when grand colonial buildings were erected. The modern capital quickly flourished, and the city became home to the world's tallest twin skyscrapers, an icon of 21st century architecture. If you can stand the heat, the city is best explored on foot; if not just to soak up city life but also to stay away from the relentless road traffic, spread across six lanes in some parts. Stroll the markets and barter with the dealers in Chinatown for an antique, or head to one of the slick megamalls to drift amongst the halls of designer shops. If you're searching for culture, you'll find an injection of colour in the mosques and temples, belonging to the local Chinese, Indian and Malay communities.

Kuala Lumpur holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur – Ipoh – Penang – Langkawi

    The Highlights of Malaysia - Neon-lit Streets, Foodie Feasts & Tropical Escapes

    Journey from the bright lights of Kuala Lumpur to the dreamy beaches of Langkawi, uncovering Malaysia’s greatest hits over 13 days

    13 days, from £3650 to £4500

  • One Country Singapore – Malaysia – Malacca – Kuala Lumpur – Taman Negara – Pulau Tengah

    Escape to Singapore and Malaysia - A Romantic Getaway for Two

    Dial up the romance on this 13-day trip to Singapore and Malaysia

    13 days, from £4250 to £5350

  • One Country Malaysia – Indonesia – Borneo

    Wildlife Wanderings - A Luxury Sabbatical in Malaysia and Indonesia

    Discover wonderful wildlife, lush jungle and pristine beaches on this month-long sabbatical across Malaysia and Indonesia

    30 days, from £11100 to £14400

Kuala Lumpur Guide

Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday

Foodies can eat their way through Kuala Lumpur, a melting pot of Asian culture and tradition. The city is home to a huge diversity of cuisine, from local to familiar. Try an authentic dish at a local eatery, dinner with a view at one of the chic sky scrapers, or head to the street markets and put your taste buds to the test with some deep fried chicken feet.

Kuala Selangor is an hour or so from the capital and home to the largest colonies of fireflies in the world. Head out on a night time river tour and gaze at this mesmerising spectacle as they twinkle amongst the mangroves.