Kuala Lumpur · MUSEUMS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 4 museum visits justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Spend 90 minutes exploring UR-MU in Bukit Bintang, a five-level private art museum filled with contemporary works, sculptures, eclectic objects, and clear placard notes. Finish at the rooftop sculpture lounge, where Menara Kuala Lumpur provides a memorable backdrop.
“Interesting museum. Some thought provoking works. Nicely displayed art with writings on the placards.”
You’ll tour Kuala Lumpur by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, stopping at the Petronas Towers, Merdeka Square, National Mosque, National Museum, National Monument, King’s Palace, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, craft shops, and a chocolate gallery. Hotel pickup is included within central Kuala Lumpur.
“We were disappointed for several reasons : 1/ the tour started 45' late because someone in the bus claimed his phone had been stolen, and after a while the guide wanted to go but could not make himself respected and did not manage to prevent that person lifting hands on the driver, so basically we were nt reassured when it started (without that person). 2/ he explanations and comments from the guide were extremely poor. 3/ we had to see two uninteresting places (shops) to start the tour, and were left with ridiculously too little time for the nicest part of the tour, the Independence Square, which was left as…”
Travel from Kuala Lumpur to historic Malacca in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Walk through old Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, and Malay quarters, ride a trishaw, visit Cheng Ho Cultural Museum, and explore Jonker Street with a guide such as Michelle or David.
“We had a wonderful experience while visiting Malacca. This is all thanks to our guide David who is extremely passionnate about passing on the history and multi cultures in Malaysia and Malacca. Having David taking us in the right spots and explaining to us more about the country history made the whole difference. Thanks again David !”
Spend about three and a half hours with an English-speaking driver, starting at the Islamic Arts Museum before visiting the National Palace, National Monument, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, and Merdeka Square. Private hotel transfers keep the outing easy, while guide Aris is noted for helpful local recommendations.
“Thanks for your kindness and support The Driver was very good and helpful abd the trip was good and save”
Pick a hill, a shrine or a street of grills.
