Kuala Lumpur's shopping and entertainment district encompasses several streets and a number of shopping centers, street markets, and many upscale cafés and restaurants. This is the area where many major celebrations take place during the year, including the New Year's countdown and the St. Patrick's Day parade and festivities.
These lovely botanical gardens are a must-do in KL. Formerly known as Lake Gardens, Perdana Botanic Gardens was the first large-scale recreational park in the city. It sits on 226 acres, and its lush greenery and colorful blooms make it one of the popular tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur.
Close to the Perdana Botanical Gardens is the National Museum, also known as the Muzium Negara. If you’re a history and culture buff, it’s my top recommendation for what to do in Kuala Lumpur! Not only is this museum a national landmark, but it has become part of the area’s national identity and the entrance fee is only MYR 5 ($1.20). The National Museum was completed six years after the country declared independence and sits on the site of the former Selangor Museum, which was destroyed during WWII.
Nusa Penida is a relatively undeveloped island southeast of mainland Kuala Lumpur. You won’t find all the snazzy beach clubs, organic cafes, or trendy restaurants that have become synonymous with Kuala Lumpur here. However, it does house some of the most photogenic sights in Kuala Lumpur.