The best way to know Malaysia is to be right in the thick of things. And how better to do this than to explore the must-visit places in Kuala Lumpur – from a vast array of incredible food (fine dining and street food), shopping (upmarket as well as the best bargains!) and meeting a host of people, locals and foreigners alike. The city streets are just bustling with excitement and there are so many fascinating things to experience and enjoy around you.

Whether you’re traveling with family or for work, on a long or short stay, KL surely has something to offer you. Here’s a handy list of places that you will want to check out:

Nearby Attractions: Berjaya Times Square Theme Park; Blastacars Malaysia Sungei Wang Plaza; Street Art on Jalan Alor, Jalan Berangan, Changkat, Jalan Rembia, and Tengkat Tong Shin; GMBB creative community mall; Japanese Lifestyle retail haven Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Kuala Lumpur; Camp5 Jumpa climbing gym Sungei Wang Plaza

Nearby Dining: Din Tai Fung, Pavilion; Hutong Lot 10; Nobu KLCC; Al Halabi Gourmet Pavilion; Bottega Mediterranea, Bukit Ceylon; Feeka Coffee Roasters Jln Mesui, Bukit Bintang; Sushi Azabu, Lot 10; El Cerdo Changkat Bukit Bintang; Bijan Fine Malay Cuisine Jalan Ceylon

Nearby Shopping: Lot 10; Pavilion KL; Berjaya Times Square; Sungei Wang Plaza, Starhill Gallery, Suria KLCC, Low Yat Plaza, Fahrenheit 88

Nearby Convenience Stores and Markets: ICC (Integrated Commercial Complex) Pudu, Giant Supermarket Sungei Wang Plaza, Mercato Pavilion KL, Cold Storage KLCC, Jaya Grocer Intermark Mall

Airports: KL International Airport (KUL) KLIA and KLIA2; Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang International Airport)