Best Attractions in Kuala Lumpur | PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur | We Recommend

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From street dining to luxury shopping, Kuala Lumpur is a buzzing hub of unique experiences. Walk on the wild side with fascinating marine displays from the ocean, or go bargain hunting with locals at one of the many bustling night markets nearby. Whatever you’re looking for, PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur connects you to all that the city has to offer—and more.

Petaling Street, Chinatown

A slice of China just a short 10 minutes' drive from us. Enjoy the bustling atmosphere, delicious street food - and get ready to test your haggling skills with street vendors.

One of the oldest areas in Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown's history as a trading post stretches back more than one hundred years into the past. Today, the humble street where the Cantonese and Hakka communities set up shop many moons ago is one of Kuala Lumpur's main attractions and a fixture on the city's vibrant nightlife circuit. Decorated with elaborate shop house facades that pre-date the civil war and host to nightly markets that run until the crack of dawn, Chinatown is where history, modernity and culture converge. 

Whether you wait for the sun to set or decide to discover the markets by day, the wonders of Chinatown are best explored from a hotel near Petaling Street. Choose PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur for stylish, luxuriously furnished suites less than 10 minutes away when traveling by car.

Jalan Alor

Get your hands on Kuala Lumpur's most famous chicken wings and sambal-covered grilled seafood on this street popular with locals.

For travellers looking to grab a bite that's big on flavour and bank account friendly, Jalan Alor is a culinary paradise not to be missed. Once home to Kuala Lumpur's infamous red light district, the softly glowing lanterns that hang above this well-loved food street are now the only remnants of its precarious past. Thanks to a series of improvements by the city in recent years, this bustling boulevard is now known as the place for passers-by to get a taste of Malaysia's rich history and delightful cuisine all at once. 

Rivalling the likes of Chinatown's vibrant Petaling Street, Jalan Alor is arguably Kuala Lumpur's most famous foodie thoroughfare. With fluorescent signs and fragrant aromas beckoning visitors to each of the individual kiosks, there are plenty of dishes worth devouring at any one of these outlets.

Situated less than a kilometre away from this famed eating street, PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur is the perfect Jalan Alor.hotel. Only a short stroll away, guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the serene rooftop pool before diving back into the hustle and bustle for seconds at their favourite stall.

Central Market

Central Market (Pasar Seni) isn't only a tourist destination, but a celebration of everything Malaysian, complete with bargains for all shoppers.

Housed in one of the city's most well-known landmarks, Pasar Seni, otherwise known as Central Market, is a unique forum for visitors to engage with Malaysia's rich cultural heritage and thriving arts scene.

Travellers looking to explore the city's sights on foot should opt for a hotel near Central Market, like the exceptionally well-appointed PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur, from which visitors can take a short two kilometre stroll through Chinatown's vibrant Petaling Street to reach Pasar Seni. For those who'd rather save their energy for shopping, Central Market is conveniently located directly across from Pasar Seni Station and offers paid parking, making it easily accessible by bus, train or car.

Lake Gardens

A green oasis in the middle of KL city, enjoy fresh air and beautiful gardens with guided walks available daily on weekdays.

Officially renamed the Perdana Botanical Gardens in 1975, the Lake Gardens have seen numerous transformations since they were first established in 1888. Originally created to provide a public recreational space in the city's centre, recent years have seen the park's 92 hectares repurposed to house collections of rare fruit trees, herb gardens, fish ponds and waterfalls.

The Lake Gardens guided tours

Each weekday at 8:00am, visitors are invited to embark on a two hour guided walking tour through the Gardens in the company of a skilled guide. For travellers preferring to sight see at their own pace, the park is open daily from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Rent a bike and coast beneath leafy canopies or stroll through the Hibiscus Garden to see an elegant display of Malaysia's national flower.

Hotels near the Lake Gardens

After a day amid the greenery of the Lake Gardens, retreat to the conveniently located PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur. Take advantage of our in-room dining service and enjoy dinner in the comfort of your studio, one bedroom or two bedroom apartment with views overlooking the spectacular cityscape below.

Bukit Bintang

This vibrant shopping and entertainment hub in Kuala Lumpur is a must-visit destination. Feel the pulse of the city with its busy streets and great eats here.

Nestled in the heart of the Golden Triangle, Bukit Bintang is where to go if you've got your finger on the pulse of all things new and now. A shopper's sanctuary by day, a trip to Bukit Bintang after-dark leaves little doubt as to why it's the city's foremost destination for drinking, dining, dancing and more.

For all the comfort and convenience of home just steps away from the action, opt for a luxury serviced apartment in Bukit Bintang, like PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur. Located just a five minute walk from the heart of KL's bustling Bukit Bintang district, it's the ideal base to explore the area's numerous attractions at your own pace.

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Find 100 acres of prime retail, exhibition and parkland space and home to the world-famous Petronas Twin Towers.

Spanning nearly 100 acres of prime retail, exhibition and parkland space and home to the world-famous Petronas Twin Towers, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre has enough amenities to be a sought-after city in its own right. Playing host to major festivals and events all year-round to boot, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is a must-see for short-stay and long-stay travellers alike.

Travellers looking to enjoy KLCC and its surrounds can settle into a luxurious, open-concept apartment at PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur, one of the best located hotels near the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.