Malaysia

Malaysia is a country that yields a rich mix of cultural attractions and rapidly expanding cities filled with skyscrapers. It's also a great place to experience various cultures, unique festivals, colourful markets, and atmospheric sites.

But these are not the only reasons Malaysia welcomes a steady stream of visitors. You can find cheap, tasty and varied food as well as charming Moghul, Malay, Victorian and modern architecture. Travellers are also enthralled by the white-sand beaches of famous islands such as Pulau Langkawi and Pulau Redang, as well as the lush rainforests of Borneo to the east. From bustling cities to stunning beaches, you will find a wide range of exotic experiences in Malaysia.

Top destinations in Malaysia

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Malacca
Malacca is the unofficial historical capital of Malaysia, serving as a link between east and west for over 500 years. It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system. Today, Malacca is a beautiful city that's rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures. You can...
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Penang
Penang is an exotic holiday destination with no shortage of cultural sights and natural scenery. The combination of British colonial...
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur has a cityscape filled with gleaming skyscrapers and colonial architecture. The capital of Malaysia is widely recognised for...
Langkawi
Langkawi is an archipelago made up of 99 islands on the west coast of Malaysia. Surrounded by the Andaman Sea,...

What to see & do in Malaysia

Where & what to eat in Malaysia

10 Great Malay Sweets
During Malaysia's colonial occupation by the British, teatime used to be a supremely important meal. Scones, cakes, and cookies would all be paraded in front of diners, making this one of the most colourful repasts of the day. Malaysian sweets...
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Kuala Lumpur
The best things to do after dinner in Kuala Lumpur offer a winning combination of lively and friendly ambience, with...
10 Great Restaurants In Kuala Lumpur
Great restaurants in Kuala Lumpur offer a genuinely cosmopolitan dining experience. Whether you are looking to tuck into hearty comfort...

Where to shop & what to buy in Malaysia

10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Kuala Lumpur
Some of the best places to go shopping in Kuala Lumpur are modern malls. It should come as no surprise that the Malaysian capital takes retail therapy seriously, with major malls found within the heart of the city, while the...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Penang
The best places to go shopping in Penang range from malls with exciting basement clubs and live puzzle rooms to...
9 Best Places to Go Shopping in Langkawi
Shopping in Langkawi is one of the most popular reasons to visit the tropical island. It has a large concentration...

Where to go & what to do at night in Malaysia

10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Kuala Lumpur
The best things to do after dinner in Kuala Lumpur offer a winning combination of lively and friendly ambience, with talented DJs spinning dance-worthy tunes. The city is teeming with bars, pubs and clubs on the streets, and swanky rooftop...
8 Best Nightlife Experiences in Changkat Bukit Bintang
Changkat Bukit Bintang nightlife is all the rage in Kuala Lumpur and it is well-regarded as the ‘it’ party venue...
8 Best Rooftop Bars in Kuala Lumpur
Great rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur range from classy ristorantes to cocktail lounges, all nestled atop high-rise structures. Our favourites...

Useful information

Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT)
The Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT) is a public rail transport service that runs 2 major routes, the Kelana Jaya LRT line and Ampang LRT line. The Kelana Jaya LRT line operates an approximate 27-km course from north to south,...
Getting Around Langkawi
Getting around Langkawi is relatively easy, thanks to a rather efficient network of roads leading to prominent beaches and resorts....
Getting Around Penang
Getting around Penang is relatively easy, as various parts of the island are connected with paved roadways. However, its high...