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Housed in a beautiful Minangkabau-style building in Kuala Lumpur, the National Museum (Muzium Negara) details Malaysia’s rich history and diverse cultural heritage. Spanning the prehistoric age to present day, four distinctive galleries exhibit fascinating artifacts such as Palaeolithic-era tools thought to be more than 200,000 years old.

Perdana Botanical Gardens, Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, 50566

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Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Experience the unique blend of modern, historic, secular, and religious sights found in Kuala Lumpur during this half-day sightseeing tour. Explore iconic landmarks like the sky-high Petronas Towers, see the country’s National Mosque and explore the exquisite architecture of the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, plus much more. Upgrade to explore the city on a private tour sith a private driver.

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Small-Group Kuala Lumpur Half-Day City Tour

Small-Group Kuala Lumpur Half-Day City Tour

See the major landmarks of the Malaysian capital with a small group on a guided half-day tour of Kuala Lumpur. Highlights include the Petronas Twin Towers, Royal King's Palace (Istana Negara), Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka), the National Mosque of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and Thean Hou Temple. Learn about the city's history from your guide on a tour that provides a comprehensive introduction to Kuala Lumpur—great for people who have limited time. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off; monument admission fees at own expense.

3 hours
Free Cancellation

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Famous Landmarks

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Famous Landmarks

See Kuala Lumpur highlights on a private tour that includes Istana Negara, Petronas Twin Towers, the National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and much more. For travelers with limited time, or those who simply want to get their bearings in Kuala Lumpur’s bustling center, this private tour is a personalized introduction to local history, culture, and religion, covering top destinations in just half a day of exploring.

3 to 4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour (SIC - Join In Tour)

Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour (SIC - Join In Tour)

Highlight • Explore Kuala Lumpur's top sights during a half-day sightseeing tour • Discover a unique blend of Muslim, Chinese, Indian, and European culture • Visit beautiful monuments like the royal residence of the Istana Negara • Take a souvenir photo in front of the Petronas Twin Towers • Choice of morning or afternoon departure • Instant confirmation • Perfect introduction for first-time visitors Know before you go : • Please note this tour does not include a visit to observation deck of the Petronas Twin Towers • Bring a hat/cap, sunglasses and sunblock lotion recommended • This tour is not private and may include other guests ** BLACK-OUT DATE :KL Marathon Events(N/A), Road Cycling Events(N/A), Malaysia’s National Day

3 hours 30 minutes
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Kuala Lumpur City Full Day Tour with 23 Famous Landmarks

Kuala Lumpur City Full Day Tour with 23 Famous Landmarks

See more of Kuala Lumpur in less of the time on this convenient door-to-door guided tour. Visit the National Museum, the Petronas Twin Towers, Little India, the Batu Caves, the National Mosque, and the National Monument, and watch pewter craftspeople and batik artists at work. Upgrade to include tickets to the KL Tower (Menara Kuala Lumpur) observation deck.

8 hours
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Price varies by group size

Batu Caves Private Tour with Pick-up from Kuala Lumpur

Batu Caves Private Tour with Pick-up from Kuala Lumpur

Take in the impressive sights at Batu Caves off the beaten track on this half-day private tour with a personal local guide. You'll also get a chance to see the Lord Murugan Statue, a must-see attraction. Private transport is included from centrally located hotels in Kuala Lumpur.

4 hours
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Price varies by group size

Half Day City Tour ( 4 hours )

Half Day City Tour ( 4 hours )

Even if you’ve only got a few hours in Kuala Lumpur, this half-day sightseeing tour provides a stress-free overview of Malaysia’s capital city. A guide reveals insider information on the cosmopolitan metropolis of KL as you travel between top attractions, including the Petronas Twin Towers, Chinatown, and the National Mosque (Masjid Negara), in air-conditioned comfort. Plus, you can choose between a morning or afternoon start time to suit your schedule.

3 hours 30 minutes
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Price varies by group size

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Experience the unique blend of modern, historic, secular and religious sights found in Kuala Lumpur during this half-day sightseeing tour. Explore iconic landmarks like the sky-high Petronas Towers, see the country’s National Mosque and explore the exquisite architecture of the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, plus much more. A driver and round-trip hotel transport are also included. - Explore Kuala Lumpur's top sights during a sightseeing tour - Discover the unique blend of Muslim, Chinese, Indian and European culture found in this cosmopolitan city - Check out the towering glass and steel facades of the Petronas Towers - Experience a slice of Malaysian religious life at the National Mosque and Thean Hou Temple - Visit beautiful monuments like Istana Negara (King's Palace) and Kuala Lumpur Railway Station - Learn about Malaysian history at the National Museum and at the National Monument - Great way to explore Kuala Lumpur's history, religious traditions and architecture

3 hours 30 minutes
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Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur (17 Attractions) Sightseeing Tour from Port Klang

Kuala Lumpur (17 Attractions) Sightseeing Tour from Port Klang

Make the most of a short time on land with this private shore excursion to Kuala Lumpur from Port Klang. There's no need to haggle with taxi drivers as port transfers are included. Visit a variety of cultural and natural highlights, including the Petronas Twin Towers, the Royal Selangor Centre, the Batu Caves, and more.

6 to 7 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

History, Heritage & Culture Of Malaysia Tour

History, Heritage & Culture Of Malaysia Tour

This 4-hour tour of Kuala Lumpur gives you the opportunity to see the major landmarks and monuments of the Malaysian capital. Visit the National Museum,Royal Museum,Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia,National Textiles Museum, and more. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Private Guided Kuala Lumpur Day Trip With Petronas Twin Towers

Private Guided Kuala Lumpur Day Trip With Petronas Twin Towers

Discover Kuala Lumpur with a personal guide on a full-day tour of the city’s top sites, from Petronas Twin Towers to the shrines at Batu Caves. Climb into cave temples with great views, soar to the Petronas Twin Towers’ observation deck, tour the National Museum and downtown sites, and more. Traveling through the city with a private driver makes this a convenient way to explore, with skip-the-line admission to the towers and round-trip transport from hotels in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya.

8 hours

Price varies by group size

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Half Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Half Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

If you’ve just arrived in Kuala Lumpur, get your bearings in the bustling Asian metropolis with ease on a half-day city tour—the ideal choice for travelers short on time. Cover more sights in less time as you travel between top attractions such as the Petronas Towers and National Mosque in an air-conditioned vehicle.

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour by Asni

Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour by Asni

•Rich with Heritage Building, Architectural icon, Ancient Landmarks & Colonial Structure. •A Lot of Unique Places to See and Visit. •Choose Between Morning and Afternoon Departures

3 hours 30 minutes
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Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour

Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour

Join this small group tour and cover most of the top attractions of Kuala Lumpur over half a day. You’ll see skyscrapers, historical sites, street markets, colonial buildings, Thean Hou Temple, the King’s Palace and many more places. Round trip transportation from your hotel is also included, so you don’t need to worry about navigating the city to find your guide.

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Fascinating Kuala Lumpur Tour with 13 Famous Landmarks

Fascinating Kuala Lumpur Tour with 13 Famous Landmarks

Snap up Kuala Lumpur’s star attractions in under half a day on this door-to-door private sightseeing tour. See religious structures like the National Mosque and Thean Hou Temple, architectural wonders including the Petronas Twin Towers and the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and patriotic sights such as the King’s Palace, the National Monument, and the National Museum. Please note: tour excludes any entrance fees that may be payable.

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur Amazing Full-Day Cruise Excursion Tour From Port Klang

Kuala Lumpur Amazing Full-Day Cruise Excursion Tour From Port Klang

MEET OUR ENGLISH-SPEAKING DRIVER AT THE PORT ARRIVAL HALL. THIS FULL-DAY EXPERIENCE OFFERS TRAVELERS A UNIQUE LOOK AT THE CAPITAL OF MALAYSIA, INCLUDING LANDMARKS, HISTORY, CULTURE AND FOOD. ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF PRIVATE TRANSPORT TO PLACE LIKE THE NATIONAL MOSQUE, PETRONAS TWIN TOWERS AND KING’S PALACE. VISIT BATU CAVES, ISTANA NEGARA, AND MORE. PASS A MYRIAD OF MONUMENTS AND STOP AT MAJOR POINTS OF INTEREST FOR PHOTOS. YOU’RE FREE TO EMBRACE THE EXPERIENCE, AS YOUR DRIVER MONITORS TRAFFIC TO ENSURE YOU’RE BACK IN TIME FOR DEPARTURE. PORT PICK-UP & DROP-OFF INCLUDED

6 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Malaysia National Museum with Kuala Lumpur City Famous Landmarks

Malaysia National Museum with Kuala Lumpur City Famous Landmarks

Known locally as Muzium Negara, the National Museum holds a wide range of relics telling the stories of Malaysian history and culture. On this roughly four hour tour, explore the National Museum and several other historical monuments and buildings in Kuala Lumpur without exhausting yourself walking around in the Malaysian heat. Stop at the National Monument and Merdeka Square, both important monuments to Malaysia’s struggle for independence, and visit the beautiful Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the impressive Istana Negara.

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge, KL Tower, and Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge, KL Tower, and Kuala Lumpur City Tour

See Kuala Lumpur's biggest attractions on this half-day city tour that includes trips up the Petronas Twin Towers and Menara Kuala Lumpur (aka KL Tower) for sky-high views. Other sights you'll see include the National Museum and historical buildings like the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. Includes admission fees, transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off, and a choice between a morning or afternoon departure.

4 to 6 hours

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Private Tour : Discover the History, Heritage & Culture of Malaysia

Private Tour : Discover the History, Heritage & Culture of Malaysia

Whether you’re traveling to a tight schedule or you’ve just touched down in Malaysia, this half-day tour of Kuala Lumpur’s best museums and galleries is a great way to discover Malaysia’s history and culture without losing track of the time. Explore the Royal Museum, formerly the palace of the Supreme King of Malaysia; see and hear Malaysia’s many stories at the National Museum; and see ancient Malaysian artworks at the Islamic Arts Museum and the National Textile Museum.

4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Explore the Wonders of Kuala Lumpur -Twin Towers,National Museum,Royal Museum

Explore the Wonders of Kuala Lumpur -Twin Towers,National Museum,Royal Museum

First-time visitors to Kuala Lumpur who are short on time will enjoy this convenient half-day intro tour. Visit some of the capital’s cultural and architectural highlights, including the National Museum and the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. Your driver will transfer you from place to place so there’s no need to catch crowded, uncomfortable public transport.

4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur City Tour with Bodyguard/Escort

Kuala Lumpur City Tour with Bodyguard/Escort

Enjoy your half day Kuala Lumpur city tour with us, including special escort from the bodyguard. Have you ever wonder to have a tour while having the best security on your side? Then hop on to our tours with bodyguard. You could explore worry free in Kuala Lumpur. We cover more attractions than ever by the main city. Contrast the magnificent skyscrapers and upscale shopping malls with the colonial buildings and atmospheric street markets. Highlights See Kuala Lumpur's top historical sites in just half a day Stop at the Thean Hou temple,King’s Palace,Merdeka Square and many more! Relax with round-trip transportation covered With a strong security, stroll through the tour worry free! Bodyguard/Escort will help you with almost everything, personal assistance, and local host Bodyguard come with full uniform, bush jacket

4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Kuala Lumpur City Most Iconic Landmarks Tour

Kuala Lumpur City Most Iconic Landmarks Tour

Acquaint yourself with the metropolitan city that boasts a wealth of culture and heritage with this private or join tour through Kuala Lumpur. You can visit divine shrines, majestic palaces, and vintage structures in this fast-growing city, with its contrast of rustic and modern in equal parts. - Iconic landscapes & structures throughout Kuala Lumpur - A look at Indo-Moorish architecture in the National Museum - Chance to view the new Istana Negara Grand Sultan's Palaces - Verdant paradise & beautiful lake at the National Mosque - Impressive, iconic twin skyscrapers of the Petronas Towers

3 to 4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Private Tour to Kuala Lumpur City 13 Famous Landmarks

Private Tour to Kuala Lumpur City 13 Famous Landmarks

This 3.5-hour tour of Kuala Lumpur gives you the opportunity to see the major landmarks and monuments of the Malaysian capital. Visit the Petronas Twin Towers, King’s Palace, Merdeka (Independence) Square, the National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and more. Round-trip hotel transport is included, but admission fees are your own expense. - Kuala Lumpur’s architectural icon—the Petronas Twin Towers - Chance to see new construction & historic buildings - Opportunity to browse for souvenirs & try chocolate - National Mosque, National Museum & the iconic Railway Station - Route includes Istana Negara, residence of Malaysia's king

3 to 4 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Half Day City Tour-Xmas Special (25 Dec Only)

Half Day City Tour-Xmas Special (25 Dec Only)

This 3 hour tour of Kuala Lumpur gives you the opportunity to see the major landmarks and monuments of the Malaysian capital. Visit the Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC Park, King’s Palace, Merdeka (Independence) Square, the National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and more. Round-trip hotel transport is included, but admission fees are your own expense. • Kuala Lumpur’s architectural icon—the Petronas Twin Towers • Chance to see new construction & historic buildings • Opportunity to browse for souvenirs & try chocolate • National Mosque, National Museum & the Central Market • Route includes Istana Negara, residence of Malaysia's king

3 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

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Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour
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Half-Day Kuala Lumpur City Famous Landmarks
Kuala Lumpur Half Day City Tour (SIC - Join In Tour)

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