Tanjung Aru Travel Guide
Kota Kinabalu
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Popular places to visit
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
1Borneo Hypermall
During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Top hotels in Tanjung Aru
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Excellent hotel service!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport.
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
No issues as described, great for being close to airport for an early start
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025
Rail Suite Aeropod
Very near to airport and parking provided. Owner very responsive and give clear instructions for check in. Room clean and neat. Around got many restaurants. Worth the price for stay!😊
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The best part about this property , besides r lush well kept landscaped gardens , the beautiful beach to view the sunset , is really the Malaysian hospitality . The staff genuinely try their best to help and make your stay as good as they can it . Special mention to Jerony Harvey & Azrul who gave ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru
Kepayan
When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City.
Kampung Air
Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Likas
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.
Alamesra
While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
Tanjung Aru Travel Guide
- Imago Shopping Mall
- Gaya Street Sunday Market
- Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
- Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
- Kota Kinabalu Central Market
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital
- Likas Stadium
- Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai
- Kompleks Asia City
- Hospital Wanita Dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah
- Sabah State Mosque
- Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center
- Oceanus Waterfront Mall
- Kompleks Karamunsing
- Dalit Beach
- Borneo Marine Research Institute
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