Chinatown Travel Guide
Kuala Lumpur
Popular places to visit
Petaling Street Market
Wander from stall to stall sampling delicious food, haggle for clothes and accessories, and people-watch in one of Kuala Lumpur’s best-known shopping streets.
Central Market
During your trip to Kuala Lumpur, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Central Market. Wander through the Chinatown and picturesque gardens in this vibrant area.
Merdeka 118
Merdeka 118 is just one of the places to see in Kuala Lumpur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area.
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
After visiting Sri Mahamariamman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Chan She Shu Yuen Temple
After visiting Chan She Shu Yuen Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Wander through the Chinatown and picturesque gardens in this vibrant area.
Sin Sze Si Ya Temple
After visiting Sin Sze Si Ya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Things to do
From Kuala Lumpur: City Tour with 21 Attractions
Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions
Kuala Lumpur: City Tour & Batu Caves Combo
Genting Highlands Escape with Awana Cable Car Experience
Kuala Lumpur: Malacca Day Trip with River Cruise and Lunch
From Kuala Lumpur: Colmar Tropicale and Batu Caves Day Trip
Top hotels in Chinatown
Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
Room was clean & staff were friendly
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
I had a relaxing and enjoyable stay in KL, with excellent service from the moment I arrived—friendly, attentive, and always helpful. The room was spotless, comfortable, and offered a superb view. The location is a big plus, within walking distance of Petaling Street and Chinatown, perfect for local ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
The only advantage of this hotel is their location next to the KL Sentral MRT station, offering a direct 30 minutes express train to the airport. An average hotel in every aspect, the room is literally bare offering only essential.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
Nice and pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Medan Tuanku
Get to know Medan Tuanku and its many features like its monuments and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Merdeka Square and SOGO, and you can jump on the metro at Bandaraya Station or Plaza Rakyat Station to get around the city.
Bukit Ceylon
Bukit Ceylon is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Changkat Bukit Bintang, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Bukit Bintang
Bukit Bintang is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Berjaya Times Square, and you can get around town on the metro at Bukit Bintang Station.
Golden Triangle
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Pavilion Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur Tower – discover Golden Triangle, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kuala Lumpur Sentral
If you're spending some time in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral and NU Sentral are top sights worth seeing.
Chow Kit
Chow Kit is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Chow Kit Night Market and Sunway Putra Mall. See more of Kuala Lumpur by jumping on the metro at PWTC Station or Putra KTM Komuter Station.
