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
Historical Malacca Guided Day Tour (Shared Tour)
From Kuala Lumpur: City Tour with 21 Attractions
Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions
Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions (SIC)
Kuala Lumpur: Putrajaya Tour with Traditional Boat Cruise
Top hotels in Chinatown
Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
Excellent breakfast, need to add more vegetarian option's
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
This hotel was one of the best hotels we have stayed in. Very affordable luxury. The room was 10/10. In a different booking the room did smell a bit like wet carpet, however after running the very powerful aircon the room smelled a bit less. Our room was spacious, if we wanted more water or towels ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
Very clean
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Pros: 3 adult stayed in club room. Got upgraded to twin tower view room. Mai and her team in club room were brilliant. Free laundry limited to 5 items per day is such a god sent. Checked in at club room is a plus. Huge club lounge with fab views. Cons: no more premium champagne which we were looking ...
Reviewed on 10 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 Bintang
Bukit Bintang is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Changkat Bukit Bintang, and you can get around town on the metro at Bukit Bintang Station.
Tasik Perdana
If you're spending some time in Tasik Perdana, Perdana Botanical Gardens and Kuala Lumpur Sentral are top sights worth seeing.
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.
