Setapak Travel Guide
Kuala Lumpur
Popular places to visit
Petronas Twin Towers
Enjoy the view from the observation deck on the 86th floor, atop the world’s tallest twin skyscrapers.
KLCC Park
Relax by the lake as you gaze at the city skyline or wander the grounds to see statues, water features and landscaped gardens.
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, a favourite shopping spot in Kuala Lumpur. Visit the spas and lively bars in this vibrant area.
Berjaya Times Square
Enjoy the thrills at Berjaya Times Square and see why this is a popular theme park in Kuala Lumpur. Visit the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.
Sunway Pyramid Mall
During your trip to Petaling Jaya, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Sunway Pyramid Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mid Valley Megamall
During your trip to Kuala Lumpur, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mid Valley Megamall. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
From Kuala Lumpur: City Tour with 21 Attractions
Plaza Premium Lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions
Top hotels in Setapak
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Rooms smaller and more dated than some newer hotels ( eg Grand Hyatt where we also stayed) but the breakfast and service impeccable and the best we experienced on our 2week trip. Swimming pool area as good , if not better than Grand Hyatt. The only negative is that the room doors are quite heavy ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
The only thing that I could say that was an inconvenience was that I couldn’t heat up my food. Please create another place just for people who can heat up their meals or milk etc Because sometimes we need to feed our children at odd hours or an elderly mother And it’s in conversation when someone ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Lovely hotel & amazing views of the towers! Very clean, helpful staff & great food choice at breakfast!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
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Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Greeted by a wonderful staff, we enjoyed our stay immensely at the Kuala Lumpur Hilton. The pool area is very clean and inviting the breakfast is a top 10 so many selections you’ll never get to them all very helpful Staff when we had some questions highly recommend and we will certainly visit ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Setapak
Kampung Baru
If you're passing through Kampung Baru, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Kampang Baru Station to see more of the area.
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.
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Kuala Lumpur City Centre. Check out top attractions like Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Suria KLCC Shopping Centre, and jump on the metro at Persiaran KLCC MRT Station or KLCC Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
