Central District Travel Guide

Johor Bahru

Central District
Johor Bahru which includes bird life and zoo animals
Johor Bahru showing café lifestyle
Johor Bahru showing signage, a mosque and religious elements
Central District

Popular places to visit

Johor Bahru which includes a mosque and heritage architecture

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Visit the state mosque of Johor, a beautiful old building that was commissioned by a sultan and boasts a mix of architectural styles.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Johor Bahru showing café lifestyle as well as a couple

Danga Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Danga Bay during your travels in Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Danga Bay

Johor Bahru City Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular shopping spot in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Johor Bahru City Square

KSL City Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to KSL City Mall, a popular shopping spot in Johor Bahru. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

KSL City Mall

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex is just one of the places to see in Bukit Chagar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Komtar JBCC

During your visit to Bandar Johor Bahru, you can do some window-shopping at Komtar JBCC. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Komtar JBCC

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

฿77
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Johor Day Tour - Ostrich Farm, Beach, Waterfall, Fireflies [Car]

Johor Day Tour - Ostrich Farm, Beach, Waterfall, Fireflies [Car]

฿16,925
per adult
Johor Day Tour - Ostrich Farm, Beach, Waterfall, Fireflies [Car]
Sri Tanjung Leisure Farm

Johor Day Tour - Lasertag, Eco Farm, Go Kart [Car]

฿16,016
per adult
Johor Day Tour - Lasertag, Eco Farm, Go Kart [Car]
Johor Bahru Trishaw Tour

Johor Bahru Trishaw Tour

฿875
per adult
Johor Bahru Trishaw Tour
Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host

Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host

฿4,990
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host
Night Safari Singapore

Night Safari Singapore – Explore the World’s First Nocturnal Zoo

฿2,424
per adult
Night Safari Singapore – Explore the World’s First Nocturnal Zoo
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Top hotels in Central District

St. Giles Southkey

St. Giles Southkey

3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, Johor Bahru, Johor
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,071 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿3,071
฿3,393 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (787 reviews)
"The best hotel to stay in Johore Bahru at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

St. Giles Southkey
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
Menara Tiga Serangkai, Jalan Tengku Azizah, Johor Bahru, Johor
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
"Finding private transport from the hotel seems abit long and usually longer waiting time"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

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Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is ฿2,747 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿2,747
฿3,318 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Probably one of the nicer properties in the area and within walking distance of JBCC and CIty Square, which is great"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Amari Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 80000, Johor Bahru
The price is ฿2,685 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿2,685
฿3,245 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (632 reviews)
Overall an acceptable stay
"Good and comfortable stay but the lifts were not working unfortunately during our stay and it was a bit troublesome. But the hotel staff did their best to help us transfer to their service lift instead."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is ฿2,296 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿2,296
฿2,555 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly resort in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, water park access (surcharge) and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great property in Johor Bahru, within shopping mall and lots of dining options available. Highly recommended for couples, families, big group and tour groups"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

KSL Hotel & Resort
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

3.5 out of 5
82C Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Johor Bahru City Square and KSL ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (399 reviews)
Family July Trip
"location and staff is good. Need improvement on the all water tap for all shower and washing basin are not fixed properly.. Will consider staying in this hotel and hope to see improvement done."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
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Other neighbourhoods around Central District

Johor Bahru showing cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Taman Abad

While Taman Abad may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

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Taman Century

While visiting Taman Century, you might make a stop by sights like KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza.

Taman Century
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Taman Pelangi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Taman Pelangi and surrounding area, you can visit KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

Taman Pelangi
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Larkin

Visitors to Larkin like its museums and gardens, and Johor Golf and Country Club is a sight worth a stop.

Larkin
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Bandar Baru Uda

Travellers like the shopping in Bandar Baru Uda, and Angsana Johor Bahru Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bandar Baru Uda
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Tampoi

While there might not be top attractions in Tampoi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Angsana Johor Bahru Mall and Danga Bay.

Tampoi

Central District Travel Guide