Tanjung Aru Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant island.
A beach with people playing in the water and a plane on the runway in the background.
A calm sea with two small islands and a pink and purple sky.

Stay near popular Tanjung Aru attractions

Tanjung Aru Perdana Park

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Explore the great outdoors at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience

Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience

฿686
per traveller
Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour

Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour

฿2,298
per adult
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

฿755
per traveller
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Sabah: Weston Wetland River Cruise with Dinner

Sabah: Weston Wetland River Cruise with Dinner

฿2,011
per adult
Sabah: Weston Wetland River Cruise with Dinner
Kota Kinabalu: Mangrove Cruise with Dinner & Fireflies

Kota Kinabalu: Mangrove Cruise with Dinner & Fireflies

฿1,806
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Mangrove Cruise with Dinner & Fireflies
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

฿2,085
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
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Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

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A mosque with a large dome and minarets, reflecting in a calm body of water.
Photo by Aileen Adalid
Open Photo by Aileen Adalid

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 Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

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.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit 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.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tanjung Aru Travel Guide