City Guide Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

I love KL

people is so nice in here, and there is too much to do in KL you can walk in the city for days and there is always something to do.

KL, relatively clean and hot!

KL is a great city for exploring, but it can be oppressively hot. The two major malls are a good source of refuge for the mid-day sun. The food choices throughout the city are amazing. From outside food stalls to restraunts, there are endless dining options for any budget. I am an avid runner and there is a great rubberized track that circles the park below the Patronas towers. It is about 1300m with good elevation gains and decents. Overall I loved KL :)

Insider Tip:If you are not Muslim it may take a little getting used to the culture. Most alcohol is between $3-$7 per drink, so pland accordingly.

Fun but wouldn't stay too long

There were great things to see here and it was really interesting. But aside from a few sites, I wouldn't stay very long. Other places in Malaysia to explore

Insider Tip:bargain with cabs before getting on

Stay for a few days to relax

We came here after India and finding clean rooms and technology everywhere was bliss. Get a hop on hop off bus ticket to see all of KL. But it is like any other major city - very metropolitan. If you are here to see the culture you need to step out. Otherwise its easy to get around and a lot of fun.

Insider Tip:Stay at Reggae Mansion

Bustling and breathtaking.

As a city. Kuala Lumpur has some breathtaking buildings and the night life is great. The cost of food is very cheap. The city itself is quite dirty and there is a lot of homeless people but again this can be the same in all cities. The people are very nice too!

Insider Tip:If you get a taxi, make sure you get a metered taxi as these are much less expensive than the driver giving you a figure before you get in. A journey that costs RM6 in a metered taxi will cost you RM40 in an un-metered taxi. Always ask the driver if he is metered before you get in.