A weekend in KL doesn’t have to be expensive. There are several FREE places to visit in Kuala Lumpur that allow you to still have fun while saving that extra money. From taking a breath in nature to appreciating arts in the museums, Kuala Lumpur is a place that has a lot to offer!
Free Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur
1. Wander around the Perdana Botanical Garden
The Perdana Botanical Garden features a collection of tropical plants, surrounded by lake and mini waterfall. Fresh air and a relaxing ambience are what you can expect here. Most importantly, it’s a perfect place for a nature-themed Instagram post!
Visiting hours: 7.00 am to 8.00 pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free
2. A walk at the KL Forest Eco Park
The KL Forest Eco Park is a natural rainforest situated in the heart of the city. You get to explore nature while walking through the jungle trails, which also features the Kuala Lumpur canopy walk and city views. If you are lucky, monkeys will even greet you when you visit!
Visiting hours: 7.00 am to 6.00 pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free for Malaysians
3. Climb the rainbow stairs at Batu Caves
Batu Caves is one of the top tourist attractions in Malaysia and it’s free to visit too! At the entrance, you will see the magnificent and iconic statue of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan. It is an unmissable experience to climb the rainbow stairs as well as appreciate the historic beauty of the Hindu shrine.
A healing experience during the weekends.
Side note: Monkeys might be there too!
Visiting hours: 6.00 am to 9.00 pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free
4. Clear your mind at Thean Hou Temple
Thean Hou Temple is one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. The temple has a vibrant appearance, with a mix of traditional and modern architecture, bring out your inner peace while visiting the temple.
Visiting hours: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm daily except Monday
Entrance Fee: Free
5. Enjoy arts at the National Art Gallery
The National Art Gallery features an exhibition of over 2,500 pieces of artwork by local and foreign artists. If you have a thing for paintings and arts, this 4-story gallery will offer you a peace of mind. On top of that, it’s a place for you to take unique photos with the artwork as your background. Confirm up your Instagram game!
Visiting hours: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm daily except Monday
Entrance Fee: Free
6. Enjoy an interactive experience at Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
An interactive exhibit of pewter manufacturing is what you can expect at the Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre. Whether it is a trip with friends or families, this is where you can tour to appreciate the extensive displays of pewter craftsmanship and witness the process of metalworking. The fun part is, you can shop for the final product such as pewter merchandise to silver and gold jewellery at their retail store!
Visiting hours: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free
7. Understand the Malaysian economy at Bank Negara Malaysia Museum
Walls full of significant details of the Malaysian economy and Ringgit Malaysia. You will learn about the economic history of Malaysia with interactive games and activities. It features the Economics Gallery, Islamic Finance Gallery, Numismatics Gallery as well as Children’s Gallery. For certain, the museum is also known as one of the best places to take photos!
However, according to their website, the museum is temporarily closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, you will have to check its reopening date before visiting.
Visiting hours: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm daily except Monday
Entrance Fee: Free
8. Walkthrough history at Dataran Merdeka
Dataran Merdeka is one of the most important landmarks in the country. This is where Malaysian independence was declared in 1957. Feel the pride of Malaysia, this historic location is a must-visit for Malaysians and even foreign tourists!
Visiting hours: All day
Entrance Fee: Free
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