How to get around Kuala Lumpur

 The cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur offers much to explore for those traversing this bustling city. From sightseeing and shopping to entertainment and foodie delights there is something new to discover around every street corner. Of course, if you want to experience the many attractions in Kuala Lumpur, you should have a good idea of the various transport services on offer; here are some of the main available options.

By Light Rail Transit

Amongst the most popular modes of transport in Kuala Lumpur, the Light Rail Transit or LRT offers an ideal way to get around the city centre. This train service is not only cost-effective but also has stations within easy reach of many key attractions. While it has connections to areas outside the city centre as well, it may not always provide direct access to particular places; in such instances, you can look to take a taxi from the station or if it isn’t too far, walk to your intended destination.

By KL Monorail

                                        KL Monorail| Img by: Descon7 via Wikimedia Commons


This is another train system network which offers convenient connections. This intra-city train line links KL Sentral Station which is the city’s main transport hub with Titiwangsa, located on the outskirts. Depending on your itinerary, you can use the KL Monorail to easily access certain sites of interest. This service operates from six in the morning till midnight with monorail trains arriving quite frequently (every five minutes or so) during peak hours.

By Mass Rapid Transit

When it comes to sightseeing in the city centre, another well-known mode of transport is the Mass Rapid Transit or MRT train system. Apart from providing direct access to key attractions like the Central Market and National Museum, the MRT is also perfect for shopaholics since it has connections to some of the premier malls in KL. What’s more, it has stations in the popular Bukit Bintang area; home to accommodation options the likes of The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel, this locale is the entertainment and shopping hub in the city offering much to experience.

By Go KL City Bus

If you are looking for an alternative to train travel to enjoy the many things to do in Kuala Lumpur, then make use of the bus services. For tourists, one of the most popular and easy to use service is undoubtedly the Go KL City Bus which is offered for free! You can board these buses (they are pink in colour) at various stops and enjoy connections to major tourist hotspots; from shopping at leading malls and looking for the best restaurant in Bukit Bintang to exploring Chinatown and KLCC home to the PETRONAS Twin Towers, the Go KL City Bus is perfect for sightseeing.

By KL Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

While this is not a free bus service, it is well worth considering too since you not only get connections to more than 70 tourist attractions but live crew commentaries too. These double-decker buses come with open decks so you can easily take in the sights and both 24-hour and 48-hour tickets are available. It also offers more convenience since you can hop-on and hop-off these buses anywhere along the routes which cover places like Bukit Bintang, the Central Market, Little India and KLCC.

By Taxis

Taxis provide a comfortable and easy way to get around Kuala Lumpur especially when it comes to places which may not have direct access via public transport. If you are hailing a taxi from the road do ensure it has a working meter. An alternative to this, which is popular amongst locals too, is to make use of ride-hailing apps; options include Grab, EzCab and Uber though you will need mobile data or access to Wi-Fi on your smartphone to use them.

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