Things to Do in Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur's first large-scale recreational park, established in 1888, featuring sculpted gardens and various attractions. It serves as a peaceful escape from the city, located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

  • National Mosque of MalaysiaLandmark
  • Islamic Arts Museum MalaysiaArt Museum
  • Kuala Lumpur National Monument (Tugu Negara)Monument

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Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur

Top things to do in Lake Gardens

  • National Mosque of Malaysia

    National Mosque of Malaysia

    4.8 · 26.8k
    Landmark

    Hosting up to 15,000 worshippers, Malaysia's national mosque has gardens, a library & a prayer hall.

    Every day
    5:30 AM – 11 PM
  • Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia

    Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia

    4.7 · 5.9k
    Art Museum

    Contemporary museum offering displays of historical Islamic items, plus a restaurant & library.

    Every day
    9:30 AM – 6 PM
  • Kuala Lumpur National Monument (Tugu Negara)

    Kuala Lumpur National Monument (Tugu Negara)

    4.5 · 4.3k
    Monument

    Landmark national monument dedicated to the 11,000 lives lost during the Emergency.

  • Perdana Botanical Garden

    Perdana Botanical Garden

    4.5 · 28.0k
    Botanical Garden

    Botanical gardens featuring tropical plants & rare fruit trees, plus a fish pond, waterfall & cafe.

    Mon–Thu
    5:30 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    5:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    5:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    5:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Bamboo Playhouse

    Bamboo Playhouse

    4.5 · 346
    Botanical Garden

    A delightful architectural wonder awaits on a lake island in Kuala Lumpur’s oldest park.

  • KL Bird Park

    KL Bird Park

    4.4 · 16.5k
    Zoo & Aquarium

    Thousands of colourful birds in free-roaming areas, walk-through aviaries & traditional enclosures.

    Every day
    9 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Royal Malaysian Police Museum

    Royal Malaysian Police Museum

    4.5 · 835
    History Museum

    Modest museum showcasing exhibits with local police antiques, vehicles, uniforms & weaponry.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM

Where to eat & drink in Lake Gardens

  • Bakehouse by KLCG, BSAS

    Bakehouse by KLCG, BSAS

    4.9 · 1.1k
    Bakery· RM 20–40

    A bakery known for its cronuts, offering a menu that includes croissants and cakes.

  • Restoran Rebung Chef Ismail

    Restoran Rebung Chef Ismail

    4.3 · 4.7k
    Malaysian· RM 40–60

    Spacious spot with terrace seating, featuring traditional buffet fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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Map of Lake Gardens with pinned top attractions (1 through 9)
  1. 1National Mosque of Malaysia
  2. 2Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
  3. 3Kuala Lumpur National Monument (Tugu Negara)
  4. 4Perdana Botanical Garden
  5. 5Bamboo Playhouse
  6. 6Bakehouse by KLCG, BSAS
  7. 7KL Bird Park
  8. 8Royal Malaysian Police Museum
  9. 9Restoran Rebung Chef Ismail

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