9 Things to Do in Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur
What is Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park Most Famous For?
Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur, also known as Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park, offers hours of fun activities and sightseeing opportunities for visitors, including nature lovers and families with young children. This sprawling 227-acre park is in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and can be accessed via bus, taxi, or KTM rail services.
The entire area is relatively flat, with numerous walking paths and trees providing shade, making it easy for visitors to explore on foot. Alternatively, there are daily shuttle trams available from 9 am to 6 pm, with tickets reasonably priced. Here, we’ve compiled a list of the best things to see and do in Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur if you have an afternoon to spare and fancy escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.
What are the best things to do in Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur?
1. Perdana Botanical Gardens
Walks through a collection of tropical plants and rare trees
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Perdana Botanical Gardens, located within Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park, provides a peaceful retreat for those seeking a respite from the city. The air is fresh and invigorating, and if you visit in the mornings, you’ll encounter joggers and people practising Tai Chi (which you can join in as well!). We recommend an afternoon picnic to fully appreciate the scenery, or if you prefer to stay active, take a stroll through the lush greenery.
If you’re enamoured with the park’s verdant landscape, head over to the Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens to admire thousands of species of plants blooming in various colours and sizes. Entrance is free on weekdays and a small fee applies on weekends and public holidays.
Ubicación: Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Perdana, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 7 am to 8 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2276 0432
Perdana Botanical Gardens
2. National Mosque of Malaysia
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The National Mosque of Malaysia, also known as Masjid Negara, is widely recognized as the national symbol of Islam. It is located within the Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens and features a blue-coloured building with a main prayer hall, 48 smaller domes, a 73-metre-high minaret, and a 16-pointed star concrete main roof. Contemporary interpretations of traditional Islamic art and calligraphy, abstract shapes, and geometric lattice are incorporated into its roofing and ironworks, and the walls of the Grand Hall are beautifully adorned with verses from the Quran.
Non-Muslim visitors are only allowed to visit at certain times of the day, and robes are lent to those who are not dressed modestly.
Ubicación: Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2107 3100
National Mosque of Malaysia
3. Islamic Arts Museum
Collections of contemporary art and historical Islamic items
Categoría: Historia, Foto, Grupos
The Islamic Arts Museum is one of Kuala Lumpur’s most popular attractions and is also Southeast Asia’s largest museum of Islamic art. The building features a huge turquoise dome atop, glass walls that allow natural light to flow in, domed ceilings adorned with intricate Islamic patterns, and an exhibition space spanning 30,000 sq metres.
The stunning building is located on the fringe of Lake Gardens and is accessible within a 5-minute walk from the National Planetarium and National Mosque. It houses extensive collections of Islamic decorative arts from around the world, including exhibitions of clothing, furniture, weaponry, and detailed models of famous mosques, notably Masjid Al-Haram in Mecca and Masjid Nabawi in Medina.
Ubicación: Jalan Lembah, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 9.30 am to 6 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2092 7070
Islamic Arts Museum
4. Tugu Negara
A landmark national monument and war memorial
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Tugu Negara, otherwise widely known as the National Monument, was built in 1966 to honour the lives of 11,000 people who perished during the First World War. Located at the northern end of the Lake Gardens, this 15-metre-high bronze statue provides excellent views of Kuala Lumpur Parliament House and is regarded as the world’s tallest freestanding bronze sculpture grouping.
The monument features 7 soldiers standing and supporting their fallen comrades, symbolising courage, leadership, sacrifice, strength, suffering, unity, and vigilance. It also includes the inscription “To Our Glorious Dead of the First World War (1914-1918), Second World War (1939-1945), and the Emergency (1948-1960)”.
Ubicación: Perdana Botanical Garden, Jln Parlimen, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 7 am to 6 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)1-2235 6023
Tugu Negara
5. National Planetarium
A planetarium resembling a mosque
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The National Planetarium, also known as Planetarium Negara, is dedicated to all things related to science and astronomy. It’s a fun and educational place for kids to learn about the planet and universe. Set on a hill to the east of Lake Gardens, it is topped by a blue dome that is easily visible from nearby roads. It may not be as high-tech as the planetariums in New York or London, but it still merits a visit.
The main entrance is evocative of a teleport chamber, which leads into a series of halls containing 2 planetariums that have interactive exhibits, touch-screen interactive computers, and hands-on experiments, as well as the Space Theatre.
Ubicación: 53, Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2273 4303
National Planetarium
6. The National Museum of Malaysia
A go-to for Malaysian culture and history exhibits
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The National Museum, known locally as Muzium Negara, provides an excellent introduction to Malaysia’s history, economy, geography, arts, crafts, and culture. Built in 1963, the museum’s displays are spread out over 3 floors and it features a sweeping, traditional Minangkabau-style roof. The museum is located near the southern end of the Lake Gardens and past the National Art Gallery. Its main entrance is flanked by 2 large murals made of Italian glass mosaic that portray the country’s major historical events and cultural activities.
Visitors can enjoy free guided tours, which take place throughout the week. The English tours are held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 11 am, while the French-language tour is held every Thursday at 9 am and at noon.
Ubicación: Jalan Damansara, Perdana Botanical Gardens, 50566 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2267 1111
The National Museum of Malaysia
7. Segway Tour by Eco Ride Malaysia
A fun and environmentally-friendly way to explore
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, De aventura, Grupos
Take part in a Lake Gardens Segway tour by Eco Ride Malaysia for a fun and environmentally-friendly way to see the park! It’s also a good option for those who don’t fancy walking through the heat and humidity but still want to see all that Lake Gardens have to offer.
Available by appointment, Eco Ride Malaysia can easily arrange for a pickup from your hotel in KL. Alternatively, you can meet up with your guide at a specific location in the park. The 2-hour tour covers a 10 km sightseeing route within the expansive park, including Perdana Botanical Gardens, Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, and Kuala Lumpur Bird Park.
Ubicación: 1-1-8 Scott Garden, 289, Jln Klang Lama, 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 6 am to 10 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)1-2622 3847
Segway Tour by Eco Ride Malaysia
8. Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Colourful wings aflutter in expansive gardens
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The Butterfly Park, also known as Taman Rama-Rama Kuala Lumpur, is located in Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur and houses more than 6,000 butterflies from 120 species. Landscaped like a bushy garden with lots of flowers, these colourful creatures are known to alight on your shirt and hand, sticking like badges.
Check out the nursery and breeding area where you can see butterfly larvae emerging from their cocoons. Besides the butterflies, a wide range of insects such as rhinoceros beetles and praying mantises are on display. There’s also a souvenir shop where you can purchase frames of preserved butterflies, scorpions, and other insects.
Ubicación: Perdana Botanical Garden, Jalan Cenderawasih, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Horarios: Daily from 9 am to 4.30 pm
Teléfono: +60 (0)3-2693 4799
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
9. ASEAN Sculpture Garden
A variety of art installations to explore
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The ASEAN Sculpture Garden is located adjacent to the National Monument. It offers visitors the opportunity to explore a variety of public art installations by renowned artists from Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and Brunei.
Established in 1987, the landscaped garden commemorates the 20th anniversary of ASEAN by showcasing sculptures made from materials such as wood, glass, steel, marble, iron, and bamboo. Each artwork is accompanied by detailed descriptions in both English and Malay. Additionally, the lush gardens provide a less crowded atmosphere compared to other areas in Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur.
Ubicación: Perdana Botanical Garden, Asean Sculpture Garden, Pesiaran Sultan Salahhudin, 50480, Malaysia
Horarios: 24/7
Teléfono: +60 (0)1-6333 7328
ASEAN Sculpture Garden
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