Central District

Johor Bahru

Central District
Johor Bahru featuring zoo animals and bird life
Johor Bahru showing cafe scenes
Johor Bahru featuring a mosque, signage and religious aspects
Central District

Popular places to visit

Johor Bahru showing heritage architecture and a mosque

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Visit the state mosque of Johor, a beautiful old building that was commissioned by a sultan and boasts a mix of architectural styles.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Johor Bahru showing cafe lifestyle as well as a couple

Danga Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Danga Bay during your travels in Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Danga Bay

Johor Bahru City Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular shopping spot in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Johor Bahru City Square

KSL City Mall

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to KSL City Mall, a popular shopping spot in Johor Bahru. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

KSL City Mall

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex is just one of the places to see in Bukit Chagar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Komtar JBCC

During your visit to Bandar Johor Bahru, you can do some window-shopping at Komtar JBCC. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Komtar JBCC

Things to do

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Sri Tanjung Leisure Farm

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Top hotels in Central District

St. Giles Southkey
St. Giles Southkey
3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is P5,097 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P5,097
P5,638 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (768 reviews)
"Overall, interior looks simple and clean. However,exterior glasses not maintained as can see lots of algae, TV not HD and phone not working to call the reception/service desk."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

St. Giles Southkey
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4 out of 5
Menara Tiga Serangkai, Jalan Tengku Azizah, Johor Bahru, Johor
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (950 reviews)
"Breakfast is ok… not a wide spread but good for its value. Check in is smooth, room is decent size and clean. Comes with usb ports which is a nice touch for modern travellers (no need to worry with plugs). Shower pressure is a bit weak but decent."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

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Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is P4,543 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P4,543
P5,494 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Amari Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 80000, Johor Bahru
The price is P5,291 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P5,291
P6,377 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (621 reviews)
"walkable distance to customs, shopping, play and food"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
KSL Hotel & Resort
KSL Hotel & Resort
4 out of 5
33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is P4,033 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P4,033
P4,490 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly resort in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, water park access (surcharge), and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"There is no hotel lobby at the checkin area. Looks like it is removed to become retail outlet if Oriental Kopi. Did not consider elderly guests who may need to rest awhile at the lobby."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

KSL Hotel & Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4 out of 5
01-02 Menara Landmark, No. 12, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is P4,423 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P4,423
P5,353 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"A quite long walk from the CIQ, and the nearby area is still under construction. Sorry to say the hotel itself is lacking of maintenance. Some furniture(most heavy sliding doors of the cabinet)and shower(some loose part) is hard to use."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
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Other neighbourhoods around Central District

Johor Bahru which includes zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Taman Abad

While Taman Abad isn't home to many top sights, KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Taman Century

If you're spending some time in Taman Century, KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Taman Century
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Taman Pelangi

While there might not be top attractions in Taman Pelangi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

Taman Pelangi
Johor Bahru showing a waterpark as well as a small group of people

Larkin

Visitors to Larkin like its museums and gardens, and Johor Golf and Country Club is a sight worth a stop.

Larkin
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Bandar Baru Uda

Travelers like the shopping in Bandar Baru Uda, and Angsana Johor Bahru Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bandar Baru Uda
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Tampoi

Tampoi might not have many top sights, but Angsana Johor Bahru Mall and Danga Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tampoi

Central District