Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu
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Popular places to visit
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Oceanus Waterfront Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
Signal Hill Observatory Platform
Explore the great outdoors at Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air
Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Tanjung Aru
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.
Likas
Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.
Kepayan
Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Alamesra
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
- Imago Shopping Mall
- Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
- Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
- Sutera Harbour
- Gaya Street Sunday Market
- Centre Point
- Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
- Anjung Samudera
- Jesselton Quay
- KK Plaza
- Kompleks Asia City
- Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center
- Gleneagles Hospital
- Oceanus Waterfront Mall
- Warisan Square
- Local Fruits Market
- Atkinson Clock Tower
- All Saint's Cathedral
- Handicraft Market
- Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street
- Anjung Kinabalu