Chinatown
Kuala Lumpur
Popular places to visit
Petaling Street Market
Visit this bustling and vibrant street where fake designer goods sit comfortably alongside steaming noodle stalls.
Central Market
During your trip to Kuala Lumpur, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Central Market. Wander the Chinatown and picturesque gardens in this vibrant area.
Merdeka 118
Merdeka 118 is just one of the places to see in Kuala Lumpur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and shops in this vibrant area.
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
After visiting Sri Mahamariamman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sin Sze Si Ya Temple
After visiting Sin Sze Si Ya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Chan She Shu Yuen Temple
After visiting Chan She Shu Yuen Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kuala Lumpur. Wander the Chinatown and picturesque gardens in this vibrant area.
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Top hotels in Chinatown
AnCasa Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
Room was pleasant. Online checkin seemz strange because desk staff come and do it for you! Lifts are slow
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Perfect for everything.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Else Kuala Lumpur, a member of Design Hotels
Nice Modern Hotel on the Edge of Chinatown close to the big Maybank building. Excellent wrestling and lovely pool area.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
Rooms great .Staff fantastic -would highly recommended along with the location
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
Very clean and value for money
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
We had a wonderful stay at Hyatt Centric! Rooms are clean and modern, the staff were wonderful - friendly and helpful. The views from our balcony were stunning! Hyatt Centric is also located fantastically, walking distance from lots of malls and sights.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Medan Tuanku
The monuments and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Medan Tuanku. Merdeka Square and SOGO are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bandaraya Station or Plaza Rakyat Station to get around the larger area.
Bukit Ceylon
Visitors highly recommend Bukit Ceylon for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Changkat Bukit Bintang while you're in town.
Bukit Bintang
Bukit Bintang is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Changkat Bukit Bintang, and you can get around town on the metro at Bukit Bintang Station.
Golden Triangle
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur Tower are top sights in Golden Triangle, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Raja Chulan Station or Bukit Nanas Station to see more sights in the area.
Kuala Lumpur Sentral
If you're spending some time in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral and NU Sentral are top sights worth seeing.
Chow Kit
Chow Kit Night Market and Sunway Putra Mall are top sights in Chow Kit, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at PWTC Station or Putra KTM Komuter Station to see more sights in the area.
