10 TOP Things to Do in Johor (2025 Activity Guide)

Johor Bahru featuring cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Johor Bahru featuring zoo animals and bird life

Johor Bahru showing rides, signage and a fountain

Most popular experiences in Johor

Tours & day trips

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Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host

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History & culture

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#17or19 Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide

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Attractions

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Sentosa Experiencial + Roundtrip Transfers

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Adventure & outdoor

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Singapore: Historical Half-Day Bike Tour

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Cruises & boat tours

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Wondrous Wildlife @ River Wonders + Roundtrip Transfers (AM or PM)

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What to do in Johor

Popular places to visit

Desaru Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Desaru Beach, a popular beach in Desaru. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Johor Bahru which includes boating, rides and a pond

LEGOLAND® Malaysia

Enjoy a fun-packed day of adventure for all the family at this combined theme park and water park attraction.

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.

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.

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.

Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru

During your visit to Tebrau, you can enjoy retail therapy at Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

AEON Tebrau City

During your visit to Tebrau, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at AEON Tebrau City. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Sutera Mall

During your visit to Johor Bahru, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sutera Mall. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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.

Areas of Johor

Central District

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A noteworthy feature of Central District is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

Bukit Indah

Bukit Indah is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Aeon Mall Bukit Indah, a top place to visit in the area.

Johor Bahru showing a fountain, rides and signage

Nusajaya

Nusajaya is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to LEGOLAND® Malaysia and Sunway Big Box Retail Park while you're in town.

Austin Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Austin Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park and Austin Hills Country Club.