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Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
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What to do in Kota Kinabalu
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 romantic area.
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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.
Sutera Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Kampung Sembulan Baru with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
1Borneo Hypermall
During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can enjoy retail therapy at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Centre Point
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Centre Point. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
Areas of Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
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.
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.
Karambunai
Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.
Likas
Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.
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.
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- Imago Shopping Mall
- Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
- Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
- Sutera Harbour
- Gaya Street Sunday Market
- 1Borneo Hypermall
- Centre Point
- Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
- Likas Stadium
- University of Malaysia Sabah
- Sabah International Convention Centre
- Jesselton Quay
- Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai
- KK Plaza
- Anjung Samudera
- Sabah State Mosque
- Kompleks Asia City
- Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center
- City Mall
- Hospital Wanita Dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah
- Borneo Marine Research Institute
- Oceanus Waterfront Mall
- Gleneagles Hospital
- Sabah State Museum
- Kompleks Karamunsing
- Mari Mari Cultural Village
- Warisan Square
- Local Fruits Market
- Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple
- Water World Theme Park
- Atkinson Clock Tower
- Kiansom Waterfall
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