Kuala Lumpur
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Petronas Towers | The skybridge and the observation deck, with views over the whole city. | KLCC; tickets are limited each day |
| Sunway Lagoon | Water and dry theme parks, one of the best-loved family outings. | Sunway |
| Putrajaya | The administrative capital, with the pink Putra Mosque on the lake. | About 40 minutes from Kuala Lumpur |
Langkawi
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The cable car and the SkyBridge | A cable car to the top of Mount Mat Cincang, and a curved bridge above the forest with views of the sea and islands. | Closed on Wednesday mornings for maintenance, and in heavy rain |
| The Kilim mangroves | A boat ride through mangroves, caves and sea eagles, in a UNESCO Global Geopark. | North-east of the island |
| The Seven Wells waterfalls (Telaga Tujuh) | Waterfalls tumbling over seven natural pools in the forest. | Near the cable car station |
| Cenang beach | The island's best-known beach, with its restaurants and lovely sunsets. | West of the island |
Penang and Melaka
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| George Town | A historic town of street art and old houses, on the World Heritage list. | Penang Island |
| Penang Hill | A funicular up to wide views over the island, and a walkway among the treetops. | Penang |
| Historic Melaka | The old port city, with Jonker Street and an evening river cruise, on the World Heritage list. | About 2 hours from Kuala Lumpur |
The highlands and Borneo
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Cameron Highlands | Green tea plantations, mild weather and strawberry farms. | About 3 hours from Kuala Lumpur |
| Mount Kinabalu | Malaysia's highest mountain, in a World Heritage national park of forests and rare flowers. | Sabah, on the island of Borneo |
| The islands off Kota Kinabalu | Nearby islands with clear water for swimming and snorkelling. | Off Kota Kinabalu, Sabah |
Tips before you go
- Fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before you travel.
- Tropical rain usually falls in the afternoon, so plan outdoor sights for the morning.
- Langkawi is a duty-free island, so shopping there is good value.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Malaysia?
The Petronas Towers and Sunway Lagoon in Kuala Lumpur, the Langkawi SkyBridge, George Town and Penang Hill, Melaka, the Cameron Highlands and Mount Kinabalu.
Where are the most beautiful waterfalls in Malaysia?
Among the best known are the Seven Wells waterfalls (Telaga Tujuh) in Langkawi.
Do Saudis need a visa for Malaysia?
No, visa-free for up to 90 days, with the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) filled in.
Planning your trip to Malaysia? Read Travel to Malaysia from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.