Kuala Lumpur Shopping Tour (Self Guided), Kuala Lumpur

Shopping is one of the top activities for those visiting Kuala Lumpur. In this vibrant city there’s something for every taste and budget, from high-end boutiques offering designer labels to the lively street markets drawing crowds with artsy finds and cheap reproductions, where cheap doesn’t necessarily mean a less enjoyable experience.

With a shopping scene as comprehensive as that of Kuala Lumpur, one is inevitably bound to be spoiled for choice if not lost amid the surprises awaiting at markets and wallet- and not-so-friendly malls across the city.

Areas like Bukit Bintang and KLCC provide the most variety, with the upmarket malls such as Pavilion KL and Suria KLCC, home to the international brands like Jimmy Choo, Diane Von Furstenberg, Louis Vuitton and the likes. For those with a moderate budget, Petaling Street is the right place to go to.

But ultimately, it is the handicraft emporium Central Market – that drenches people in art spirit – where you can get a real sense of Kuala Lumpur’s true shopping splendor. An air conditioned market in a tropical country, Kuala Lumpur Central Market is well grouped into zones: Malay, Chinese, and Indian, to celebrate the country’s multi-ethnic culture. Product variety and pricing here are perfect for those seeking to bring home authentic and affordable Malaysian handicrafts as souvenirs.

To find your way around these locations and to explore them at a comfortable pace and in your good time, follow our self-guided walk and enjoy Kuala Lumpur without straining your budget!