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Things to Do in Johor Bahru

Until recent past, Johor Bahru was famous for being gateway to Singapore. However, with the growth in tourism, this city in Malaysia has achieved its share of stardom with glittering skyscrapers and entertaining amusement parks. Its nightlife beams with lights and attracts a lot of tourists to its vicinity. Legoland Malaysia, Johor zoo, Angry birds Activity park, are some of the things to do in Johor Bahru that will draw a lot of families with kids here.

Plan a trip to Johor Bahru to see its culture. There is no dearth of cultural attractions in Johor Bahru, some of them are Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple, Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Old Chinese Temple, Chinese Heritage Museum, Kuso Trick Art Gallery and others that lend an introduction to the religious structures of the city and the nation. Danga bay, Gunung Pulai Recreational Forest are some of the places where you can retreat in the lap of nature and replenish your tired souls. For those who want to shop, KSL city mall is one of the best options.

Can't wait to discover Johor Bahru by yourself? Create an itinerary for Johor Bahru today! Ranked on popularity, here's the complete list of best Johor Bahru attractions and point of interests recommended by the locals.

  • Legoland Malaysia

    #1 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 151943 times in trip plans

    Legoland Malaysia

    Outdoors, Amusement Park, Theme Park, Entertainment, Family And Kids

    7, Jalan Legoland, Bandar Medini, 79250 Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 10:00 am - 07:00 pm
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    Malaysia’s first international theme park, the Legoland® Malaysia Resort was opened in the year 2012 and has since then attracted thousands of visitors. A fun filled family holiday destination, the theme park has more than 70 hands-on rides, slides, shows and attractions. Popular attractions within the park include: Miniland LEGO City LE...
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  • Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

    #2 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 69989 times in trip plans

    Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

    Mosque, Religious Site, Historical Site, Family And Kids, Architecture

    Jalan Gertak Merah, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 am
    Overlooking the Straits of Johor and the neighbouring Singapore, the magnificent Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque is one of the most beautiful old mosques in Malaysia. Boasting of Victorian Architecture, the mosque was constructed between the years 1892 and 1900. Commissioned by the ‘Father of Modern Johor’, the late Sultan Abu Bakar, the mosque...
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  • Dataran Bandaraya Johor Bahru

    #3 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 126387 times in trip plans

    dataran bandaraya johor bahru

    Outdoors, Cafe, Restaurant, Entertainment, Mall, Square, Shopping Center, Family...

    80100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 am
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    Dataran Bandaraya Johor Bahru is the main city square of Johor Bahru.  The square was built in January 1994 following the declaration of Johor Bahru as a city. Surrounded by many boutiques, restaurants, food stalls, souvenir shops, shopping malls, hotels and accommodations and cafes, the main attraction at the square is the Tower Clock. Head o...
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  • Danga Bay

    #4 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 128332 times in trip plans

    danga bay

    Waterfront, Park, Walking Area, Restaurant, Entertainment, Leisure, Family And K...

    Skudai, 80200, Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 am
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    Danga Bay is considered to be the biggest recreational park in Johor Bahru. It offers a lot of activities with a touch of luxury and glamour! It houses high end retail outlets, designer boutiques and fine dines restaurants along with a beautiful Danga Bay Park. Trivia: Danga Bay is Johor Bahru’s first and largest mixed residential-commercial ...
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  • Sanrio Hello Kitty Town

    #5 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 3822 times in trip plans

    Sanrio Hello Kitty Town

    Theme Park, Family And Kids

    Persiaran Puteri Selatan, 79100 Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
    Details
    Sanrio Hello Kitty Town is a Hello Kitty style interactive theme park in Iskandar Puteri. Decorated in a prominent pink theme, the Sanrio Hello Kitty Town represents the home of Hello Kitty where you can be a part of her family, explore the house, and watch her perform live-on-stage. The activities in Sanrio Hello Kitty Town include Wishful Studio,...
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  • Ksl City Mall

    #6 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 80691 times in trip plans

    ksl city mall

    Hotel, Entertainment, Mall, Shopping Center, Family And Kids

    33, Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    KSL City & Hotel is an integrated development which comprises of 500 retail outlets, 868 hotel rooms, 602 condominiums and 2800 car parks. It houses popular brands such as: ST3P BODY GLOVE Guardian Giordano SUMMIT Franco Hair Salon along with popular restaurants such as: The Chicken Rice Shop Wong Kok Char Chan Teng Seoul Garden Pizza Hut I LOVE YOO! Tea Garden and many more.
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  • Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple

    #7 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 87747 times in trip plans

    arulmigu sri rajakaliamman glass temple

    Religious Site, Temple, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Architecture

    No.22 Lorong Satu, Tebrau, Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    N/A 07:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    A popular tourist attraction of Johor Bahru, the Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple is a sight to behold! The oldest temple in Tebrau, the temple has been listed in the Malaysian Book of Records. A creation of Guru Sri Sinnathamby Sivasamy, this unique temple is embellished with 300,000 pieces of red, blue, yellow, green, p...
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  • Jalan Wong Ah Fook

    #8 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 77562 times in trip plans

    Jalan Wong Ah Fook

    Cafe, Restaurant, Entertainment, Shopping Center, Family And Kids, Street Food, ...

    80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

    N/A 24-hrs
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    One of the busiest main streets in Johor Bahru, Jalan Wong Ah Fook is a must visit while in town. Lining this street are many shops, cafes, restaurants and food stalls. If you are a foodie, do stroll down to Hiap Joo Bakery and Biscuit factory situated on Jalan Tan Hiok Nee and snack on their banana cakes. Trivia: The Street is named after Wong Ah ...
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  • Johor Zoo

    #9 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 78319 times in trip plans

    Johor Zoo

    Outdoors, Wildlife Park, Zoo, Family And Kids

    Jalan Gertak Merah, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

    3 MYR 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
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    Established in the year 1928 by the late Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Abu Bakar, Johor Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the country. Head over to the Johor zoo with your family and engage in activities like - catching a glimpse of lions play with the elephants observe the crocodiles admire the aquatic birds or stroll around the lake Endang...
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  • Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple

    #10 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 52768 times in trip plans

    johor bahru old chinese temple

    Religious Site, Temple, Museum, Historical Site, Family And Kids, Exhibition

    Lot 653, Jalan Trus, 80000 Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    N/A 07:00 am - 05:00 pm
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    Located downtown, the Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple is a quaint place of worship. Although there are no records to confirm when exactly the temple was built, an old plaque on the temple wall states that the temple was functional even in the year 1870. There are 3 prayer halls in the temple, all beautifully designed. A major attraction within the t...
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  • Angry Birds Activity Park

    #11 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 46903 times in trip plans

    angry birds activity park

    Outdoors, Park, Entertainment, Family And Kids

    Level 3, KOMTAR JBCC, Johor Bahru City Centre, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

    75 MYR 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Details
    A fun place to visit, the Angry Birds Activity Park has a lot of interesting games and zones designed around the popular game of Angry Birds. The state of the art activity park offers a wide variety of games and attractions suitable for toddlers, kids and parents alike. 
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  • Dinosaurs Alive Water Park

    #12 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 21521 times in trip plans

    dinosaurs alive water park

    Amusement Park, Park, Water Park, Family And Kids

    7th Floor KSL Hotel & Resort, Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    85 MYR 12:01 am - 12:00 am
    A fun place for kids, the Dinosaurs Alive Water Park is situated with the KSL Hotel and Resort premises. Having a quirky swimming pool, life size replicas of Dinosaurs can be found strategically places around the pool. These statues range in size from the 2-foot long Compsognathus to the 85-foot long Brachiosaurus!
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  • Walea Spa And Retreat

    #13 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 19783 times in trip plans

    walea spa and retreat

    Leisure, Spa

    6 Jalan Balau, Taman Melodies, Johor Bahru80250, Malaysia

    N/A 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
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    To rejuvenate your senses, head over to the Walea Spa & Retreat. Trained professionals, lovely ambience, specialized spa treatments and a soothing experience awaits you.
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  • Chinese Heritage Museum

    #14 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 25977 times in trip plans

    chinese heritage museum

    Museum, History Museum

    42 Jalan Ibrahim, Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    5 MYR 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
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    The Chinese Heritage Museum tells the history of the Chinese community in Johor Bahru. Museum’s collection includes documents, photos, old coins, porcelain, musical instruments and other artefacts. Spread across 4 storeys, the ground floor houses historical documents while the second and third floors showcase artefacts used by Chinese immigra...
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  • Spa Manja

    #15 of 35 Things to do in Johor Bahru | Added 26210 times in trip plans

    spa manja

    Leisure, Spa

    162, Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, JOHOR, Malaysia

    N/A 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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    Discover an oasis of calm and serenity at Spa Manja. Treat your body, mind and soul with bliss and peace. Services include: Pampering foot spa Full body Javanese massage Body scrubs Facials Signature detox indulgences and many more.
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Things to do in Johor Bahru at night

Often surpassed as a dirty, small border city in Southern Malaysia, the capital of the Johor state can surprise you. Today, the city serves as a quick halt for a night or two bore travelers who like the eccentric. An eclectic and beaming Johor Bahru nightlife is what you can look forward to on your stay here. There are several pubs you can head out to for good music, dancing and interesting drinks. Places like the Bongo Pub, Whisky House Johor Bahru, Rooftop bar and the Bierhaus Sentosa are some of the most popular nightclubs in Johor Bahru. If you are not too keen on nightlife you could resort to some blissfully rejuvenating therapies at the Spa Manja Johor Bahru. As you begin to explore the city you will realize that you don’t have to think much about where to go in JB at night.

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Romantic places in JB

Owing to the number of honeymooners, Malaysia visits, Johor Bahru is steadily catching up as one place that can be considered for romance. It is far from the conventionally touristy locales of Malaysia; plus, given its development rate it is still to be struck by commercialization. So, you can actually have quite an interesting, romantic time in JB. There are a lot of entertainment opportunities here, one of them being the very popular Legoland Theme Park. Secondly, given the number of romantic cafes and restaurants here, you will never have to contemplate what to eat in Johor Bahru, given their diverse menus. Special events like the World Kite Festival too, can be a cute thing to along with your partner.

There are interesting romantic places to put up at too, if you are up for forgoing the conventional hotels, albeit cashing in on an unparalleled comfort. The Canopy Tribes at Ulu Sungai is a lovely experience, where you get to stay in a lavish, very comfortable tent; complete with a barbeque right outside! Firefly Valley Leisure Park Johor is another amazingly dreamy place that you can go to with your lover. There are several organic and ostrich farms that are a good romantic idea.

Interesting places in Johor to visit

On a JB day trip itinerary you can manage to visit some super interesting places like the Johor zoo and the Johor Bahru old Chinese temple among many other. The Johor Zoo has a very substantial entrance fee, with limited animals’ variety yet making for an interesting place if you are fond of animals. It is a good place to go with your family and kids. The best time to visit this zoo would ideally be mornings as the afternoons can get unbearably hot. The Johor Bahru old Chinese temple is one of the most interesting place of JB for more reasons than one. Firstly, it is the oldest Chinese temple in town, and if you happen to be around on the New Year’s Eve you are for a very delightful celebration ceremony. The heritage and history of JB, very well preserved that too, can be experienced here.

Other interesting places include Mount Pulai, Tanjung Piai, Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple and the Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque among many others.

Johor Bahru Danga bay

One of the most luxurious and happening places of Malaysia the Danga Bay is a brilliant place if you wish to spend a day outside JB. Several luxury resorts fringe the bay, offering world-class facilities, amenities and entertainment options. Many spas and restaurants serving delectable food along with a good dose of water sports are another highlight of the Johor Bahru Danga bay.

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