Best 12 Must-Visit Places In Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Johor Bahru, popularly referred to as JB, is the chief town of Johor state in Peninsular Malaysia. This makes it an ideal getaway location for the people of Singapore if they want to spend their weekend there not to mention the tourists from other parts of the region. JB is well-equipped for culture, food, nature, and shopping tourism products and services accessible to a visitor. 

1. Legoland Malaysia Theme Park

Legoland is a chain of theme parks that is based in the United States of America but Legoland Malaysia is the first one located in Asia, which offers over forty fun rides, shows, and building workshops for children aged between 2 and 12 years. It has well-known attractions such as the Ninjago ride, the Dragon, and building sections where children can create cars, helicopters, and other mythical creatures using Lego pieces.

2. Angry Birds Activity Park

Claiming to be inspired by the globally famous mobile game Angry Birds, this theme park has amusements like rides and shows divided into eight different zones where visitors can also enjoy live shows, games, shopping, and dining zones. Angry Birds Challenge is also a fun-filled event for both kids and adults to be engaged in challenges when taking the course.

3. Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple in Johor Bahru Malaysia.

This is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Malaysia constructed in 1870, and this temple presents the traditional Chinese architectural design and styles combined with carvings and paintings as well as other related relics. There are Taoist, Confucian, as well as Buddhist representations and images on the temple walls and structures for visitors to marvel at.

4. Sono tra i più grandi parchi tematici Puteri Harbour in Malaysia.

This astonishing 130, 000 square feet indoor theme park at the classy Puteri Harbour precinct offers great fun for children and other individuals of all ages. Some of the most recommendable attractions are VR games, 5D cinema, the two-story roundabout, bumper car rides, and skill game arcades.

5. Hutan Bandar Recreational Park

Translated as Urban Jungle, it is an extensive recreational park that covers 72+ acres with various attractions for everyone. Tourists interested in flora and fauna can check out the tropical gardens and the network of trails, while families with children can take advantage of the recreational area where they can find playgrounds with ponds.

6. Pasar Karat

Those hunting for a good bargain must visit this popular flea market known as Pasar Karat located in Johor Bahru. This place operates during the evenings on weekends and is home to well over 400 stalls offering all sorts of items including souvenirs, food, and drinks, vegetables and fruits, accessories, clothes, and household items among others at very affordable prices.

7. AEON Tebrau City S/C

Tebrau City is one of the largest shopping malls in JB which is home to international franchise outlets and eateries, an entertainment center, and indoor skating. For shopaholics, this place is a paradise where they can spend a few hours or even a whole day shopping for the latest fashion apparel, gadgets, and homeware or even watching a movie at its mall-cum-cineplex.

8. KSL City Mall

Another enormous shopping mall that is only a few minutes’ drive from the causeway connecting Malaysia and Singapore, KSL City satisfies visitors with over 500 retail outlets on five levels. Luxury global brands coexist with the exclusive local fashion, accessories, and even F&B brands to make the perfect retail destination.

9. Johor Premium Outlets

Situated in Kulai, Johor Premium Outlets is Malaysia’s largest factory outlet store with more than 160 participating stores across luxury & lifestyle brands such as COACH, Kate Spade, Nike, LEGO, and many others. Go shopping to your desire and get at least 25% off on luxury fashion clothing, children’s wear, and sportswear.

10. Tanjung Puteri Resort

This splendid resort of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group lies by the shore of the Straits of Johor and offers 656 rooms and suites distributed in 9 Malay village-themed buildings. Sunbathing amenities are a pool with a view to the sea, a mini golf, and a water park.

11. Teluk Sengat Crocodile Farm

Visit this fascinating farm where crocodiles of thousands have been bred and raised since 1987 in the Desaru area. Watch crocodile feeding and realize how big these animals may get when grow up! Other animals include otters, porcupines, and tropical birds that visitors are allowed to take a close look at.

12. Desaru Fruit Farm

This exotic tropical fruit farm in Desaru is not only to provide the visitors with the experience of the cultivation of pineapples, coconuts, mango, durians, and other fruits but also an opportunity to taste fresh fruits directly picked from the farm. A variety of jams, dried fruits, and fruit wines produced within the home country are also available.

In conclusion, Johor Bahru is a destination that will be attractive to all types of travelers with Instagram-friendly cafes and well-preserved historical buildings; cheap Therapy shopping; cultural sites; fun amusement parks; and Nature activities in Desaru and its vicinity. These 12 amazing places provide great experiences that should make JB an excellent Southeast Asian tour destination.

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