Johor Bahru satisfies all with green escapes in and outside the city center. Park, gardens, beaches and more await visitors seeking to unwind. Visitors to the city’s parks enjoy beautiful natural landscaping, running trails, ponds and more. The parks are ideal for families with children, as are some of the nearby beaches.
Taman Merdeka
The Taman Merdeka park is a leafy oasis in the city center of Johor Bahru. Facilities are available for gentle outdoor activities including jogging, praying, and for children including playground equipment. On-site gym equipment is free-to-use, as is a shallow pool for small children. The park is popular with joggers, especially first in the morning and during twilight hours. The park’s center features a man-made lake and musical fountain that comes to life in the evenings with songs on loud speaker. Weekends see the park overflow with many group exercise events often taking place on Saturday and Sunday.
Address: Jalan Datin Halimah, 80200 Johor Bahru
Phone: N/A
Operating Hours:
– Daily: 7:00 am – 11:00 am, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Admission Cost: N/A
Website
Desaru Beach
Along the coast facing the South China Sea, Desaru Beach is more than an hour’s drive from the city center. In the Kota Tinggi District of Johor, the coral-white beach, cooled aby a tame ocean, is perfect for family outings. Water activities on offer include wakeboarding, surfing, water skiing and banana boat rides. With an adventure waterpark, colorful fishing boats and a 100-strong ostrich farm nearby, Desaru Beach does not disappoint.
Address: Desaru Beach, 81600,Bandar Penawar, Johor Bahru
Phone: N/A
Operating Hours:
– 24 hours daily
Admission Cost: N/A
Website
Adda Heights Town Park
This 31-acre park is located near the city center of Johor Bahru and is one of the most scenic parks the city has to offer. With a lake at its center, the landscaped pathways lead visitors to their desired facility. A children’s playground and ,basketball courts are among the favorites. While those looking to work up a sweat can unleash their inner Olympian on a 52-mile running trail across the entire park. Tucked in a residential area, the park is ideal for walking, cycling and enjoying family time, such as feeding the fish.
Address: Jalan Adda 2/4, Adda Heights, 81100 Johor Bahru
Phone: +6016 – 220 5721
Operating Hours:
– Daily: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Admission Cost: N/A
Website (not official)
