A drive away from Singapore, Johor Bahru holds its own with many worthwhile sites to visit. Malaysia’s most famous theme parks, heritage locations and superb lookout locations are too good to be skipped. The city offers an activity for every mood with guaranteed fun for all ages. Many of the most popular sites are easy-to-find around the city center.
Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street
Visitors seeking an authentic experience of Johor Bahru’s character will enjoy the Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street. Emblematic for both Malays and the Straits Chinese cultures, visitors can find Chinese shophouses typical of the colonial era and a Malay night market amongst others. With weekly activities including painting, calligraphy, and chess in previous years. Most of the buildings are original, including multiple food outlets punctuated by cafés, bars and more along the colorful street. Those on the hunt for gifts can unearth treasures in small antique and souvenir shops.
Address: Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, 80000, Johor Bahru
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Legoland Malaysia
One of Malaysia’s most talked about theme parks, Legoland Malaysia Resort doubles up as a park and hotel that includes eight themed areas plus more than 40 shows, rides and attractions. In addition,, Legoland Water Park, Sea Life Aquarium and Rebuild The World keep ticket holders entertained for hours. With unique restaurant and dining attractions on site, such as an underwater dining experience, visitors have unlimited fun at their fingertips. One of Johor Bahru’s most popular family attractions, Legoland Malaysia Resort is not to be missed!
Address: No. 7, Jalan LEGOLAND, Bandar Medini Iskandar Malaysia, Iskandar Puteri (Nusajaya), 79250, Johor
Phone: +607 – 597 8888
Operating Hours:
– Daily: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Admission Cost:
– 3yrs old & below: Free
– Children & Senior Citizens: RM149
– Adults: RM189
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Skyscape Johor Bahru
Skyscape is a skybridge and viewing platform in the Menara Jland building. With a 150-meter drop—equivalent to 34 floors—visible to brave spectators, it is popular with those looking to take their Instagram to new heights. . Built in the center of the city, the building itself serves as a commercial complex focused on green and sustainable design. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities that include staggering skylines at the Sky Bridge deck , a virtual reality experience, mini theatre, interactive games, and LED tunnel.
Address: Suite 13-01, MENARA JLAND, Johor Bahru City Centre, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, 80000, Johor Bahru
Phone: +607 – 288 8722
Operating Hours:
– Sunday – Friday: 09:30am – 5:30pm
Admission Cost:
– Children: RM18
– Adults: RM28
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