Shopping
BINTANG WALK
Kuala Lumpur's hottest hangout, this pedestrian walkway is Malaysia's answer to the Champs Elysée in Paris and Japan's Ginza. The one-kilometer stretch, anchored by The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, is lined with alfresco cafés, trendy pubs, boutiques and entertainment spots. Bursting with energy, colorful and exhilarating, Bintang Walk is the ultimate place to see and be seen.
Distance: Less than 100 meters/5 minutes walk
CENTRAL MARKET
This pre-war building was the principle wet-market for Kuala Lumpur in the early years. It was extensively renovated in the 1980's and turned into an arts and cultural center. Now the place for local artists to demonstrate their skills and display their work, there are numerous shops and stalls that sell bric-a-brac, antiques, souvenirs, handicrafts and Asian artifacts. An open-air stage serves as the regular venue for traditional and contemporary dance as well as musical concerts.
Distance: 3.5 kilometers/10 – 15 minutes
PETALING STREET
Many countries have their own unique version of Chinatown, and Kuala Lumpur is no exception. Petaling Street (P.S), is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Stocked with leather goods, t-shirts and various ethnic foods, Petaling Street is a shopper’s paradise, with plenty of good buys to be had by smart and savvy customers who are willing to bargain.
Distance: 2-3 kilometers/10-15 minutes by car
STARHILL GALLERY
The prestigious Starhill Gallery is an icon of taste and style in fashion, art, beauty, food and everyday Malaysian life. Starhill Gallery houses 13 food and beverage outlets serving international cuisine and features the most prestigious brands all under one roof. The Gallery also hosts the largest global watch retailer in the world, housing 70 luxurious brands.
Distance: Less than 100 meters/5 minutes walk
SURIA KLCC
Suria KLCC is Malaysia's premier shopping destination located at Kuala Lumpur’s most prestigious commercial address, the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). It offers an array of goods and services to please and pamper the needs of shoppers. From fashion, entertainment, arts and culture to local delicacies and international gourmets, it’s all here.
DISTANCE: 2 KILOMETERS/10 MINUTES