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Johor Bahru Travel Guide
Places to visit, things to do, local food and the best time to go – Johor Bahru, Johor.
- Best time: December to March
- 6 places to see
About Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru, capital of the Malaysian state of Johor, sits at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. With a causeway across the Straits of Johor connecting it to Singapore, it’s a gateway for exploration of that island nation. On the Johor Bahru's waterfront is Istana Besar, a royal palace built by Sultan Abu Bakar in 1866 that now houses the Royal Abu Bakar Museum.
Places to visit in Johor Bahru
- Little Big Club at Puteri Harbor
- Hello Kitty Town at Puteri Harbor
- Genting Highlands Theme Park
- Angry Birds Activity Park
- Rawa Island
- Legoland Malaysia
Things to do in Johor Bahru
- Stroll along Puteri Harbour
- Go cafe-hopping in town
- See what glitters at the Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
- Pay your respects at the Sultan Abu Baker Mosque
- Go for a ride at Legoland
Famous food in Johor Bahru
- Johor's Best Roti Canai
- Authentic Malaysian Kopitiam
- Delicious Fresh Hot Bowl of Kway Teow Soup
- Finger Lickin Herb Roasted Duck
- Tastiest Fish Head Curry
- Wood Fire Baked Moist Banana Cakes
- Coal Fire Baked Traditional Pastries & Cakes
Things to buy in Johor Bahru
- Groceries
- Infant milk
- Outlet store goods
- Cigarettes
- Cosmetics and skincare
- Ikea furniture
- Clothing
Where to shop in Johor Bahru
- Johor Premium Outlets
- KSL City
- Danga City Mall
- Komtar JBCC
- Angsana Johor Bahru Mall
- AEON Bukit Indah Shopping Centre
- Paradigm Mall
Night life
- Prive Ultralounge
- Caesar Karaoke And Musical Lounge
- T.a.m. Disc Laser Karaoke Lounge
- Palm Lounge
- Bongo Pub
- De Bieres Pub & Cafe
- The Grindhouse Club
- Movement Ultimate Club
- Aruku The Walk
- Aquasonic Jb
- Legato Bistro Bar
