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Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of Malaysia's Sabah, or Borneo. In downtown Kota Kinabalu, there are cultural sites such as the astounding Masjid Bandaraya (Kota Kinabalu City Mosque) and the Atkinson Clock Tower as well as gastronomical ones like Welcome Seafood Restaurant and Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant. Leaving the city proper, Kota Kinabalu has islands such as Pulau Mengalum and Sapi Island, which are suitable for snorkeling. There are also mountains to go climbing, such as Malaysia's famous Gunung Kinabalu, or Mount Kinabalu.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Kota Kinabalu? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Tanjung Aru Beach

Tanjung Aru Beach

8.1
4.7/52,060 Reviews
"Beaches"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

7.1
4.4/51,359 Reviews
"Mosques"
Mengalum Island

Mengalum Island

6.7
4.6/5492 Reviews
"Beaches"
"Islands/Peninsulas"
Manukan Island

Manukan Island

6.3
4.5/5223 Reviews
"Outdoor Diving"
"Beaches"
Gaya Street

Gaya Street

6.2
4.5/5512 Reviews
"Markets"
Mari Mari Cultural Village

Mari Mari Cultural Village

5.8
4.4/579 Reviews
"Villages"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

5.6
4.6/5253 Reviews
"Nature Reserves"
"National Parks"
Sabah State Museum

Sabah State Museum

5.5
4.5/594 Reviews
"Popular Spots"
"Museums"
Mamutik Island

Mamutik Island

5.4
4.5/5125 Reviews
"Campgrounds"
"Beaches"
Filipino Market

Filipino Market

5.2
4.5/536 Reviews
"Markets"
"Featured Neighborhoods"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Kota Kinabalu, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat

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Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

4.5/546 Reviews
Avg. HKD245/person
"Bar/Bistro"
"Spectacular Views"
Ferdinand's

Ferdinand's

4.5/510 Reviews
Avg. HKD333/person
"Western-style"
"Spectacular Views"
Kedai Kopi Seng Hing

Kedai Kopi Seng Hing

4.3/522 Reviews
Avg. HKD24/person
"Southeast Asian"
Restoran Jeti

Restoran Jeti

4.3/556 Reviews
Avg. HKD256/person
"Seafood"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

4.5/5176 Reviews
Avg. HKD187/person
"Seafood"
FIVE SAILS

FIVE SAILS

4.2/520 Reviews
Avg. HKD187/person
"Buffet"
"Spectacular Views"
Gayang Seafood Restaurant, Sulaman Tuaran, Sabah

Gayang Seafood Restaurant, Sulaman Tuaran, Sabah

4.3/552 Reviews
Avg. HKD175/person
"Seafood"
"Spectacular Views"
Kedai Kopi Yee Fung

Kedai Kopi Yee Fung

4.5/5497 Reviews
Avg. HKD30/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Fish Market Restaurant

Fish Market Restaurant

4.4/59 Reviews
Avg. HKD290/person
"Seafood"
Brass Monkey Cafe & Bar

Brass Monkey Cafe & Bar

4.2/59 Reviews
Avg. HKD102/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Shang Palace

Shang Palace

4.4/520 Reviews
Avg. HKD215/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital

Little Italy @ Capital

4.5/576 Reviews
Avg. HKD104/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"

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