Climb the Sacred Batu Caves Temple Complex
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • 
Must Do
Must DoKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Jul, Aug
23°C – 31°C, january in batu caves features tropical temperatures with daytime highs around 31°c and nighttime lows near 22, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 31°C, january in batu caves features tropical temperatures with daytime highs around 31°c and nighttime lows near 22, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
272 steps; not wheelchair accessible.
272 steps; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
High
Entry is free; a great budget-friendly experience.
Entry is free; a great budget-friendly experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples found the cultural experience and views utterly breathtaking. A must-do!
Spiritual Journey
Visitors felt a sense of awe and peace. A great spot to explore together as a couple.
Great Photos
Perfect for couples who love taking photos. The colorful steps are picture perfect!
Too Crowded
Couples reported feeling overwhelmed by crowds, especially on weekends and holidays.
Hot Climb
The stairs were a challenge in the heat, so bring water and be prepared!
Monkey Trouble
Couples were warned to watch their belongings due to cheeky monkeys at the site.
Hours of operation
Monday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
23-32°C
February maintains tropical conditions with daytime temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C and nighttime lows around 22.5°C. Rainfall averages 174 mm over about 14 rainy days.
February maintains tropical conditions with daytime temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C and nighttime lows around 22.5°C. Rainfall averages 174 mm over about 14 rainy days.
Open
No specific restrictions.
No specific restrictions.
Recommended
February offers warm weather with moderate rainfall and manageable crowd levels. It's a good time to visit for those seeking a balance between cultural experiences and comfort.
February offers warm weather with moderate rainfall and manageable crowd levels. It's a good time to visit for those seeking a balance between cultural experiences and comfort.
March
MEDIUM
23-32°C
March experiences tropical temperatures with highs around 32.3°C and lows near 23.2°C. Rainfall increases to an average of 268 mm over approximately 18 rainy days.
March experiences tropical temperatures with highs around 32.3°C and lows near 23.2°C. Rainfall increases to an average of 268 mm over approximately 18 rainy days.
Open
No specific restrictions.
No specific restrictions.
Recommended
March sees warmer temperatures and increased rainfall. While the weather is more humid, the crowds are manageable, making it a suitable time for visitors who don't mind occasional showers.
March sees warmer temperatures and increased rainfall. While the weather is more humid, the crowds are manageable, making it a suitable time for visitors who don't mind occasional showers.
April
LOW
24-33°C
April is characterized by hot temperatures with highs reaching 32.5°C and lows around 23.8°C. It is one of the wetter months, with average rainfall of 300 mm over about 20 rainy days.
April is characterized by hot temperatures with highs reaching 32.5°C and lows around 23.8°C. It is one of the wetter months, with average rainfall of 300 mm over about 20 rainy days.
Open
No specific restrictions.
No specific restrictions.
Recommended
April offers warmer temperatures and higher rainfall, leading to lush surroundings. With fewer crowds and standard prices, it's a good time for visitors who prefer a quieter experience and don't mind the rain.
April offers warmer temperatures and higher rainfall, leading to lush surroundings. With fewer crowds and standard prices, it's a good time for visitors who prefer a quieter experience and don't mind the rain.
May
MEDIUM
23-30°C
May experiences warm temperatures with average highs around 30°C and lows near 23.4°C. Rainfall is moderate, with approximately 122mm over 27.2 days, indicating frequent but manageable showers.
May experiences warm temperatures with average highs around 30°C and lows near 23.4°C. Rainfall is moderate, with approximately 122mm over 27.2 days, indicating frequent but manageable showers.
Open
No significant restrictions; all areas are accessible.
No significant restrictions; all areas are accessible.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant climate with moderate rainfall and manageable crowd levels, making it a favorable time to visit the Batu Caves.
May offers a pleasant climate with moderate rainfall and manageable crowd levels, making it a favorable time to visit the Batu Caves.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab provide direct access from Kuala Lumpur city center. Drop-off is available near the main entrance.
Train
Recommended
The KTM Komuter train offers a direct route from KL Sentral to Batu Caves Komuter station (KC05), a short walk from the temple complex.
Bus
Several RapidKL bus routes, including bus number 173, service the area near Batu Caves. Board the bus from the Central Market area.
Car
Drive via the Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2). Paid parking is available near the temple complex.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
