Walk Through Vibrant Petaling Street Chinatown
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Dec
24°C – 32°C, june brings slightly cooler temperatures with daytime highs around 32°c and nighttime lows at 24°c, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 32°C, june brings slightly cooler temperatures with daytime highs around 32°c and nighttime lows at 24°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Uneven terrain and stairs; limited wheelchair access.
Uneven terrain and stairs; limited wheelchair access.
Value for money
Medium
Diverse options and prices, with room for negotiation.
Diverse options and prices, with room for negotiation.
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Summarised by AI
Vibrant Atmosphere
Couples loved the bustling energy and romantic lantern-lit evenings in Chinatown.
Delicious Food
Travelers raved about the diverse street food, perfect for sharing and tasting new things!
Cultural Gems
Couples enjoyed exploring temples and Kwai Chai Hong for unique photo ops.
Overcrowded Streets
Visitors found it hard to navigate the crowds, especially during peak hours and weekends.
Counterfeit Goods
Travelers warned about the prevalence of fake products; shop carefully for authenticity.
Haggling Required
Some couples found the constant haggling tiring and time-consuming during their visit.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 10:00 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
December
HIGH
23-31°C
December continues to experience heavy rainfall, averaging 301mm over 21 days. Temperatures remain warm, with an average of 27°C.
December continues to experience heavy rainfall, averaging 301mm over 21 days. Temperatures remain warm, with an average of 27°C.
Open
High tourist demand may lead to limited availability of accommodations and higher prices. Heavy rainfall can also affect outdoor activities.
High tourist demand may lead to limited availability of accommodations and higher prices. Heavy rainfall can also affect outdoor activities.
Recommended
December offers festive celebrations and vibrant markets, making it an exciting time to visit. However, be prepared for larger crowds, higher prices, and frequent rain. Booking accommodations in advance is recommended.
December offers festive celebrations and vibrant markets, making it an exciting time to visit. However, be prepared for larger crowds, higher prices, and frequent rain. Booking accommodations in advance is recommended.
January
MEDIUM
23-32°C
Warm temperatures with occasional rainfall; average high of 32°C and low of 23°C.
Warm temperatures with occasional rainfall; average high of 32°C and low of 23°C.
Open
Some businesses may have altered hours during Chinese New Year.
Some businesses may have altered hours during Chinese New Year.
Recommended
January offers warm weather with occasional rain, making it suitable for exploring Petaling Street Chinatown. Be mindful of Chinese New Year festivities, which can lead to increased crowds and some business closures.
January offers warm weather with occasional rain, making it suitable for exploring Petaling Street Chinatown. Be mindful of Chinese New Year festivities, which can lead to increased crowds and some business closures.
February
MEDIUM
24-33°C
Warm and humid with occasional showers; average high of 33°C and low of 24°C.
Warm and humid with occasional showers; average high of 33°C and low of 24°C.
Open
Some businesses may adjust hours during Thaipusam.
Some businesses may adjust hours during Thaipusam.
Recommended
February's warm and humid conditions are ideal for visiting Chinatown. Thaipusam festivities add cultural vibrancy but may affect crowd levels and business operations.
February's warm and humid conditions are ideal for visiting Chinatown. Thaipusam festivities add cultural vibrancy but may affect crowd levels and business operations.
March
LOW
24-33°C
Increasing temperatures with higher humidity and more frequent rain; average high of 33°C and low of 24°C.
Increasing temperatures with higher humidity and more frequent rain; average high of 33°C and low of 24°C.
Open
No significant restrictions.
No significant restrictions.
Recommended
March sees warmer temperatures and increased rainfall, yet remains a good time to visit Chinatown with fewer crowds and normal pricing.
March sees warmer temperatures and increased rainfall, yet remains a good time to visit Chinatown with fewer crowds and normal pricing.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Metro
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Car
Taxi
Train
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