Batu Caves is a must-visit destination, blending culture, religion, and nature. This half-day tour allows you to explore its iconic limestone formations, temples, and vibrant shrines, making it an enriching cultural experience.
Headout is an authorized and trusted partner of the venue, offering curated experiences to enjoy this attraction.
Kuala Lumpur
Guests will be picked up from their hotels in the Golden Triangle area (except Pudu).
1
Jadi Batek Batik Factory
Tickets included
25 minutes
2
Batu Caves
Tickets included
3
Kuala Lumpur
1
Jadi Batek Batik Factory
Tickets included
25 minutes
2
Batu Caves
Tickets included
3
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Guests will be picked up from their hotels in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
30 minutes
2
Thean Hou Temple
30 min
Tickets included
13 minutes
3
Petaling Street Market
30 min
Free Admission
10 minutes
4
National Mosque of Malaysia
30 min
Free Admission
7 minutes
5
Central Market
30 min
Free Admission
6
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Guests will be picked up from their hotels in Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
25 minutes
2
Thean Hou Temple
30 min
Free Admission
15 minutes
3
Petaling Street Market
30 min
Free Admission
10 minutes
4
National Mosque of Malaysia
30 min
Free Admission
10 minutes
5
Central Market
30 min
Free Admission
Lunch
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch from a variety of stalls in Central Market serving street food from India, China, and Malaysia.
Inclusions
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
21 minutes
2
Petronas Towers
60 min
Tickets included
16 minutes
3
Chinatown
30 min
Free Admission
5 km
4
Merdeka Square
15 min
Free Admission
3 minutes
5
Central Market
30 min
Free Admission
Central Market is a vibrant hub for local culture and crafts. Housed in a beautifully restored art deco building, it’s an excellent spot for unique souvenirs, local art, and traditional Malaysian cuisine. The market also hosts regular cultural performances, adding to its lively atmosphere.
15 minutes
6
Perdana Botanical Garden
9 min
Free Admission
7
National Mosque of Malaysia
15 min
Free Admission
5 minutes
8
National Monument, Kuala Lumpur
30 min
Free Admission
8 minutes
9
Istana Negara
20 min
Free Admission
8 minutes
10
Thaen Hou Temple
30 min
Free Admission
13 minutes
11
Kuala Lumpur
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
21 minutes
2
Petronas Towers
60 min
Tickets not included
16 minutes
3
Central Market
30 min
Free Admission
Central Market is a vibrant hub for local culture and crafts. Housed in a beautifully restored art deco building, it’s an excellent spot for unique souvenirs, local art, and traditional Malaysian cuisine. The market also hosts regular cultural performances, adding to its lively atmosphere.
14 minutes
4
National Monument, Kuala Lumpur
30 min
Free Admission
10 minutes
5
Thaen Hou Temple
30 min
Free Admission
13 minutes
6
National Mosque of Malaysia
15 min
Free Admission
7
Merdeka Square
15 min
Free Admission
7 minutes
8
101 Av. de la Bourdonnais
15 min
Free Admission
9
Jadi Batek Gallery
30 min
10
St. Wolfgang
30 min
Free Admission
11
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Guests will be picked up from one of the following pick-up points:
35 minutes
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
30 minutes
2
Istana Negara
20 min
Tickets included
19 minutes
Perdana Botanical Garden
3
National Mosque of Malaysia
20 min
Tickets included
5 minutes
4
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
10 min
Free Admission
8 minutes
5
Merdeka Sqaure
20 min
Free Admission
11 minutes
6
River of Life
25 min
Tickets included
24 minutes
Golden Triangle Kuala Lumpur
7
Petronas Towers
20 min
Tickets not included
13 minutes
Kuala Lumpur Tower
8
Live Batik Painting (Optional)
Tickets included
This workshop offers a hands-on experience of the traditional art of batik making. You can learn about the techniques and even create your own piece. It’s a wonderful cultural experience that supports local artisans.
9
Belice Chocolate Kingdom (Optional)
15 min
Tickets included
A sweet stop for chocolate lovers, this kingdom offers a variety of artisanal chocolates. You can taste samples and learn about the chocolate-making process. It’s a delicious way to unwind and indulge in some local treats.
13
Kuala Lumpur
35 minutes
1
Batu Caves
60 min
Tickets included
30 minutes
2
Istana Negara
20 min
Tickets included
19 minutes
Perdana Botanical Garden
3
National Mosque of Malaysia
20 min
Tickets included
5 minutes
4
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
10 min
Free Admission
8 minutes
5
Merdeka Sqaure
20 min
Free Admission
11 minutes
6
River of Life
25 min
Tickets included
24 minutes
Golden Triangle Kuala Lumpur
7
Petronas Towers
20 min
Tickets not included
13 minutes
Kuala Lumpur Tower
8
Live Batik Painting (Optional)
Tickets included
This workshop offers a hands-on experience of the traditional art of batik making. You can learn about the techniques and even create your own piece. It’s a wonderful cultural experience that supports local artisans.
9
Belice Chocolate Kingdom (Optional)
15 min
Tickets included
A sweet stop for chocolate lovers, this kingdom offers a variety of artisanal chocolates. You can taste samples and learn about the chocolate-making process. It’s a delicious way to unwind and indulge in some local treats.
13
Kuala Lumpur
Tour Kuala Lumpur City and Batu Caves with the flexibility to choose between a half-day or full-day, private or shared tour—perfect for travelers who want to explore KL in a day
Tour Kuala Lumpur City and Batu Caves with the flexibility to choose between a half-day or full-day, private or shared tour—perfect for travelers who want to explore KL in a day
Inclusions
Exclusions
Kuala Lumpur
1
Batu Caves
Free Admission
2
Colmar Tropicale
3 attractions
Tickets included
1. Japanese Village
Tickets included (based on selection)
2. Botanical Garden
Tickets included
3. Rabbit Park
Tickets included
44.4 km
46 minutes
3
Kuala Lumpur
Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers looking for a scenic escape to the highlands of Malaysia and Batu Caves!
Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers looking for a scenic escape to the highlands of Malaysia and Batu Caves!
Inclusions
Exclusions
15.3 km
29 minutes
1
Batu Caves
1 activities
Free Admission
Local Product Shopping
Additional cost (on-site)
Explore stalls offering traditional Malaysian souvenirs, handicrafts, and local delicacies.
34 km
37 minutes
2
Awana SkyWay
Tickets included
5.2 km
10 minutes
3
Chin Swee Temple
Free Admission
3.2 km
8 minutes
4
Genting Highlands
Tickets not included
5
Berjaya Times Square Main Entrance
Kuala Lumpur
1
Batu Caves
1 activities
Free Admission
Local Product Shopping
Additional cost (on-site)
Explore stalls offering traditional Malaysian souvenirs, handicrafts, and local delicacies.
34 km
37 minutes
2
Awana SkyWay
Tickets included
5.2 km
10 minutes
3
Chin Swee Temple
Free Admission
3.2 km
8 minutes
4
Genting Highlands
Tickets not included
5
Kuala Lumpur
Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking a scenic escape to the highlands in a budget-friendly way!
Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking a scenic escape to the highlands in a budget-friendly way!
Inclusions
Exclusions
Kuala Lumpur
1
Istana Negara
Free Admission
6.5 km
20 minutes
2
National Monument, Kuala Lumpur
Free Admission
4.3 km
9 minutes
3
National Mosque of Malaysia
Free Admission
1.2 km
5 minutes
4
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
Free Admission
2 km
9 minutes
5
Merdeka Square
Free Admission
2.6 km
11 minutes
6
River of Life
Free Admission
8.4 km
22 minutes
Golden Triangle Kuala Lumpur
7
Petronas Towers
Tickets not included
2.3 km
12 minutes
8
Kuala Lumpur Tower
Tickets not included
13.7 km
39 minutes
9
Batu Caves
Free Admission
52.5 km
66 minutes
10
Sri Shakti Dhevasthanam Bukit Rotan
Free Admission
9.8 km
16 minutes
11
Malawati Hill
Free Admission
3.1 km
9 minutes
12
Yang Ming Seafood Restaurant
Free Admission
A favorite for seafood lovers, Yang Ming offers fresh seafood dishes in a cozy setting.
Seafood Dinner
Dinner
Enjoy an incredible seafood dinner where you'll get to sample delicious Chinese seafood delicacies.
13
Kampung Kuantan Fireflies Park
Tickets included
15
Kuala Lumpur
Inclusions
Exclusions
Inclusions
Batu Caves | National Mosque | Thean Hou Temple | China Town | Little India | Central Market
Batu Caves is a must-visit destination, blending culture, religion, and nature. This half-day tour allows you to explore its iconic limestone formations, temples, and vibrant shrines, making it an enriching cultural experience.
A Batu Caves tour generally lasts about 3 hours. If you opt to do just a Batu Caves tour, then you can pick between 9am and 2pm, and combo tours each have different entry times depending on the tour you choose.
The best time to visit Batu Caves is in the early morning, around 7am to 9am, to avoid the heat and crowds.
Address: Batu Caves, Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia.
Batu Caves are a renowned limestone hill in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia, featuring a series of caves and cave temples. It is a significant Hindu religious site, dedicated to Lord Murugan, and is famous for its towering golden statue and the annual Thaipusam festival.
Batu Caves tours mostly come in either half-day or full-day tours, where you can opt to see just the Batu Caves or include sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur. Alternatively, you can also combine a tour of Batu Caves with another popular place in Malaysia, like Colmar Tropicale or Genting Highlands.
Yes, tickets for certain attractions and guided tours of Batu Caves are available online!
Batu Caves tours start at 40RM and can go up to 700RM, depending on your add-ons and the combo options you select.
Batu Caves is accessible by train, bus, or car. The KTM Komuter train from KL Sentral to Batu Caves station is a convenient option. Buses and taxis are also available from various parts of Kuala Lumpur.
Batu Caves is situated approximately 13 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur, in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia.
The 42.7-meter-tall golden statue of Lord Murugan and colorful steps leading to the Temple Cave are what’s popular. Additionally, the Ramayana Cave, depicting scenes from the epic Ramayana and the annual Thaipusam festival, attracting thousands of devotees are quite popular.
Batu Caves is generally open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. However, timings may vary for specific attractions within the complex.
Facilities include restrooms, souvenir shops, food stalls, and parking areas. Some attractions may have additional amenities.
The main Temple Cave requires ascending 272 steps, which may not be accessible for wheelchair users.
Yes, photography is allowed in most areas of Batu Caves. Visitors are encouraged to capture the vibrant surroundings while being respectful of worshippers.
Absolutely. Batu Caves offers a unique blend of cultural, religious, and natural attractions, making it a must-visit destination near Kuala Lumpur.