Tanjung Aru Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
Our pick of the best Tanjung Aru Hotel Deals
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
traffic was terrible it took 10 minutes to go 300m
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
An excellent ASEAN getaway to a 5 star resort retreat destination to relax, chill and pamper oneself and spouse. Wonderful beach front setting with quality SPA and Fine Dine Theme Restaurants Looking for to our next visit soon 👍
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
Kepayan
When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kampung Air
Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Likas
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.
Alamesra
While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
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