What to do in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu
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Kota Kinabalu

Places to Visit in Kota Kinabalu

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What to do in Kota Kinabalu


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Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(42 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point.

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Tanjung Aru

5/5(4 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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.

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Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

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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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Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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