Petronas Twin Tower
The icon of Kuala Lumpur these cone shaped towers are symbol of a new Malaysia and hardly need an introduction. At 452 meters or 88 stories it is the tallest building in S.E. Asia and 2nd tallest in the World and easily visible from anywhere in the city. Replete with the KLCC Suria Shopping Centre on the ground floor and a massive garden with man made lake and fountains it is not only a commercial centre but also a gathering point and recreational venue for local residents.

Menara Kuala Lumpur (KL Tower)
Address: Jl. Puncak
Description: Another distinctive landmark that can be seen from just about anywhere in the city is the Kuala Lumpur Telecommunications Tower (or more simply, KL Tower). Located right in the heart of the golden triangle at the top of Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, the tower reaches up 421 meters, reportedly making KL Tower the tallest concrete tower in the world. Complete with an observation deck and revolving restaurant Menara KL offers some of the best views of Kuala Lumpur and on a clear day you can see as far as the Straits of Malacca.

Be advised that the revolving restaurant, with only 150 seats, is often fully booked so it is best to call early for a reservation.
Opening hours: daily 10.00am - 8.00pm.
Observation Deck: Adults RM15.00/Children under 12 RM9.00
Public Transport: Monorail to Raja Chulan Station, exit the station turning north along Jl. Raja Chulan. At Jl. P. Ramlee turn left about 500 meters, Jl. Puncak will be on your right (it's quite a steep incline about a kilometer or so up, at night for dinner, take a taxi.)

Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin
Description: Old train depots are fascinating and Kuala Lumpur Railway Station is no exception - perhaps more so. One of Kuala Lumpur's most famous (and favorite) colonial period landmarks the station was built in 1910 and served as KL's main train depot until the last intercity train pulled out of the station on 15 April 2001. Designed by A B Hubbock (the same man who designed Gedung Sultan Abdul Samad) it is another grand example of neo-Moorish architectural style with its mixture of spires, minarets, towers, cupolas and arches.

Whilst the building underwent extensive renovation in 1986, unfortunately it has not been kept up as well as it deserves to be - nonetheless being easy enough to get to it is still worth visiting. And for those looking for a bit of nostalgia take a moment and have a cupper or cold beer at Charley's and listen for one of KTM locomotives that still pass through from time to time.
Hours: 24 hours daily
Public Transport: Putra LRT to Pasar Seni Station exit south along Jl. Sultan Mohamed about 1 kilometre.

Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Address: Jalan Raja
Description: With its distinctive neo-Moorish design and 43 meter high clock tower, red and white brick facade and copper domed towers, Gedung Sultan Abdul Samad is perhaps Kuala Lumpur's most photographed landmark. Just across the street from Merdeka Square, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building was designed by A. B. Hubbock and built in 1897 to house British government offices. Nowadays it is home to Malaysia's Supreme Court.
Hours: Not open to the public.
Public Transport: Star LRT to Masjid Jamek Station. Exiting the station turn north walk 1 block to Jl. Raja, turn left and you'll see the building. Using the Monorail, go Hang Tuah station, transfer to the Star LRT and follow above directions.

Masjid Negara (National Mosque)
Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin
Description: Malaysia's National Mosque built in 1960 with a 73m high minaret is one of the largest modern mosques in SE Asia - able to accommodate up to 8,000 worshippers. The main dome's 18 point star symbolizes the 13 states of Malaysia and the 5 pillars of Islam.

It is open to the public (non-Muslims may enter except during prayer times) but be advised that 'suitable dress' is required - robes are provided for visitors wearing short skirts or shorts.
Hours: Sat -Thu 9.00am - 6.00pm, Fri 2.45am - 6.00pm.

Masjid Jame (Jame Mosque)
Address: Jalan Tun Perak
Description: Situated at the confluence Klang and Gombak Rivers (on the spot considered to be the birthplace of modern day Kuala Lumpur) this picturesque mosque was designed by the same architect of Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and Gedung Sultan Abdul Samad in 1909. With its splendid concoction of Indian and Muslim architecture accentuated with onion shaped domes, arched colonnades, pointed minarets and striking red and white bricks Masid Jame is yet another beautiful example of neo-Moorish design that accentuates Kuala Lumpur.
Hours: Daily except during prayer times.
Public Transport: Star LRT to Masjid Jamek Station it can be seen when you exit the station. Using the Monorail, go Hang Tuah station, transfer to the Star LRT.

St Mary's Cathedral
Address: Jalan Raja
Description: Consecrated as St. Mary's Church in 1887 this small Anglican Church started as an unpretentious wooden building along Bluff Road atop of the hill now known as Bukit Aman. With a growing congregation a decision was made in 1893 for a new, larger church. Parishoners and some locals (most prominent among them was Yap Ah Loy, "the Captain China", who himself donated $1000) raised some $5,000 and the Government of Selangor provided the additional $5000 needed for the new church. With money in hand The site selected for the new Church was built in its present day location beside the 'Padang" (now the Royal Selangor Club Padang). Whilst there have bee modifications over the years the building is, as Cathedrals go, small and unpretentious. It was in September 1983 that the church was proclaimed the Cathedral Church.
Hours: Daily except during prayer times.
Public Transport: Star LRT to Masjid Jamek Station. Exiting the station turn north walk 1 block to Jl. Raja, cross Jl. Raja to see the building. Using the Monorail, go Hang Tuah station, transfer to the Star LRT and follow above directions.