Headout logo. Link to home.
Help
Guided Tours

From Kuala Lumpur: Half-Day Guided Tour to Batu Caves with Optional Lunch

Batu Caves entrance with colorful steps on a half-day tour from Kuala Lumpur.
Batu Caves entrance with colorful steps on a half-day tour from Kuala Lumpur.
Batu Caves entrance with colorful steps and towering statue, Kuala Lumpur half-day tour.
Vintage pewter coffee set at Royal Selangor Pewter Factory

Discover Kuala Lumpur as you visit the Batu Caves and some beautiful Hindu shrines, with an English guide. You can also choose from private tour & lunch options.

Highlights

  • Head to Batu Caves on a half-day tour, famous for its Hindu shrines and limestone rock that is over 400 million years old. Enjoy the convenience of hotel transfers and an English guide!

  • See the mammoth, 140-foot statue of Lord Murugan and follow vivid murals of Hindu scripture at different smaller caves. Spot the macaques that live on the lush cliff!

  • Upgrade your ticket for a private tour or lunch options. Visit the National Mosque of Malaysia, located on 13 acres of green space and beautiful gardens.

  • Continue to Thean Hou Temple, a 6-tiered pagoda temple atop a hill. Meanwhile, the famous Petaling Street comes alive in the evening, where you can taste local delicacies and buy souvenirs.

  • Fun fact: Archaeologists have found prehistoric relics in Batu Caves, suggesting that ancient civilizations once lived in or near these caves over 3,000 years ago!

Inclusions

  • Half-day tour of Batu Caves

  • Shared tour

  • Private half-day tour of Batu Caves & temples (as per option selected)

  • English-speaking driver cum guide

  • Hotel transfers in AC vehicle (as per option selected)

  • Entry to Batu Caves

  • Thean Hou Temple visit

  • Petaling Street visit

  • National Mosque of Malaysia visit

  • Central market visit

  • Lunch (as per option selected)

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

4.4
34 ratings
5/5
25
4/5
4
3/5
2
2/5
1
1/5
2
  • New Zealand
  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Spain
  • India
  • Bulgaria
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • France
Guests from New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom and over 10 countries have loved this experience
Parth Manharbhai Patel

Parth

5/5

Oct, 2024

It was good but didnt cover thean hou temple which was mentioned in inclusion, but batu cave and batik factory was good.
Hemant Kumar

Hemant

5/5

Oct, 2024

It was a life time experience. Hard to walk up to the cave but the walk is totally worth it. Loved every step. Great place to visit - friendly and safe, just watch out for the monkey robbers.
Stephen Charles Cofield

Stephen

4/5

Jun, 2024

The guide, I think his name was Sasi, was very informative and entertaining at the same time. Consequently the coach trip went quite quickly. I felt 1.5 hours in the temple was too long, and could have done without the batik shop stop, but otherwise it was very interesting.
Deepak denzil Cardoza

Deepak

5/5

Nov, 2024

Amazing tour guide and worth spent.
Mitchell Wyatt

Mitchell

5/5

Aug, 2024

Was very informative good drive to the batu caves. Raj did very well at explaining everything. Jolly good day

Discover Kuala Lumpur's religious and cultural gems

Experience the rich cultural and religious heritage of Kuala Lumpur on this immersive half-day tour. Depending on the option you select, you'll be picked up in an AC vehicle from your hotel and taken to some of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Your journey begins at the famous Batu Caves, a Hindu temple complex nestled within ancient limestone hills. The 272-step climb rewards you with breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur’s skyline and the opportunity to explore the vibrant cave shrines. Keep an eye out for playful monkeys and marvel at the intricate depictions of Hindu gods in the Ramayana Cave. Your tour also includes a visit to the renowned Royal Selangor Pewter factory, where you can witness traditional Batik painting demonstrations by skilled craftsmen.

National Mosque of Malaysia & Thean Hou Temple

If you opt for the private half-day tour, your next stop will be the National Mosque of Malaysia. Built between 1963 and 1965, this modern architectural wonder is set on 13 acres of serene gardens and can accommodate up to 15,000 worshippers. Its bold design reflects the aspirations of the nation, making it a key cultural landmark.

Explore Thean Hou Temple, a stunning six-tiered Buddhist temple dedicated to the Goddess of Heaven. Built by Kuala Lumpur’s Hainanese community, this temple offers a peaceful retreat with panoramic views of the city from its hilltop location. It’s one of the oldest and largest temples in Southeast Asia, blending Chinese, Buddhist, and Taoist influences.

Final Stops

Before concluding your tour, enjoy lunch if you’ve selected the lunch option, followed by brief visits to a Sikh gurdwara and Brickfield Church. Finally, relax as you're driven back to your hotel, enriched by the day’s discoveries.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

  • Your safety comes first so visitors with back problems, heart problems, and walking disabilities are restricted from participating in this experience.

What's not allowed

  • Strict dress code: For Batu Caves, no shorts, sleeveless shirts, or open-toed shoes. Women must wear long dresses or pants with covered shoulders, while men can wear a tee with knee-length shorts or pants.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs in selected location.

  • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

  • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Pick up zone

Please check your voucher for pick up zones.

Similar experiences you'd love

Skip-The-Line Tickets to Petronas Twin Towers
Landmarks
Tickets to Petronas Twin Towers
Instant confirmation
4.6
Rated 4.57 out of 5.0 from 2509 ratings.
from
MYR 35
Kuala Lumpur city skyline with KL Tower
Combos
KL Tower Tickets
Instant confirmation
4.5
Rated 4.46 out of 5.0 from 93 ratings.
from
MYR 20
Tourists enjoying the Ronda Ronda KL: Kuala Lumpur Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, passing by iconic landmarks in Kuala Lumpur
Hop-on Hop-off Tours Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Instant confirmation
4.0
Rated 3.98 out of 5.0 from 669 ratings.
from
MYR 30
Free cancellation
Chef prepping a dish at ARAS restaurant in KL Tower, Kuala Lumpur
Dining
Dinner Buffet at ARAS 360 Revolving Restaurant in KL Tower with Free Observation Deck Access
4.4
Rated 4.43 out of 5.0 from 214 ratings.
from
MYR 199
Families on a ride at Genting SkyWorld Outdoor Theme Park
Theme Parks
Genting SkyWorlds Outdoor Theme Park Tickets
4.6
Rated 4.63 out of 5.0 from 232 ratings.
from MYR 189
MYR 126
Save up to 33%

World at your tap.

Get the Headout app to get tickets on your phone and access app-only deals. Talk about win-win.
Download iPhone appDownload Android app
iphone

We've served 33 million+ guests and we are here for you

33 million+

Happy customers across 10,000+ experiences

4.4/5

28,000+ verified reviews with 90% excellent score

In the media

Featured and recommended by the best brands

24 x 7 help center

Have a question? Live chat with local experts anywhere, anytime