Kota Kinabalu Guide
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Sights and Attractionsof Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of Sabah. It is also the major entry point for travellers to Sabah and a good gateway to most wildlife and nature attractions on Borneo. Kota Kinabalu's attractions and tours include Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Street (Sunday Market), Handicraft Market, Aquarium & Marine Museum, Ka'andaman Traditional Healing Garden, Kipandi Butterfly Park, KK Esplanade,Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre, Atkinson Clock Tower, Petagas War Memorial, Double Six Monument, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, North Borneo Railway, Puh Toh Tze Temple, City Mosque, Sabah State Mosque, St. Michael's Church Penampang, Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and Mari Mari Cultural Village.
Hotels and Accommodation
Kota Kinabalu offers a large selection of 3, 4,5 star hotels and resorts for the business and leisure traveller. There are also guesthouses, hostels and backpackers for travellers on budget. Several of Sabah's top resorts are located just outside Kota Kinabalu.
Food and Drink in Kota Kinabalu
There is a good selection of restaurants serving delicious local food and international cuisine. Prices at local restaurants and eateries are usually very attractive and the local dishes, which include a variety of seafood, meat or vegetable dishes can be very tasty.
Sports
Kota Kinabalu and its surroundings offer access to golf courses, good dive sites, attractive walking and jungle trekking
Getting to Kota Kinabalu
Most visitors arrive by plane from within Malaysia or from abroad. The international airport is just outside Kota Kinabalu. Taxis can be easily hired from the airport. Some hotels can also offer a pickup service. There may be public transport at certain times of the day.
Weather and Best Time to Travel
Best time to travel to Kota Kinabalu is usually during the dry season.
Kota Kinabalu Maps
A map of Kota Kinabalu may be obtained from the Malaysia tourist promotion boards, local tourist offices or from book stores focusing on travel guides.