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PLACES MUST GO! 🕌🏛⛩

Main tourist attractions for you to tick off before leaving Kuala Terengganu city
The first drawbridge in South East Asia with 638 metres. Climb up straight to the top to enjoy the scenic sea view connecting Kuala Terengganu city and Seberang Takir. If you’re lucky you may have the chance to witness the opening of the “bascule” for the ships to pass through
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Draw Bridge kuala terengganu
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The first drawbridge in South East Asia with 638 metres. Climb up straight to the top to enjoy the scenic sea view connecting Kuala Terengganu city and Seberang Takir. If you’re lucky you may have the chance to witness the opening of the “bascule” for the ships to pass through
Also known as “Masjid Putih” by the locals, one of the oldest mosque in Terengganu with unique architecture
Meczet Abidin
Jalan Masjid Abidin
Also known as “Masjid Putih” by the locals, one of the oldest mosque in Terengganu with unique architecture
One of the biggest Batik Pavillion with variety of hand-drawn and printed batik for both women and men
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Noor Arfa Craft Complex
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One of the biggest Batik Pavillion with variety of hand-drawn and printed batik for both women and men
A living museum displaying the making of various traditional locally made crafts including Batik Sutera, Songket Tenun, Anyaman Mengkuang, and Hiasan Tembaga. Visitors may purchase the readily made crafts or a customized design to bring back home
Perbadanan Kemajuan Kraftangan Malaysia Cawangan Terengganu
A living museum displaying the making of various traditional locally made crafts including Batik Sutera, Songket Tenun, Anyaman Mengkuang, and Hiasan Tembaga. Visitors may purchase the readily made crafts or a customized design to bring back home
Built with high quality steel and glass giving the “Crystal” appearance which is inspired by the Moor and Gothic architecture. Located by the estuary, facing the Sungai Terengganu view which can be viewed from Kuala Terengganu Drawbridge
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Masjid Kristal
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Built with high quality steel and glass giving the “Crystal” appearance which is inspired by the Moor and Gothic architecture. Located by the estuary, facing the Sungai Terengganu view which can be viewed from Kuala Terengganu Drawbridge
A town built in the 19th century during the migration of Chinese people from the Mainland of China. Most of the buildings are still well preserved and currently operated as cafes, craft shops, lodgings and offices
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Chinatown, Kuala Terengganu
162 Jalan Kampung Cina
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A town built in the 19th century during the migration of Chinese people from the Mainland of China. Most of the buildings are still well preserved and currently operated as cafes, craft shops, lodgings and offices
A local favourite place to spend their time with friends and family. Located next to Kampung Cina (Chinatown) which is used to be the estuary, and currently converted into a waterfront. Just park your vehicle and enjoy strolling around the place
Pulau Warisan KT
Jalan Kampung Cina
A local favourite place to spend their time with friends and family. Located next to Kampung Cina (Chinatown) which is used to be the estuary, and currently converted into a waterfront. Just park your vehicle and enjoy strolling around the place
Connected to the city by Sultan Mahmud Bridge, a platform for local seasonal artwork exhibition and festival
Pulau Duyong
Connected to the city by Sultan Mahmud Bridge, a platform for local seasonal artwork exhibition and festival
The biggest museum in Malaysia and South East Asia, the architecture was inspired by the traditional Terengganu palaces. Start your tour in the morning so you can cover most of the exhibits.
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Terengganu State Museum
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The biggest museum in Malaysia and South East Asia, the architecture was inspired by the traditional Terengganu palaces. Start your tour in the morning so you can cover most of the exhibits.
A newly introduced tourism attractions with the concept of “Traditional Village” exhibiting the old local lifestyle, culture and performance
Kampung Budaya Terengganu
A newly introduced tourism attractions with the concept of “Traditional Village” exhibiting the old local lifestyle, culture and performance
One of Chinatown’s most attractive building with compact and colourful riot of red and gold architecture. Explore the “wishing tree” behind the temple
Ho Ann Kiong Temple
183 Jalan Kampung Cina
One of Chinatown’s most attractive building with compact and colourful riot of red and gold architecture. Explore the “wishing tree” behind the temple
Known as the fort during the ancient time, situated at the hill nearby Pasar Payang. The place requires you to climb up a flight of stairs but the view is just worth it! (there’s an escalator provided at the first entrance)
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Bukit Puteri
Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
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Known as the fort during the ancient time, situated at the hill nearby Pasar Payang. The place requires you to climb up a flight of stairs but the view is just worth it! (there’s an escalator provided at the first entrance)

ACTIVITIES MUST DO! ⛷ 🏟🚲🚣🏻

Participate in recommended tourism experience while enjoying the local sight seeing
A miniature of Islamic historic monuments around the world including MasjidilHaram, Masjid Al Aqsa, Taj Mahal and many more. You can choose to walk through the trail or rent a bike!
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Park Taman Tamadun Islam
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A miniature of Islamic historic monuments around the world including MasjidilHaram, Masjid Al Aqsa, Taj Mahal and many more. You can choose to walk through the trail or rent a bike!
For those who love adventure, Sekayu Waterfalls offers you a tropical experience with cool water for you to dip in. Activities preferably conducted in a group to ensure your safety
Sekayu, Malaysia
For those who love adventure, Sekayu Waterfalls offers you a tropical experience with cool water for you to dip in. Activities preferably conducted in a group to ensure your safety
Spend another at least two days at the island and participate in all adventurous activities and sightseeing provided by the ground tour guide
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Redang Island
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Spend another at least two days at the island and participate in all adventurous activities and sightseeing provided by the ground tour guide
If you want to experience the beach life but with limited time, Pulau Kapas is a great choice for a day trip. Start your day early so you won’t miss out all the sunrise and sunset
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Kapas Island
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If you want to experience the beach life but with limited time, Pulau Kapas is a great choice for a day trip. Start your day early so you won’t miss out all the sunrise and sunset
The jetty is located at Kuala Besut (Besut District). From the city it may require up to 2 hours to go the jetty. The boat ride is approximately 40 minutes
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Perhentian Island Resort
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The jetty is located at Kuala Besut (Besut District). From the city it may require up to 2 hours to go the jetty. The boat ride is approximately 40 minutes
The cruise trip provides you the signature background of Kuala Terengganu Drawbridge
TTI River Cruise
The cruise trip provides you the signature background of Kuala Terengganu Drawbridge
The signature signboard “Allah Peliharakanlah Terengganu” welcomes everyone to Terengganu which can be viewed from Sultan Mahmud Bridge. Local favourite for jogging and hiking.
Bukit Besar
The signature signboard “Allah Peliharakanlah Terengganu” welcomes everyone to Terengganu which can be viewed from Sultan Mahmud Bridge. Local favourite for jogging and hiking.

FOOD MUST EAT! 🥘 🍲 🍚

Favourite local authentic delights
The local signature meals usually eat during breakfast. Plan your trip early as the queue might take some time
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Nasi Dagang Atas Tol
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The local signature meals usually eat during breakfast. Plan your trip early as the queue might take some time
The famous deep fried seafood especially the squid! Crabs, fish, prawns and other seafood were freshly cooked kn the same manner
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Warung Pok Nong
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The famous deep fried seafood especially the squid! Crabs, fish, prawns and other seafood were freshly cooked kn the same manner
Authentic fish crackers that used to be the local favourite tea time meal. Nowadays they provided packaged goods especially for tourist to bring back home via plane or bus
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Keropok Warisan Losong
74 Jalan Kuala Hiliran
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Authentic fish crackers that used to be the local favourite tea time meal. Nowadays they provided packaged goods especially for tourist to bring back home via plane or bus
Traditional version of breakfast buffet. The restaurant provides a variety of local breakfast which us usually prepared by different local sellers.
Warong Atap Nipoh
1590 Jalan Panji Alam
Traditional version of breakfast buffet. The restaurant provides a variety of local breakfast which us usually prepared by different local sellers.
One of the local’s choice for Nasi Kerabu. Choose variety of condiments to go with the main menu according to your preferences.
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Fauzi Nasi Kerabu
Jalan Sultan Sulaiman
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One of the local’s choice for Nasi Kerabu. Choose variety of condiments to go with the main menu according to your preferences.
As Nasi Lemak is one of the Malaysia’s Signature, this place offers variety of side dishes to go with Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak Kimia
Jalan Cerong Lanjut
As Nasi Lemak is one of the Malaysia’s Signature, this place offers variety of side dishes to go with Nasi Lemak
Local favourite lunch spot. Authentic Terengganu and Melayu dishes including Budu!
Restaurant Singgang Budu
Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
Local favourite lunch spot. Authentic Terengganu and Melayu dishes including Budu!
Local lunch spot for Malay cuisine including Ikan Panggang, Ikan Singgang, Budu and many more!
Restoran Mat Kedai Binjai
Jalan Sultan Sulaiman
Local lunch spot for Malay cuisine including Ikan Panggang, Ikan Singgang, Budu and many more!
Suitable for having dinner especially in a large group. The restaurant offers sets of dishes which can be enjoyed together
Paradise Deluxe Restaurant
543 Jalan TM Bukit Besar
Suitable for having dinner especially in a large group. The restaurant offers sets of dishes which can be enjoyed together
Dinner spot with Siamese-Malay fusion cuisine. Great ambiance and interior
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NR Cafe
Lot 24354 Jalan Kubang Badak
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Dinner spot with Siamese-Malay fusion cuisine. Great ambiance and interior
Very fast and efficient service for Nasi Ayam, a Chinese-Malay fusion recipe, local favourite lunch spot
Nasi Ayam Yunnan
36 Medan Selera
Very fast and efficient service for Nasi Ayam, a Chinese-Malay fusion recipe, local favourite lunch spot

THE NEIGHBOURHOOD 🏘🏡🚦

Several places within few kilometres away from the apartment building
The newly operated shopping mall located within the neighbourhood
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KTCC MALL
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The newly operated shopping mall located within the neighbourhood
Free access sew view within walking distance! Enjoy the tranquility while strolling along the shore. Street food available alongside the beach. Be careful this beach is not safe for swimming or surfing.
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Batu Buruk
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Free access sew view within walking distance! Enjoy the tranquility while strolling along the shore. Street food available alongside the beach. Be careful this beach is not safe for swimming or surfing.
For unfortunate event, 24-hour Accident & Emergency Department is available inside the General Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah
Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah Kuala Terengganu
For unfortunate event, 24-hour Accident & Emergency Department is available inside the General Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah
Kopitiam theme cafe for comfort food within the neighbourhood
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Uncle Chua Signature
Lot 3546 & 3547 Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
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Kopitiam theme cafe for comfort food within the neighbourhood
Adhoc planning for birthday party? Get your birthday cakes nearby
Secret Recipe Wisma Cemerlang Kuala Terengganu
217 Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
Adhoc planning for birthday party? Get your birthday cakes nearby
Lunch spot located just in front of the main entrance. Serving Malay cuisine with variety of poultry, meat and fish dishes
Restoran Sajian Arzeck
Lunch spot located just in front of the main entrance. Serving Malay cuisine with variety of poultry, meat and fish dishes
Getting around the state by bus? Here is the bus station with ticket counters
Majlis Bandaraya Kuala Terengganu
Getting around the state by bus? Here is the bus station with ticket counters
DHL Courier Service if you need to send your large parcel
DHL Express ServicePoint - Kuala Terengganu
Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
DHL Courier Service if you need to send your large parcel

Porady dla podróżnych

Poruszanie się po okolicy

E-hailing Services is the most suitable mode for commute

The city public transport is available however there’s only limited bus stops. Just simply download the mobile apps GrabCar for e-hailing services. Alternatively you can rent a car from the local car rental services. If you book a trip with an agent, they may provide their vehicle for city tour
Zwyczaje i kultura

Footwear is usually not permitted inside the locals’ house

If you ever visited a local house, they usually expect you to leave your footwear outside especially religious buildings such as the mosques.
Nie przegap

Don’t forget to bring frozen keropok back to your city

On your last day in the city, revisited the keropok shops to buy few packages of frozen keropok back to your hometown. Alternatively, if you buy them earlier, you can store them in our freezer, but don’t forget to check it out upon check out!
Zarezerwuj, zanim wyruszysz

The boat ride to the islands

If you’re planning to go to the islands (Redang, Kapas, or Perhentian) you are advised to book your boat ride and ground itinerary earlier to save some time
Co spakować

Umbrella and pocket fan

Since Malaysia is a tropical climate, the weather is usually uncertain. You may wanna ready with an umbrella if it gets too hot or rain heavily. A pocket fan during hot summer days are really helpful
Przydatne zwroty

Berapa “Riya”?

Instead of asking how many Ringgits (Berapa Ringgit)? You may use the phrase “Berapa Riya” as some locals interchangeably use the word “Riya” for “Ringgit”
Podróżowanie z dziećmi

Be careful with your baby strollers

As the city is not really child-friendly, please be careful while pushing your baby strollers especially at the busy crossroads, alongside the road or some unpaved walkway
Jak zaoszczędzić

If you’re in a group buy local goods in bulk

Buying local goods in bulk may help you to get a lot of discount. If you possess some bargaining skills, you may get a lot more discount!