Things to do in Kota Kinabalu District, Sabah: The Best Sights & Landmarks

July 15, 2021 Timmy Ribble

Discover the best top things to do in Kota Kinabalu District, Malaysia including Kokol Hill, Sri Pasupathinath Alayam, Pillars of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah), Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden, Desa Dairy Farm, Pu Toh Tze Temple, UMS Mosque, Monsopiad Cultural Village.
Restaurants in Kota Kinabalu District

1. Kokol Hill

Kohol Poring Poring Road, Kota Kinabalu Malaysia +60 16-672 5124 http://www.facebook.com/pgchriskokol
Excellent
46%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
14%
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1%
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4.5 based on 130 reviews

Kokol Hill

Reviewed By padala12

The mountain is so nice with a beautiful view. Best time to go is about 4 to 5pm and have a coffee or tea while waiting for sunset. The place is cool. The is a small hotel name Kokol Heaven. The cafe provide a good view of the mountain and sunset. The sunset view is worth waiting.

2. Sri Pasupathinath Alayam

Jalan Khidmat Bukit Padang, Kota Kinabalu 88450 Malaysia
Excellent
65%
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24%
Satisfactory
12%
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Sri Pasupathinath Alayam

Reviewed By BharatP718 - London, United Kingdom

This is a very beautiful Temple in Kota Kinabalu which is very well kept and very clean. It has beautiful gardens with a lotus pond and it is so peaceful. I visited this beautiful Temple with my wife during our tour of Borneo in October 2017 and we will cherish the beautiful memories of this beautiful Temple and Borneo always and forever. ????????????????????????

3. Pillars of Sabah

Kota Kinabalu Malaysia
Excellent
59%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
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3%
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4%
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Pillars of Sabah

Reviewed By Jimcheng222 - Singapore, Singapore

On day 1 of passing by KK, we have seen the pillars of Sabah and we wanted to go down and see what was there. We finally found the time to visit and on our time of visit there were paintings, different type of art showing the endangered species of borneo. nice for taking photos and nice to learn about sabah's endangered animals as well

4. Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Central road of Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Malaysia +60 17-899 0346 http://www.mbr.sabah.org.my/pendahuluan.html
Excellent
31%
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39%
Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 1,171 reviews

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Reviewed By Delhifundos - New Delhi, India

Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu, the City Mosque is the most famous tourist attraction in Sabah. This is a white and blue structure spread in acres and is a great example of modern Islamic architecture. The mosque is surrounded by water on all sides and hence called the Floating Mosque as well. Quite popular with tourists, it’s a great place to click selfies when you are on a city trip to Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia. If you want to go inside, you are supposed to change into coverall clothes provided by the mosque (valid for men as well as women). Entry charge for international visitors is RM 5.0. Entry is free for Malaysians.

5. Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu 88300 Malaysia
Excellent
28%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
2%
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1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 134 reviews

Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)

Reviewed By AdamR4638

The main state mosque grand design and architecture is impressive and such a serence and peaceful place to be. Easy access and ample parking.

6. Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden

Kinabalu Park, Kota Kinabalu Malaysia http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1012
Excellent
31%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
15%
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4.0 based on 150 reviews

Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden

Reviewed By YUANSIANG - London, United Kingdom

Family + a 2yr old had a good time at the gardens. An enjoyable walk amongst the lush greenery. Enjoyed the sounds of the streams throughout the garden, and various flowers and plants around. If you have an interest in plants it is highly recommended that you engage a local guide from the gardens as they will be able to tell you about the various plants and very importantly point-out to you the rare plants and flowers that are around. The entrance fee is RM10 per adult.

7. Desa Dairy Farm

100 km north of Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu 89308 Malaysia http://www.desaplus.com
Excellent
36%
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24%
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4.0 based on 132 reviews

Desa Dairy Farm

Reviewed By 264muhammadh - Singapore, Singapore

The scenery, the chilly weather, nice gelato...We had fun and full of excitement visiting the place. Could not ask for more.

8. Pu Toh Tze Temple

Tuaran Road, Kota Kinabalu Malaysia
Excellent
35%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
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3%
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Pu Toh Tze Temple

Reviewed By KhinChong - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

It has a few small shrines within this temple so make sure you check them all out and pray for blessings while visiting all. The main entrance you will see a big tall goddess statue and up the stairs you will see a small shrine with the goddess guards statues. To the main hall area, behind and also backyard. Please visit them all and you will be amazed with the peacefulness that this temple offers. Amazing. There are toilets WC clean and new at the entrance and also vending machines.

9. UMS Mosque

University Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu 88400 Malaysia
Excellent
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

UMS Mosque

10. Monsopiad Cultural Village

Jalan Putatan Ramayah Kampung Kuai Kandazon, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu 89507 Malaysia +60 88-734 657 [email protected] http://www.monsopiad.com/index.html
Excellent
22%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
10%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 91 reviews

Monsopiad Cultural Village

Monsopiad Heritage Village is a traditional village with historical site in the heartland of the Kadazandusun people and it is the only cultural village in Sabah built to commemorates the life and time of the legendary Kadazan and head-hunter warrior "Monsopiad". The direct descendants of Monsopiad, his 6th and 7th generations have build the village on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago to remember their forefather, and to give you an extraordinary insight into their ancient and rich culture. Take a step back into the past, to the days of head hunting and spirit worshipping, when the Bobohizan (High Priestess of the Kadazandusun), ruled the villages and took care of health and spiritual well-being of their people. More than just a Museum, the concept of the Monsopiad Heritage Village is to document, revive and preserve the cultures and traditions, as well as the beliefs of the Kadazandusun people. Monsopiad Heritage Village is privately owned and managed by his direct descendants. Your visit at Monsopiad Heritage Village contribute directly to the conservation of one Malaysia's rich Cultural heritages and traditions.

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