What to do and see in Johor Bahru District, Johor: The Best Free Things to do

September 2, 2021 Janean Rudisill

A bargain shopper’s delight is just across the causeway in Malaysia, with numerous bus and train services available to ferry travelers across the border. The largest and most popular malls are easily accessible from the checkpoint and offer a blend of name-brand and knockoff shopping. Dig deeper and you’ll appreciate the city’s differences, good and bad, from Singapore, though rumors of rampant crime are overblown. Museums and places of worship abound, along with good dining for any budget. A new premium outlet mall opened just outside the city in December 2011, and keep an eye on the new Legoland Malaysia, slated to open at the end of 2012.
Restaurants in Johor Bahru District

1. Johor Bahru City Square

Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor Bahru 80000 Malaysia +60 7-226 3668 http://www.citysqjb.com/
Excellent
22%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 1,226 reviews

Johor Bahru City Square

Strategically located in the heart of the city and only a stone's throw from the customs and immigration checkpoint, Johor Bahru City Square stands out as a central landmark in JB. With its more than 200 retailers, it offers a host of fashion, entertainment and restaurants. All catered to wow the senses and satisfy the needs. Rush in when the doors open at 10am for breakfast, then head out and start your shopping adventure of clothes, shoes, bags, trinklets, toiletries, electronic toys. Everything the heart desires. Unique to Johor Bahru City Square is the Inner City, an eclectic mix of smallish fashion and accessory shops plus restaurants housed in a tight, quaint setting. Always a firm favorite of the "NOW" generation. After many hours of shopping, rest the feet in one of the numerous restaurants and cafes or indulge in a soothing foot massage, then go on to treat the rest of the body at a salon.

Reviewed By qqways

..with good food, relaxing massage and shopping for sure your day will complete with all the variety of shops within this shopping mall.. it is also beside with another big shopping mall-KomtarJBCC.

2. Johor Old Chinese Temple

Jalan Trus Lot 653, Jalan Trus, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia, Johor Bahru 80000 Malaysia +60 7-277 7858
Excellent
28%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
34%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 145 reviews

Johor Old Chinese Temple

Reviewed By IOMSiang

it is basically the same thing, it was once torn down by the government, the power of people keeping the building standing, for don know how long it will last, at least we did cry, go take a photo when u r in JB

3. Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Jalan Gertak Merah, Johor Bahru Malaysia +60 7-224 2000
Excellent
33%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 233 reviews

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Commissioned in 1900 by Sultan Abu Bakar--a much respected monarch widely referred to as the 'Father of Modern Johor'-- this grand mosque can accommodate 2,000 worshippers.

Reviewed By shanona686

A Majestic Mosque of Victorian Architecture with unique Moorish designs, an added feature. Stands proud on a hill overlooking the Straits Aglow in the sun or moon among the world's greats! Named after Abu Bakar, a great Sultan of Johor, Though an Anglophile, his actions were folklore. For his people he wanted a large Mosque, on par With any in the world, a symbolic icon, a spar! Highly recommended to see this monument that harmonizes Islam in a Victorian element. Built circa 1900 Abu Bakar's dream mosque but completed by Ibrahim as an earnest task! Dr. Shanon

4. Pasar Malam

Johor Bahru Malaysia
Excellent
30%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 43 reviews

Pasar Malam

5. Pulai Waterfall

Johor Bahru Malaysia
Excellent
11%
Good
63%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 54 reviews

Pulai Waterfall

6. Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple

No.22 Lorong Satu Tebrau, Johor Bahru Malaysia +60 7-223 3989 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Arulmigu-Sri-Rajakaliamman-Glass-Temple/123785504358843
Excellent
39%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 295 reviews

Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple is a Hindu temple and reputedly the oldest in Malaysia. From the exterior, it’s an innocuous looking South Indian style temple with a gopuram. Inside the temple looks far more elaborate as it’s completely decorated in glass and glass mosaic. The decoration looks heavily influenced by Thai Buddhist temples, except that this temple has taken the glass to the extreme of having the glasswork everywhere. Other than the eye catching glassworks, the temple is fairly typical of Hindu temples with statues of deities dotted around the temple. Surprisingly, the temple also has sculptures of figures from religions including Christianity and Buddhism. Overall, a pretty temple with eye-catching interiors. The temple is to the north of the city centre and can be a pain to get to, especially if walking. I thought it was worth it nevertheless.

7. Hutan Bandar MPJBT

Jalan Seri Orkid, Skudai Malaysia http://www.mpjbt.gov.my/ms/mpjbt/pusat-media/galeri/hutan-bandar-mutiara-rini-mpjbt
Excellent
21%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 14 reviews

Hutan Bandar MPJBT

8. Mydin Mall

Ptd 92368 Jalan Rinting, Johor Bahru 81750 Malaysia +60 1-300-30-8786 http://www.mydin.com.my
Excellent
17%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 18 reviews

Mydin Mall

9. Komtar JBCC

Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru 80000 Malaysia 6072679900 http://www.komtarjbcc.com.my/
Excellent
21%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 163 reviews

Komtar JBCC

Reviewed By jovvilim - Singapore, Singapore

This salon provides excellent services and uses Aveda Plant-based products and provides muslimah room and services. The staff there are very friendly and helpful. I would love to recommend this salon to anyone who is looking for a place to get their hair done.

10. Arulmigu Rajamariamman Devasthanam

Jalan Ungku Puan Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru 80000 Malaysia +60 7-223 3989 http://www.armdjb.org
Excellent
26%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 46 reviews

Arulmigu Rajamariamman Devasthanam

Reviewed By Muguncjb2015 - Chennai (Madras), India

The temple is located in the midst of town area. However, the temple and surrounding looked cleanly maintained. The brightly painted temple tower/gopuram looked beautiful from outside with ornate carvings and devotional artwork. After prayer, find peaceful to spent some time inside. A must visit in Johor Bahru.

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