Petaling Street

Petaling Street

Petaling Street is a Chinatown located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, situated in the southern part of the old city. Though small in size, it is very lively—especially every evening, when it resembles a festive celebration—and is one of Kuala Lumpur’s most famous night markets. Locals describe it as “getting livelier the later it gets.” Petaling Street is famed for selling pirated CDs, watches, clothes, and jewelry. In addition to that, it is also a must-visit attraction for both domestic and international tourists. The majority of the vendors are ethnic Chinese, along with Indians, Malays, and Bangladeshis.

Visitors can find a variety of souvenirs here, including those from China and Malaysia’s unique tin products. Petaling Street has many well-known restaurants and hawker centers, and its authentic local cuisine is a highlight not to be missed by tourists from around the world. As Malaysia is a paradise for food lovers, Chinese, Indian, and Malay dishes are all exceptional. Since Malaysia was once a British colony, Western food is also quite authentic. To cater to various tastes, the restaurant owners on Petaling Street prepare their dishes with great flair. Visitors can enjoy popular dishes such as Hokkien fried noodles, grilled fish, laksa, and curry noodles.

Chinese New Year is the liveliest time of the year on Petaling Street. During this period, the performances here are particularly eye-catching. To welcome the New Year, the local Chinese community always comes up with new ideas each year to attract crowds and celebrate the distinctive culture of the Chinese nation.

Petaling Street(Chinatown)

Must-visit reason: Malaysia’s most famous Chinatown

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia【Asia】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Malaysia [Malaysia]

State/province where the attraction is located: Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory [Kuala Lumpur]