16 Things To Do In Shah Alam

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1. Plaza Alam Sentral

Shopping

Plaza Alam Sentral is regarded as one of the largest retail destinations of Shah Alam. It is the only shopping mall which has a broadcasting as well as recording studio named, Sri Pentas 2. The mall houses several local as well as international stores which occupy an area of about 21,716 sqm.

4.4 /5

Shopping Mall

Situated in Setia Alam, the Setia City Mall sprawls across an area of about 740,000 square feet and offers an amazing shopping experience as well as entertainment options. The mall houses over 240 retail stores that span across 4 storeys.One can also visit the Golden Screen Cinemas, Fitness First Centre, the waterjet plaza, the children’s play area, an outdoor park spanning across an area of about (Read More) 10.5 acres or the MPH Bookstore.

4.5 /5

16 km from city center

Art Gallery

Selangor Islamic Arts Garden Complex houses three permanent galleries and a private educational institute for higher learning of fine arts. The galleries mainly focus on representing and nourishing Islamic art in the country. The galleries display a fantastic collection of special exhibits of Prophet Muhammad, Islamic and Urdu calligraphy found on mosques and palaces, holy Quran manuscripts, etc.

16 km from city center

Mosque

Overlooking the Garden of Islamic Arts is the magnificent Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque, the state mosque of Selangor. Amazingly, it is the second largest mosque in Southeast Asia and the largest in Malaysia.

5. Sultan Alam Shah Museum

4.2 /5

16 km from city center

Museum

The Kuala Selangor museum, based near the Altingsburg Lighthouse, displays a number of artefacts, historical objects and relics, tombstones, weapons, possessions, etc. from the Selangor Civil War. It is primarily focused on defining the power struggle between the State Sultanate, British and Dutch armies from 1867 to 1874. The historical belongings in the museum are dated back to the 17th century. (Read More)

4.1 /5

15 km from city center

Garden & Park

Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam or the National Botanic Garden in Shah Alam is a glorious nature park home to plenty of vegetation gardens, lakes, petting zoo, a seasonal temperature house, public pool, etc. They host activities from lightweight to extreme adventurous sports like hiking, horse riding, rock climbing or fox flying among other things. You are free to walk or rent a bike to explore the (Read More)gardens and stop at the watchtowers to bask in the scenic views or relax and take a break at the gazebo. A perfectly splendid way to spend time with nature.

4.2 /5

12 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

I-city is an extravagant 72-acre theme park located in Section 7, Shah Alam. Located amidst well-planned surroundings, I-city is part of the larger area neighboured by many hotels, buildings, and restaurants. The main highlight of i-City is the nightly colourful display of LED lights which makes it popular as the "City of Digital Lights".

Tours starting from
₹1,591

4.0 /5

16 km from city center

Shopping Mall

Located right at the city centre, the SA Convention Center mall is a pleasant fusion of western and asian clothing brands along with some international and local food outlets. Also known as the Neighbourhood mall, it has quite a few local women clothing shops and boutiques unlike other malls with all the global brands. The mall houses its own supermarket store named SACC Grocer for all household s (Read More)upplies and is known to have clean, well-maintained washrooms.

4.4 /5

11 km from city center

Hiking

This 10.3-kilometre loop trail is considered a moderately challenging hike but is fairly suitable for hikers of all types of fitness levels. The locals have set up signage, so it’s highly unlikely to get lost, but you can download the Komoot App to navigate. There are two routes: Route A being less steep, and a nice view of the Peak Garden. At the same time, Route B is less crowded and has a beaut (Read More)iful lake on its way.

4.6 /5

Sightseeing

This modern, 6-storey well-equipped library overlooks a lotus-filled lake and a park. Besides offering incredible views, it also has comfortable workspaces, a kid’s zone, and a cafeteria. Apart from this, you can also experience 3D and 6D theatre here or boost endorphins at their state-of-art gymnasium. Meanwhile, your tiny tots can enjoy the Creative Zone and Reading Tree! Finally, don’t forget t (Read More)o stop by their themed floors, ranging from ‘Outer Space’ to ‘Ocean’.

11 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Wet World Water Park Shah Alam is one of the most popular weekend spots in Malaysia. Situated in Selangor, this waterpark has a tropical jungle theme. It is an ideal destination for family picnics and school outings since it houses fun-filled and thrilling rides.

Tours starting from
₹696

4.3 /5

12 km from city center

Sightseeing

This lakefront shopping and dining complex is a hotspot of Instagrammable places. It boasts of a chic industrial look and has various art installations across the space. You can indulge in a shopping spree and explore the ‘shipping container’ style stores. Sparse this spree with a picnic or a cycle ride. End your day by satisfying your grumbling tummy at their popular home-grown eateries!

4.4 /5

15 km from city center

Garden & Park

This 43-hectare garden is a favourite retreat of the nearby residents, with its beautiful landscape and scenic pathways. Some sections of the lake are elevated so visitors can walk over and watch the aquatic life, like fish and tortoises. One may even catch a glimpse of an occasional peacock, goose, or stork! Some other popular things to do at the park include taking a splash at the waterpark - We (Read More)t World, indulging in Malaysian cuisine at the floating seafood restaurant, or going kayaking.

3.9 /5

13 km from city center

Sightseeing

Laman Seni 7 is an undiscovered gem in the pockets of Shah Alam. A section of wide and narrow alleyways in the city, it features some of Malaysia's prominent street artist creations on the concrete and building walls. The art gallery on display in Laman Seni 7 spans two blocks and is fashioned like a U. Here, each mural tells a tale, accompanied by a plaque giving a brief insight about the art and (Read More) the artist!

4.3 /5

Horse Riding

Denai Alam Riding & Recreation Club is a horse riding club for beginners, enthusiasts and equestrians. Visitors can participate in recreational riding activities with friendly horses and ponies. The riding lessons cater to kids and adults, amateurs and experts alike. Visitors can even indulge in other facilities like the splash pool, playground, volleyball court, karaoke, trampoline, and gym. Visi (Read More)t DARC on your special day and celebrate your birthday or anniversary party on-site!

3.9 /5

18 km from city center

Sporting Events & Stadiums

Home to the Red Giants, Shah Alam Stadium mainly hosts football matches but is also equipped with facilities for athletics. Most popular for hosting matches for the Malaysian Football League, the stadium has a seating capacity of over 80,000. Shah Alam Stadium also houses a large outdoor parking area and a makeshift express bus depot. A perfect place to bond with your family, you can also find sta (Read More)lls that serve delicious local and fast foods. Visitors can also stop by the go-karting track near the parking space.