Things to do & places to visit in Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Breathe deep in Genting Highlands where, unlike nearby Kuala Lumpur, the air is fresh and clean. Aside from its resort life, visitors flock to hill station to enjoy cooler temperatures, mountain scenery, strawberry farms, and a relatively undisturbed, natural rain forest.

Genting Highlands city in Pahang, Malaysia. Timezone: Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, current date and time: Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 14:25.

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General weather summary in May

85°F - 74°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Pleasantly warm, humid but cool

Feels like

72%

Chance of rain

442.0 millimeters

Amount

5.2 mph

Wind speed

84%

Humidity

12.3

Daylight length

7:00 AM

Sunrise

7:17 PM

Sunset

20%

Cloud cover

Sleeveless shirt, rain coat and rain boots

What to wear

Top things to do (23)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 The VOID (238 reviews)
- Ghost VR
Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Amusement & Theme Parks • Rides & Activities • Missions

Combining Hollywood characters and storylines with state-of-the art technology, physical stages and multi-sensory effects, The VOID offers the most immersive virtual reality experience in the world. The VOID Resorts World Genting is the first of its kind in Asia and unlike any other VR you can see, smell, touch and experience the impossible - it's truly ground-breaking technology. See more..
5.0 BigTop Video Games Park (2 reviews)
- Jolly Good Time
Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Get ready to let your fun side loose and into the excitement of old school arcade and carnival-style games! Complete your visit with a fulfilling day of family fun at the BigTop Video Games Park. See more..
5.0 Genting International Showroom (1 review)
- IMAGINATRICKS
Theaters

IMAGINATRICKS is a 75min acrobatics and dance performance at Genting International Showroom from 25 May 19 to 28 Jun 20. We were awed by the action and thrills. And not to forget the comedian who led us into song (Ah Niu’s Dui Mian De Nü Hai Kan Guo Lai). Highly entertaining for the whole family. The only segment that was a let-down was the lucky draw at the end of the show. It was way too long, and the MC lacked showmanship. See more..
4.5 Genting Skyway (1.507 reviews)
- A very Efficeint Cable Car Network
Spent 1-2 hours Trams

This cable car network is a marvelous way to travel between Genting Awana, the Genting Premium Outlets Shopping Mall on the lower part of the hill and the Genting Sky Avenue Shopping Mall and First World Plaza on the top of the hill. If you purchase a 2-way ticket, you will get a small discount. A 1-way ticket costs RM10 per adult, whereas the 2-way ticket costs RM18 per adult. If you have time, I recommend that you explore the Chin Swee Temple which is located halfway in between the 2 main cable car stations for a trip into Chinese culture and mythology. This attraction is completely free of charge for everyone! See more..
4.5 Chin Swee Cave Temple (929 reviews)
- Well worth a visit
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Explore this grand religious site located on a sharp, rocky slope near the peak of Resorts World Genting. Embark on a cultural journey through a visual depiction of the afterlife, or simply enjoy the magnificent moutaineous landscape from the temple. Key landmarks include the iconic nine-storey lamp-lit pagoda, the open-air SkyTerrace, and a 15-metre tall statue of Buddha. See more..
4.5 Awana Skyway (546 reviews)
- Great experience
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM Spent 1-2 hours Trams

Fly up in just 10 minutes from the Awana Station at mid-hill to the SkyAvenue Station at the peak. With the same ticket, you get a free stop at the Chin Swee Station, where you can explore the beautiful Chin Swee Caves Temple and its magnificent surroundings at no extra cost. See more..
4.0 Genting Highlands Premium Outlets (478 reviews)
- A shopping therapy
Shopping Malls

A rejuvenating trip. Since its half way up to Genting highland, the view is fantastic with cooling air away from the busy city life. The shops are always on sale so if you are looking for bargains can head up here. But be prepared during weekends the queue would be really long especially at Coach, MK, and other popular brands. It can be tiring too but you can always rest at the many restaurants and cafe available there. See more..
4.0 Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park (332 reviews) from $59.99
- Fun, but still not fully open
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Amusement & Theme Parks

SOUTHEAST ASIA’S MOST ANTICIPATED THEME PARK Soaring at 6,000 feet above sea level, Genting SkyWorlds is the region’s newest theme park – packed with entertainment and excitement across nine uniquely themed worlds. See more..
4.0 Sky Avenue (199 reviews)
- Stop and take time to enjoy all thats going on
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls

High street on top of a mountain There are plenty to shop, eat and play at our latest lifestyle mall! With more than 100 brands and shops, you can get everything ranging from your everyday needs to exquisite jewellery, timepieces, shoes, gadgets and more at SkyAvenue. When you are hungry, just swing by any of our excellent restaurants to satiate your cravings. Once you are recharged, there are also plenty of fun family activities waiting for you to explore! Must try : Burger & Lobster, Motorino, La Fiesta and Park Avenue Lounge See more..
4.0 Genting Bowl - Glow in the Dark Bowling (60 reviews)
- Best bowlong experience ever
Wednesday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bowling Alleys

20-lane bowling alley Score a strike at this uniquely-themed, glow-in-the-dark bowling alley. With 20 lanes available, Genting Bowl is the perfect indoor space for a little friendly competition between friends and families. Whenever you need a time-out, the bar stools and tables nearby provide a quaint resting spot for you to have a drink and catch your breath. See more..
4.0 Gunung Bunga Buah (16 reviews)
- Wonderful mountain trail
Mountains

If you are looking for Klang valley you have to walk 5-6 hours through mountanes forests. This is a nice cold place to hike, you can see quite a lot of nice plants especially during rainy season. The entrance of the Mount is near to Hotel Seri Malaysia. See more..
4.0 Empire (4 reviews)
- Better club and worth to try!
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent More than 3 hours Bars & Clubs • Dance Clubs & Discos

EMPIRE - An Urban lifestyle boutique nightclub, blending art, fashion and music. Showcasing Hip Hop & Classics from Wednesday to Sunday 11pm til Late! See more..
4.0 Tanglir Falls (2 reviews)
- Big Waterfall near Bukit Tinggi
Spent 2-3 hours Waterfalls

10km hike taking around 1-2 hours depending on your speed. At the end of the trail will be a Buddhist temple. Near that is the smaller waterfall. For the much bigger and multiple cascade waterfall you need to turn right and descend downwards the trail at the 1st cross road junction from end of trail while heading back. When lost follow the sound of the waterfall which will be loud and clear. See more..
4.0 Vision City Video Games Arcade Park (1 review)
- Retro Style Arcade
Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Malaysia's Larget Video Games Arcade. Expect classic games like Pac-Man and Street Fighter to uncover your inner child, while newer additions like Time Crisis 5 offer an immersive first person laser-shooting experience for those who are up to the challenge. See how many basketballs you can throw through the hoop and test your luck on various claw machines to stand a chance to win attractive prizes! Get ready to let your fun side loose and into the excitement of old school arcade and carnival-style games! Complete your visit with a fulfilling day of family fun at the Vision City or BigTop Video Games Arcade. See more..
3.5 Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park (2.355 reviews)
- Quite fun, but unfortunately some rides were closed
Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks • Game & Entertainment Centers

Spanning over 400,000 sq ft, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park promises endless fun for everyone in the family! Experience a world of adventures in a convenient location at First World Plaza and adjacent to SkyAvenue. See more..
3.5 SnowWorld (461 reviews)
- Currently under renovation, will open in 2018
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent < 1 hour Amusement & Theme Parks

A winter wonderland Looking for a winter getaway without leaving the borders of home? Take a trip into SnowWorld where a European-themed winter village awaits. Experience a sub-zero environment, complete with life-like snowfalls, changing day-to-night sceneries, warm igloo houses, and relics of ancient Roman castles. Not to mention, the Toboggan slide provides hours of fun for both adults and children alike! See more..
3.5 Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm (399 reviews)
- Wonderful farm!!
Farms

Beautiful farm with amazing strawberries, the experience with kids collecting their own is priceless. The price is quite reasonable, you can also have some ice cream, strawberries with chocolate and more before you leave. Really recommend this place!! See more..
3.5 First World Plaza (248 reviews)
- Fun-filled Place for All Ages
Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks • Shopping Malls

A month ago today, Saturday 15.10.22 First World Plaza Hotel in Genting Highlands. This used to be my haunt as I was one of the building material supplier for this hotel plus other projects up in the highlands back when I was in this industry in my twenties and early thirties. So much has changed and improved on though lots more brands and outlets as well as eatery. Very good weekend crowd as usual See more..
3.5 Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium (164 reviews)
- Mm… one time is enough
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Art Museums • Children's Museums

Housed in very unusual looking entrance, the Ripley's Odditorium offers a self-guided tour through 300 exhibits. There is a careful balance between the strange, the shocking, and the beautiful. In the Odditorium, there are works of art made from everyday objects, incredible collections, and strange hobbies. There are exhibits from the worlds of science and illusions, hands-on interactive displays, videos, wax figures, cartoons, photos, rare artifacts, and state of the art special effects, all set in an exotic themed surroundings. The Ripley collection includes everything from micro-miniature sculptures, invisible to the naked eye, to giant gorilla made out of tyres and Ferarri made out of kitchen floors. From prehistoric to futuristic, the Ripley collection has everything, including the original Ripley Cartoon Sketch – Diocles, The Chariot Racer – c. 1931 sketched by the legendary Robert Ripley himself. See more..
3.5 Sky Casino (152 reviews)
- Very Grand
Casinos

SkyCasino is Genting Highlands’ largest casino, featuring one of Asia’s largest selections of games over two stories. Try your luck at the slot machines, electronic Blackjack tables, and other games, under the spectacular LED screen ceiling. The casino is free to enter, but non-locals are required to show their original passport and a Genting Rewards card is needed to play to cash in or out credits. You can visit the casino on a day tour to Genting Highlands from Kuala Lumpur, which typically includes a ride on the Skyway Cable Car and a visit to Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park. – Tripadvisor See more..
3.5 Arena of Stars (26 reviews)
- Excellent concert venue
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 2-3 hours Arenas & Stadiums

With a seating capacity of 5,000, Arena of Stars is both spectacular as it is intimate. The high ceilings accompanied by the world-class audio system, L-Acoustics, allow for a stadium-like atmosphere with its pristine yet powerful projection while the enclosed space gets you closer to your favourite stars. Performers to have graced the stage include legends Sir Elton John, Sir Cliff Richards, pop group Black Eyed Peas, Jolin Tsai and Chinese superstar Na Ying. Credits to the impressive facilities, Arena of Stars is an ideal venue for both international and local events, such as the 2008 MTV Asia Awards, Genting World Lion Dance Championship, Genting International Jazz Festival and many more. See more..
3.5 Zombie Outbreak (4 reviews)
- Excellent!
Spent < 1 hour Game & Entertainment Centers

The zombie infection is upon us. Right across the country, outbreaks are threatening to engulf society as we know it. The government of Ripley’s Adventureland tried to contain the situation covertly, but they failed. Now it is time for everyday citizens to become EPIC and help combat the emerging situation, to prevent the zombification of the entire nation. See more..
3.5 Bona Cinemas (3 reviews)
- Nice cinema with good popcorn
Movie Theaters

The leather seats is new and clean. Is similar to shaw cinema at SG. It is abit confusing with price of the seats. After clarifying with the staff, the normal one is in the middle, more expensive one is at the back and apparently the most expensive is the first row. But would recommend the popcorn, it use caramel and not sugar. See more..
3.5 Alive Museum Genting (3 reviews)
- Total Family Fun For Everyone and Couples
Speciality Museums

3. We visited this type of museum before in they are all pretty much the same…3D Museums. They are fun for everyone and they even have a romantic charm to them. Make sure you bring a camera and fully charged battery, you might need an extra one too. You walk through a gallery of 3D art and you pose with them in order to get the 3D effect of being in the art itself. Make sure you devote at least 1-2 hours because there will be so many places to interact with the pictures that you will want to do them all…we skipped a few and still we were done in an hour. Take your time and don’t rush through the photo’s and use the suggested angels and directions they provide for each art piece. As you can see we had a lot of pictures and we still have a lot more, that we haven’t posted here.See more on our IG...check out our links in our profile. See more..
2.5 Awana Genting Highlands Golf Course (19 reviews) from $6.36
- Very basic and they charge for parking!
Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses

Stayed one night in this hotel recently. Very old and dated hotel but rook is well maintained. Bathroom is not very spacious and they only supply you with two bath towel, no hand and face towel. No toiletries in the room , only a soap dispenser. Luckily I bought my own bath gel,shampoo and toiletries. Hotel is located near to Genting Premium Outlet. Please note that if you drive there, parking at the hotel for hotel guests is not complimentary. They charge per hourly basis, for weekends, its MYR 3 per hour! What kind of hotel still charges for parking? There is also no fee WiFi in the hotels. Breakfast spread is very basic. Good for a weekend getaway but the high parking charge really pure me off from returning to this hotel. See more..
Thai Odyssey (0 review)
Spent 1-2 hours Spas

We offer quality services such as Traditional Thai Massage, Aromatherapy, Herbal Therapy, Foot Reflexology for both men & women in our strategically located outlets that radiate with the amazing relaxing & warm authenticness of the Thai culture. See more..
Red Tail Genting (0 review)
Wednesday: 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Bars & Clubs

our pre-party gaming lounge Kick off the night with a large collection of party games, including life-size games of beer pong, jenga, and snakes and ladders. Follow us on Instagram @redtailgenting and ‘LIKE’ us on our Facebook page RedTail Genting. Recommended Sour Plum Shot, Cendoholic See more..
SkySymphony (0 review)
Theatre & Performances
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Alive Museum (0 review)
Spent 1-2 hours Amusement & Theme Parks
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Genting Casino (0 review)
Casinos

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