Things to do & places to visit in West Coast Division, Sabah, Malaysia

West Coast Division region in Sabah, Malaysia. Timezone: Asia/Kuching, current date and time: Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5:26.

Top things to do (15)

Top places to visit (18 attractions)

5.0 The Golf Academy Borneo (38 reviews)
- Outstanding
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Sports Camps & Clinics

The Golf Academy Borneo located at Sutera Harbour Resort, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia was established in 2009 by Neil Douglas, British PGA Professional. Since then Neil has been joined by two other British PGA Professionals, The Golf Academy Borneo offers a friendly and enjoyable learning centre for all levels and ages of golfers, Beginner to Professional, Junior to Senior.All our staff are fully qualified British PGA Professionals and offer professional expertise and advice in swing theory, video analysis.We have the ability to improve your game in a short timeframe. The Golf Academy Borneo at Sutera Harbour offers first class teaching facilities with a 42 bay floodlit driving range, 10,000 sq ft putting green, practice bunker and grass tee. The grass tee is a key feature as it gives a more realistic teaching experience making it easier to transfer your game from the driving range to the golf course.Our second location in Sabah is now open at Shangri-la Rasa Ria Resort. See more..
4.5 Kokol Hill (133 reviews)
- Outstanding views and pictures
Spent 1-2 hours Lookouts • Scenic Drives

We have rented a scooter to go on Kokol hill but Grab could be also a good choice. The scooter gave us a much better freedom of movement but do not go there with an automatic scooter as there are steep slopes and the rubber belt could snap. Take a semi-automatic at least. Kokol Elf is nice but they have a 90 myr entrance fee with a drink included. A better choice is the Kokol Farm . They also have great swings above the forest and many other nice places to sit and have a drink - 10 +10 myr with drink included. It was a great 3 hours experience . See more..
4.5 Marine Ecology Research Centre (108 reviews)
- Could not ask for better service
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Came to the resort for daughter's wedding. Management could not be more helpful and went out off there way to help.when they found out what happened at the sister resort in regards to the wedding they were so shameful that it had happened. The resorts local residents ie monkeys were a delight to see and the management's advise to keep your doors closed as they will take things. The water with the fish watching was so relaxing See more..
4.5 Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre (57 reviews)
- Up and away
Sports Complexes

We visited this place last week. Good points : 1) Staff very helpful and experienced 2) Relatively inexpensive (MYR 22 for as many tries as you want) 3) Several different slopes available, kids-friendly ones as well. Negatives : 1) Getting there - its at Likas Stadium area but once there its difficult to find unless you know where you are going. Not enough taxi drivers know the place See more..
4.0 Tanjung Aru Perdana Park (276 reviews)
- Public park
Parks

Pro - big wide park -have jogging trek - big playground for kids -clean toilet -entertaining musical fountain -few eateries -near to city -near to library -big car parking Cons -need to pay for car parking -some playground facilities not well maintained -water filter for drinks sometimes not functioning See more..
4.0 Mantanani Island (181 reviews)
- Wonderful beach in Borneo
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Islands

Nice place to relaxing and enjoying moments with love one. We stayed at Sutera Mantanani Resort for 2 days 1 night with seaview chalet room. Services was really good and all staff are really friendly. See more..
4.0 Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden (157 reviews)
- Amazing collections of plant species.
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens

We are so glad that we did not miss this place. It host beautiful orchids indigenous to this place. There was even one which was supposed to be the second smallest orchid species in the world. It would be nice to have a tour guide for the short trip into the garden in order to discover the variety of interesting & unique plants, unless one is very familiar with the botanic species. Give yourself at least about 1 to 2 hours for the entire place. See more..
4.0 Weston Wetland Park (146 reviews)
- Highly recommended!
Parks

Weston Wetland Park located at Weston town, Southwest of Sabah (North Borneo). Weston Wetland Park offers a place to relax for both local and international tourist. Optional activities such as sea and river fishing, river cruise await you to discover wildlife such as Proboscis Monkey, Silver Langur, Long Tailed Macaques, Crocodiles, Birds and etc. See more..
4.0 Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront (144 reviews)
- Must go here if you come to Kota Kinabalu City.
Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls

As know, the Kota Kinabalu City is the only one Capital City in Malaysia have beautiful sunset view, mostly beautiful view in Borneo because located front of sea. Don't miss out if you come to Kota Kinabalu to visit here. No entrance fee. All its free. No time operation. You can go 24 hours. But nice if you come during sunset time. It's romantic view. Have a lot of bar and restaurant here. But most important thing. Please care your valuable items you carry. See more..
4.0 Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (134 reviews)
- Walked past only, is stunning
Points of Interest & Landmarks

During a recent stay in KK, we made time to seek out this mosque, i had heard the architecture was impressive. It is!! the building is really stunning and unlike any other mosque i have visited. See more..
3.5 Signal Hill Observatory Platform (598 reviews)
- Place closed for upgrading
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM Observatories & Planetariums

I took the easy way, went to the observatory area via Grab and walk down the main staircase downhill. The staircase is really in bad condition with missing/worm out planks event 10m or so. Though the lookout area is blocked off for upgrading, I am still take to catch a vantage view from the bench area. Walked to the stairs to a sumptuous breakfast to Gaya St, a short 10min walk away. See more..
3.5 Filipino Market (458 reviews)
- Worth the return to dine at Welcome to Kinabalu Seafood Stall !!!!!
Flea & Street Markets

After walking through the Filipino Market , we sat down at Welcome to Kinabalu Seafood Stall for our dinner . Selecting our choice of various seafood and vegetables , the staff took it to the Chef to cook to our preferred receipes. We then proceed the order juices and drinks. Food service was fast, We enjoyed the juicy, succulent, tasty, tender, savory and delicious food.. Surely it is a great choice to have return again to this stall and it is highly recommened if you ever drop by the Filipino Market Food Stalls !!!!! See more..
3.5 Jesselton Point (415 reviews)
- Hassle city
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Marinas

Jesselton Point is jetty and ferry terminal. Here you can find jetty to islands in Kota Kinabalu, ferry terminal for people to go to Labuan island, many food and beverages outlets with so many selections, indoor soccer field and taxi station. See more..
3.5 Centre Point Sabah (262 reviews)
- Check out the food court
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls

Centre Point Sabah is a shopping centre located in the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. It is one of the earliest shopping mall in the city, together with Karamunsing Complex and Wisma Merdeka See more..
3.5 Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre (225 reviews)
- Wet trash lands
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

All in all it was an nice experience. We saw a lot of crabs and some birds. We were there around noon, but I think that it would haven been better to be there early in the morning or in the evening to see more birds. The downside was that the structural integrity of the pathway was questionable and that there is trash everywhere (bottles, styrofoam, cups, everything). I don’t know if the thrash is from the visitors but anyhow they should do something about it. It’s really sad to look at. See more..
3.5 Tambunan Rafflesia Reserve (128 reviews)
- Beware of leeches
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Be warned - wear leech socks for this walk in the forest. It was our first day in Sabah and we had no idea that we were going to be taken for a walk through the forest therefore we were not wearing boots and leech socks and the guides said nothing. The result was a leech attack. All that aside we had great views of two Rafflesia pricei flowers and lots of buds plus some old flowers. The guides were knowledgeable and helpful - apart from the leech socks!! See more..
3.5 Monsopiad Cultural Village (98 reviews)
- Tranquility
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

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. See more..
3.0 Atkinson Clock Tower (321 reviews)
- One of the landmarks of Kota Kinabalu
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

This clock tower is somewhat hidden on the hill. When we were there, the tower is currently in the process of painting so we only briefly there. The tower is one of the landmarks that you should visit while in KK .. See more..