KL Tower Malaysia: Operating Hours, Sky Deck Tickets, And Other Visit Tips

Standing at a majestic height of 421 metres, the Kuala Lumpur Tower (KL Tower) is easily one of Malaysia's most iconic and popular landmarks, alongside the Petronas Twin Towers. The KL Tower is the 7th tallest freestanding tower in the world, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the city from the highest viewpoint in Kuala Lumpur.

Erected on a hill atop the Bukit Nanas National Reserve, the KL Tower features an antenna, an observation deck at a height of 276 metres, a sky deck, as well as a revolving restaurant, offering diners panoramic views of the city while enjoying a buffet lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea. The tower is a must-visit sightseeing spot for all tourists travelling to Kuala Lumpur!

Visitors recommend allocating at least an hour to complete a tour of KL Tower. While the night views are equally incredible, the best time to visit the tower is in the morning for clear views of the city, a nice breeze, and lesser crowds.

It is also recommended to check the weather forecast before heading over as the Sky Box and Sky Deck will sometimes be closed depending on weather conditions. Views from the top are best on sunny and clear days! If you're a fan of night views, head over close to sunset to watch the sun go down and see the city come to life with twinkling lights.

While you can walk around and admire KL Tower from the outside, admission tickets are required if you wish to visit the Observation Deck, Sky Deck, and Sky Box, three beautiful viewing points at the top of the tower.

To get to the observatory floors, visitors will have to purchase admission tickets and hop on a high-speed elevator that will bring you to the top within only 54 seconds!

The KL Tower Observation Deck stands at a height of 276m. This indoor, air-conditioned viewing point features binocular stands for you to admire the KL city skyline, headsets that explain the buildings you can spot in the distance, exhibition displays showcasing the world's tallest buildings, as well as a souvenir shop.

Feel the breeze from the top by stepping onto the Sky Deck! Located above the Observation Deck at 300 metres above ground, the Sky Deck allows visitors to admire views of the city - on a clear day, you'll even get to catch a glimpse of Genting Highlands as well as other iconic buildings in Klang Valley.

Further elevate your viewing experience from the top of KL Tower by stepping onto the unique KL Tower Sky Box! The Sky Box is a glass cube that extends from the Sky Deck ledge, featuring a transparent glass floor that is not for the faint-hearted. The Sky Box is a popular photo spot at the KL Tower and you'll have the whole city right beneath your feet, literally.

Located a floor above the Observation Deck is the popular KL Tower revolving restaurant - Atmosphere 360. Atmosphere 360 is a modern and elegant restaurant furnished in a spaceship-like atmosphere, offering incredible views of the city from its floor-to-ceiling windows.

The restaurant revolves slowly, taking more than an hour to do a full circle - you'll even get the opportunity to see the Petronas Twin Towers up close during your meal. With curving walls and romantic views, it's a popular spot for date nights and intimate gatherings. Atmosphere 360 is open for lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea. Discounted buffet vouchers (up to 35% off) are available on Klook!

1. The KL Tower is located within the Bukit Nanas National Reserve, one of the oldest forest reserves in Malaysia. If you're a nature lover, put on your sports attire and pop by for a nature walk at the forest reserve that serves a green lung of the city. The design and construction of the KL Tower was carried out carefully with consideration given to preserve its natural surroundings. In fact, special care was taken to construct a retaining wall around a 100-year-old jelutong tree that is a must-visit sight located near the tower!

2. At a glance of the KL city skyline, it may seem as if the KL Tower is taller than the Petronas Twin Towers, but don't be fooled by your eyes! The KL Tower looks slightly taller as it stands on top of a hill, making its height 515 metres above sea level. In reality, it's actually 31 metres shorter than the Petronas Twin Towers!

3. There's a mini zoo located on the ground floor of the KL Tower! Home to a wide-range of exotic animals from cheeky squirrel monkeys to cuddly rabbits, meerkats, sugar gliders, and the world's smallest horse species, the mini zoo is a fun place for kids and families. Get your discounted KL Tower Mini Zoo tickets on Klook!

4. A KL Tower International Towerthon Challenge is held every year since 1998! Participants have to run 800m uphill till the lobby of the tower and climb the flight of 2,058 steps to get to the banquet hall located 288m above ground.