10 Best Things To Do In Putrajaya: Try Out These Top Activities & Attractions In The City!

Jacey Hen

Last updated 22 Mar 2024

Photo Credit: @angelineying (left)

Plan An Exciting Day Trip To Putrajaya

Take a short trip south from the bustling Kuala Lumpur and find yourself at the modern, eco-friendly city of Putrajaya, which also functions as the administrative and judicial capital of Malaysia. Once a marshland dominated by rubber and oil palm estates, the land has now been beautifully transformed into a 'green' city, filled with charming parks, lakes and communal gardens.

Putrajaya isn't just home to lush greenery - the modern city is also filled with many fun attractions, impressive buildings and unique landmarks that make it an exciting place to visit. So if you're looking for the top things to do in Putrajaya, read on for a complete list of the best attractions and activities that you can do while you're here!

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Top 10 Best Things To Do In Putrajaya

1. Go On The Putrajaya Cruise Tour

What better way to explore the best sights of Putrajaya than with a cruise tour on the Putrajaya Lake itself? The lake is flanked by many of the city's futuristic and beautiful sights, making the cruise experience one of the best ways to have a good look at them all. You can even choose from two types of cruise boats, a modern and romantic yacht or a traditional wooden perahu.

Book your Putrajaya cruise tour experience on Klook, inclusive of a cruise admission ticket, an English-speaking tour guide as well as round-trip transfers to and from your hotel.

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2. Cycle At Putrajaya Botanical Garden

Itching for fresh air and some light exercise? Break a good sweat by going for a cycle at one of Putrajaya's prettiest parks! Dotted with lots of meandering paths that are great for cycling and 5 themed gardens with beautiful blooms, the Putrajaya Botanical Garden is a gem for cyclists. We'd recommmend you to head over in the morning or evening to beat the heat!

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3. Visit Putrajaya Mosques And Cultural Sites

The city of Putrajaya is home to many cultural sites, including some of the prettiest mosques in Malaysia. Among these is the picturesque Putra Mosque (Masjid Putra), the most distinctive landmark located on the banks of the Putrajaya Lake and is constructed in rose-tinted granite (thus giving it its iconic desert-pink hue). While you're here, you should also check out Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, known as the Steel Mosque, a majestic building noted for its Chinese and German-influenced steel architecture.

Book a slot to join the Putrajaya Islamic Walking Tour available on Klook, where you'll get to learn all about the Putrajaya's history and its culture, and is inclusive of lunch as well as round-trip transfers (KL Sentral area only).

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4. Go On A Nature Walk At Putrajaya Wetlands Park

The Putrajaya Wetlands Park is Malaysia's first man-made freshwater wetland and is the largest one yet. Known as the kidneys of the city, the wetlands are a popular eco-tourism spot here and also now functions as a wildlife sanctuary, attracting a huge variety of animals to the beautiful terrestrial-aquatic wetland environment, including many different species of birds. Being so lush with flora and fauna, the huge park is perfect for a revitalising and leisurely nature walk, especially if you're looking for short daytime escape.

5. Try Flyboarding At Marina Putrajaya

Here's one for the thrill-seekers out there - head over to the exciting Marina Putrajaya for an unforgettable flyboarding experience! This cool water sports activity brings you on a wild ride above the sparkling waters as you bravely surf in the air and showcase your best stunts. Don't worry if you're new to all of this - professional instructors will be there to teach and guide you through the process to ensure you stay safe and have fun!

Book your flyboarding experience at Marina Putrajaya on Klook at 10% off, inclusive of a 30-minute flyboarding session, flight and safety equipment as well as refreshments.

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6. Have A Picnic At Taman Saujana Hijau

Picnics are the perfect idea to get some fresh air and sunshine away from crowds while catching up with your loved ones, and Taman Saujana Hijau in Putrajaya is personally our favourite spot to have picnics in the Klang Valley. Filled with shady pine trees, pretty slopes, and a beautifully-landscaped park, this 41-hectare park consists of 3 gardens and tons of open spaces for you to spread your mat while being surrounded by lots of pretty flowers!

Complete your picnic date with a pretty picnic set that's perfect for photos! Rent yours on Klook and choose between four styles suitable whether for a special celebration or a laid-back gathering.

Book A Picnic Rental Set Here!

7. Rock Climb And Skate At Putrajaya Challenge Park

Made for sports enthusiasts and thrill seekers, the Putrajaya Challenge Park spans over 30-hectares and is well-equipped with extreme sports facilities such as a giant indoor rock climbing centre, an elaborate BMX and skateboard park, as well as outdoor bike trails. Challenge your friends to skateboard trick challenges here, or go for a full body workout with a rock climbing session. The entrance fee for the park is also very affordable (only RM6 for adults and RM3 for students), which adds to its popularity.

Check out more rock climbing and bouldering spots in the Klang Valley here:

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8. Challenge Yourself At District 21

Spend an adrenaline-filled day with your friends or family at District 21, a unique indoor adventure park with a future post-apocalyptic world theme. Located inside IOI City Mall, this 70,000 square feet indoor atrium features 10 thrilling adventure attractions and obstacle courses for you to discover. Get ready for loads of climbing, sliding, riding, jumping, free falling and flying!

You can now enjoy up to 25% off your District 21 admission tickets when you book them on Klook!

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9. Go Horse Riding At The Putrajaya Equestrian Park

If you love animals, horse riding is an experience that you should definitely try out. The Putrajaya Equestrian Park is one of our favourite equestrian centres in Malaysia, well-equipped with impressive recreational facilities and a lush green 70-acre space. Horse riding is an underrated activity, so if you're up to try something different, don't miss out as the centre offers riding lessons for all experience levels, joy rides, stable tours and even horse rentals.

10. Plan A Staycation At Putrajaya's Best Hotels

Complete your Putrajaya visit with a staycation at some of the city's best hotels. Putrajaya is home to a great selection of lavish modern hotels and lakeside accommodations, many that come with stunning views of the city's lush greenery and sparkling waterways. Here are some of our recommendations: