Ever wanted to have that fairytale holiday up in the clouds? Well, head over to Genting Highlands, aptly named 云顶 (yún dǐng) meaning “peak above the clouds” in Mandarin!
A resort city 1,800m above sea level in Pahang, Malaysia, it's a quick and easy getaway near Singapore that lets us get away for a bit and enjoy a chilly sweater weather vacay.
Before you pack your bags and make your way up though, read on to find out all about the best 20 things to do in Genting Highlands!
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1. Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park
Have you ever been so excited for a trip to the amusement park only to be disappointed by bad weather?
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At Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, you can be assured a day of fun, regardless of rain or shine! Look forward to more than 20 rides at this theme park situated within the First World Plaza Mall itself, and get ready to make some memories with your loved ones!
- Address: Level 1, First World Plaza Resorts World, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 2pm to 9pm (Mon-Sun)
2. Genting SkyWorlds
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One does not go to Genting Highlands and skip Genting SkyWorlds, its iconic outdoor theme park. With nine themed worlds and 26 rides, you’ll be spoiled for choice during your visit!
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For the daredevils out there, we challenge you to conquer the Terraform Tower Challenge, a ride reminiscent of Space Shot - an old classic in Genting Highlands. This ride will give you a spectacular view of Genting SkyWorlds, before quite literally dropping you all the way back down.
- Address: Genting SkyWorlds, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 11am to 6pm (Mon-Sun)
3. Colmar Tropicale
Fancy taking some IG-worthy pics on your holiday? Consider a trip down to Colmar Tropicale, a resort 60 minutes away from Genting Highlands. With its buildings, streets, and city decor designed to look like that of mediaeval France, go ham with your camera and stock up on a slew of post-holiday photos for your Instagram!
And don't forget to hit up the Japanese Village located five minutes by car or shuttle from Colmar Tropical too!
- Address: KM 48 Persimpangan Bertingkat, Karak Expy, Bukit Tinggi, 28750 Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: Open 24 hours (Do check for specific opening hours for the different attractions around Colmar Tropicale)
4. Ripley's Adventureland
If there is only one place you can visit in Genting Highlands, definitely consider visiting Ripley’s Adventureland! Book your Ripley's Adventure Pass on Klook to enjoy access to five different attractions that are fun for all ages.
While the younglings play at the Jurassic Research Centre, the adults can run for their lives at Zombie Outbreak. Or, you can enjoy some family fun in Ripley’s Believe it or not!, the 4D Trick Art Museum, and the Infinity Room (a mirror maze).
- Address: Lot SA - T2C - B13, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 10am to 10pm (Mon-Sun)
5. Jungle Gym
Are your children always bouncing off the walls? Do you have to chase them around nagging at them not to hurt each other? Fret not! Let your children go at it at Jungle Gym, an award-winning playground designed with the jungle in mind.
Suitable for children aged 4-12, you can expect facilities like a ball pit, slide, and a variety of themed playgrounds. Best of all? You and your friends can catch up in comfort whilst your kiddos bond and play!
- Address: Lot SA - T2C - B17, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 10am to 8pm (Mon-Thu), 10am to 10pm (Fri-Sun)
6. Genting Highlands Premium Outlets
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Shop till you drop at the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets! With 150 outlet stores, you are guaranteed to find something to bring home - either for yourself or for your loved ones. You can expect to visit luxury stores like Armani, or snag a bunch of everyday wear at Cotton On!
- Address: CQ3M+96 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 10am to 10pm (Mon-Sun)
7. Awana SkyWay Gondola
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Wondering how you can get around Genting Highlands? You can either go the boring route by driving, or you can take in the scenery up in the mountains by hitching a cable car ride.
The Awana SkyWay is a cable car system that brings you from SkyAvenue, the mall in Genting Highlands, to Chin Swee Caves Temples (more on that below!), and finally to Awana Station where you can find the premium outlets.
You can choose between standard gondolas, or glass-floor gondolas that let you admire the mountain range below.
- Address: Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 7am to 12am (Mon-Fri, Sun), 7am to 10pm (Sat)
8. Zouk Genting
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Get ready to party with locals and fellow tourists here in Zouk Genting! Enjoy jamming out to local DJs and music, and experience something different from what you might normally get from clubs back home. Who knows? You might meet a new friend or two to hit up a nearby bar or restaurant!
- Address: Lot T1 - 08A, Zouk Atrium, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands, 69000 Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 11pm to 4am (Fri-Sat)
9. SeniKome Péng Hēng
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Gallivanting through the malls and premium outlets not your cup of tea? Or maybe you’d prefer a chill-er day after screaming and laughing your heart out at the two theme parks.
Consider spending a few hours at SeniKome Péng Hēng, an art museum in SkyAvenue Mall. Discover intricate art pieces by lesser-known artists from the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Not only that, there is a wide variety of traditional games that you can try your hand at!
- Address: Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 12pm to 10pm (Mon-Sun)
10. Gunung Bunga Buah
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Maybe urban life isn’t it for you - you’d rather spend time exploring the great outdoors and have a refreshing (literally!) change from the well-known attractions in Genting Highlands.
Gunung Bunga Buah is a hiking trail close to Genting Highlands accessible from Gohtong Jaya. As this is a moderately difficult trail, be sure to set aside an entire day dedicated to your climb (you’ll need about 6 hours to complete the entire route!).
- Address: 48200, Selangor, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
11. Glamz at Genting
Want to enjoy nature without really having to be in nature? Consider glamping with Glamz at Genting! Glamz not only offers luxurious camping tents for comfort and that mandatory Instagram photo-op...
It also brings most of us city dwellers closer to nature without having to go too far out of our comfort zone. You can expect the piece of nature, whilst still lounging in our favourite modern comforts!
- Address: 1, Jln Meranti, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 9am to 5pm (Mon-Sun)
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12. Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm
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At Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm, you get to pick your own strawberries right off the shrub, ensuring that you get the freshest picks available.
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Great for bonding with friends and family, you can even wind down after all that hard work at the flower garden and vegetable garden available on site.
- Address: No. 1, 9QX8+JP, Lot 3707, Jalan Jati 2, Bandar Gohtong Jaya, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 9.30am to 6.30pm (Mon-Sun)
13. Chin Swee Caves Temple
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A little detour you can make on your way to or from the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets is to stop by for a visit to the Chin Swee Caves Temple. I recommend the 10 Chambers of Hell, an attraction that showcases the Chinese beliefs of the afterlife. B
e warned though, some imagery might be a little morbid! If you’re feeling particularly energetic, consider climbing nine storeys to the top of the Pagoda Temple to enjoy a breathtaking view of the place!
- Address: 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 9am to 6pm (Mon-Sun)
14. Arena of Stars
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You’ve explored the nature around Genting Highlands and are now back to urban life and its inescapable shopping malls. Check out what’s showing at the Arena of Stars, a musical amphitheatre built to seat 6,000 people!
- Address: Arena Of Stars, Resorts World Genting Genting Highlands, 69000 Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 8.30pm to 10.30pm (Fri-Sat)
15. Fuhu
Who’s up for some fusion food unique to Malaysia? I know I am! Here at Fuhu, look forward to unique experimental dishes that will satisfy the gastronomist in you. Some interesting dishes include Duck Essence Porridge, Boston Lobster Noodle, Jasmine Tea Smoked Chicken Roll, and Roasted Eggplant with Miso Glaze.
- Address: Level 3, Crocksfords Hotel, Resort World Genting, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 11am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm (Mon-Sun)
16. Shu Da Xia Hotpot
Get the best of both worlds at Shu Da Xia Hotpot! Treat yourself to some traditional Sichuan hotpot, with authentic ingredients imported from Chengdu, Sichuan.
On special occasions, you can also enjoy bian lian performances, an ancient Chinese dramatic art native to Sichuan where the performer wears multiple masks and changes between them in the blink of an eye. Lastly, you’ll also get to try on traditional Chinese costumes for free!
- Address: Lot No. R/L1.2, LEVEL 1 RESORT HOTEL GENTING HIGHLAND, 69000 PAHANG, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 12pm to 12am (Mon-Sun)
17. Gohtong Jaya
For those of you who are driving, you can consider stopping by Gohtong Jaya along the way. Located on a plateau 5km below the peak of the mountain, Gohtong Jaya is home to a variety of eateries, with many of them serving classic Chinese Malaysian food.
While any restaurant will probably be a good pick, you can consider Long Kee Restaurant, or Restoran Chuan Kie. Both places serve a mouth-watering array of food, with some notable mentions being the deep-fried pork belly slices, and stir-fried rice noodles.
- Address: Jalan Jati 1, Gohtong Jaya, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: Varies per establishment
18. Wolfgang Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener
Treat yourself to world-class dining at Wolfgang Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener, a veteran in the industry with over 40 years of experience. An internationally acclaimed steakhouse famous for its dry-aged steaks, their signature dishes include the porterhouse, rib-eye, tenderloin, sirloin, and beef burgers.
If you still have space for dessert (and let’s face it, who doesn’t?) enjoy classic New York desserts like cheesecake, tiramisu, and sundaes!
- Address: Lot T1 - F4, Level G, SkyAvenue, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 12pm to 11pm (Sun-Thu), 12pm to 12am (Fri-Sat)
19. Burger & Lobster
A must-have for any tourist in Genting Highlands is to have a meal at Burger & Lobster. Like its name, the establishment focuses purely on making the best burgers and lobsters in town.
Be warned, though, as the queue for Burger & Lobster can snake around the eatery, with wait times of up to two hours!
- Address: Lot SA - T2 - 13, Level 1, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 12pm to 10pm (Mon-Thu), 12pm to 11pm (Fri), 11am to 11pm (Sat), 11am to 10pm (Sun)
20. Ayu Awana in Resorts World Awana
Do you want to just kick back and relax after a few days of running around Genting Highlands? Spend a day chilling at Ayu Awana in Resorts World Awana, a restaurant featuring a poolside lounge serving an exclusive smokehouse and grill menu.
Here's where you can splash about the pool and then take some time to unwind with cocktails and dessert. Truly the best place to refresh and rejuvenate after a stressful time at work, or packed days exploring Genting Highlands.
- Address: 9QXJ+JF, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia (Map)
- Opening Hours: 7am to 10pm (Mon-Sun)
Looking forward to your holiday in Genting Highlands soon? With 20 things to do in Genting Highlands from thrilling rides at the theme park to great food options, you're sure to have a blast!
