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Kota Kinabalu

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A holiday in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital and main gateway town, offers access to urban areas boasting a diverse and rapidly evolving set of malls, bars, and quality restaurants serving locally caught seafood. Local and state museums introduce visitors to the diverse history and culture of the state, the town, and the island of Borneo itself. You can book your excursions into the rich wilderness of Borneo here, and arrange the relevant permits for the areas you wish to explore. Many tour groups jump off from Kota Kinabalu every day, using the town's strategic position to access the main natural attractions of the region. Kota Kinabalu is in Kota Kinabalu District. Take a peek at our international travel planner: Kota Kinabalu and its charms laid bare and easily scheduled.
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Top Kota Kinabalu tours
Kinabalu Park Canopy Walkway and Poring Hot Springs Full-Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $77
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SeaTango Sunset Cruise in Kota Kinabalu BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $70
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park Snorkeling with Coral Flyer Zipline BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $70
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Popular things to do in Kota Kinabalu

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Climbing Tours
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Duration: 8​h
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Manukan Island
3.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Sapi Island
2.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Scuba & Snorkeling
4.6
Duration: 8​h

Side trips from Kota Kinabalu

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Mount Kinabalu
Sabah
4.4
Duration: 4​h
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Kinabalu Park
Sabah
3.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
Penampang
1.9
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club
Tuaran
4.6
Duration: 3​h 30​min

Nature in Kota Kinabalu

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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
3.0
Duration: 8​h
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Poring Hot Springs
1.2
Duration: 2​h
Dinawan Island
5.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Mantanani Island
3.6
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Hidden gems in Kota Kinabalu

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Mamutik Island
3.6
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Spas
3.6
Duration: 2​h
Sabah State Museum
3.1
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Raja Laut Kota Kinabalu Cruise
5.0
Duration: 3​h 30​min

Shopping in Kota Kinabalu

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Gaya Street Sunday Market
3.1
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Suria Sabah
3.7
Duration: 2​h
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Imago Shopping Mall
3.8
Duration: 2​h
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Filipino Market
2.1
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Outdoors in Kota Kinabalu

Star Marina Watersports
4.8
Duration: 3​h 30​min
Mantanani Paradise
4.1
Duration: 3​h 30​min
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Coral Flyer
3.6
Duration: 3​h 30​min
Borneo Reef World Adventure
3.0
Duration: 3​h 30​min

Featured attractions

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Jari Jari Spa
3.9
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
3.2
Duration: 1​h
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River Rafting & Tubing
4.1
Duration: 4​h
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Signal Hill Observatory Platform
2.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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