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Signal Hill Observatory Platform, Kota Kinabalu

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Observatory · Hidden Gem · Museum
From the top of Signal Hill Observatory Platform you can see Kota Kinabalu from above. Reach the summit by car or by climbing the 250 or so steps, and then see if you can make out the bay just beyond the high rises. If you choose to climb the steps, you will be thankful for the refreshments sold by the viewing platform's resident kiosk. PutSignal Hill Observatory Platform into our Kota Kinabalu day trip planning site and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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  • By Linda C
    Started out with a visit to the Atkinson Clock Tower around 5pm and then walked up the road from there to Signal Hill. Was definitely glad I had taken that route after experiencing the stairs down...  more »
  • By iamkatysantos
    Enjoy the city view from the Signal Hill. You can buy a snack or drink while enjoying the city view.  more »
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  • By Daniel Wilianto
    There is nothing here but seeing the main portion of KK City from high place. Thankfully the food and drink are cheap. You can come here by car, or by climbing some stairs through the hill. I recommend the later, since you can breathe some jungle air and have an exercise to boot.
  • By Malek Ku
    Good place just to see few city light at night after you have your dinner..eventhough i personally think it is not high enough.. But good enough to cover city.. Maybe i should go there during the day. Its like a private spot. Will close after 12am i guess..
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