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Farah Fazanna

19 Feb 2021 - 6 min read

A 2D1N itinerary to explore the best of Johor Bahru

We have partnered with homegrown Firefly airline to bring you the first ever You Go, We Go: Traveloka Travel Vlog series, where we hope to inspire people to explore the world. In this travel vlog series, we’ll be bringing you around the enchanting Southeast Asia and for each episode, we’ll zoom in on little-known and interesting attractions. You definitely don’t want to miss this!

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In this fifth episode, travelers Imara, Farah and Amirul flew to Johor Bahru for a thrilling theme park and food hunting vacation. Bordering Singapore, Johor Bahru, a.k.a JB, is a popular weekend getaway where you’ll find plenty of shopping malls, fascinating museums and kid-friendly attractions. Like much of Malaysia, Johor Bahru doesn’t miss out on the local street food scene, and some of the restaurants here are famous for having been in operation for decades.

Wanna know what else you can do in JB? Let’s follow the trio’s adventure and if you’re heading to JB soon, we’ve put together their activities itinerary-style to guide your trip!

Day 1: Theme parks and food hunting

Morning: legoland malaysia.

Enjoy a thrilling day at LEGOLAND , Malaysia’s first international theme park! There are multiple zones to explore, each with their own theme, and a huge array of theme park rides, waterpark areas, and buildings built with Lego. See the Lego Ninjago World where you can put your ninja skills to the test, Miniland where you'll see the world's famous landmarks recreated in small scale using Lego, Imagination Land where you can build and test your own Lego buildings, Lego Technic for the most incredible rides and so much more! It’s fun for the whole family!

LEGOLAND Malaysia No 7, Jalan Legoland, Bandar Medini, 79250 Nusajaya, Johor Opening hours: 10.00am – 6.00pm (Daily) Contact number: 07-597 8888 Admission fee: From RM71.00

Lunch: Kedai Nasi Ayam Kee Chup

Enjoy a throwback of the yesteryears at this humble chicken rice restaurant. The cutleries, vintage walls and the wooden furniture that furnish the interior of Kee Chup give a nostalgic and homely feel to the patrons. Head over to Kee Chup to satisfy your growling stomach during lunchtime where they’ll serve a big portion of chicken rice with deep-fried chicken coupled with their signature sauce. Mmm… yummy!

Pro tip: It’s a halal-certified restaurant.

Kedai Nasi Ayam Kee Chup 24A, Jalan Dato Dalam, Johor Bahru Opening hours: 11.00am – 3.00pm (Daily) Price range: $ – $$

Afternoon: Danga Bay World Theme Park

After spending the morning at LEGOLAND, head over to the Danga Bay World Theme Park to continue the fun. Danga Bay is the largest recreational park in the city which promises a stunning view of the Straits of Johor. The theme park has everything you need, from original attractions like the Jumping Frog and Nemo Ride to the classic Pirate Ship and Teacups. Your kids are bound to have a day to remember. With all this on offer and more, you’re likely to need more than one day to enjoy it all!

Danga Bay World Theme Park Danga Bay, 80200 Johor Bahru Opening hours: 6.00am – 2.00am (Monday – Saturday), 6.00am – 12.00am (Sunday) Admission fee: RM3 – RM10

Evening: Pasar Karat

Located in Jalan Sengget, there are plenty of things to shop and eat at Pasar Karat. The famous attraction in Johor Bahru is bustling with crowds every night, so it’s best to come before 8.00pm before the crowd arrives. You can find everything that your heart desires, from brand new to second-hand goods, and other antique knick-knacks — everything can be bought here at really cheap prices!

Pro tip: Try your luck and bargain with the vendors for a better price!

Pasar Karat Jalan Segget, Bandar Johor Bahru Opening hours: 6.00pm – 12.00am (Daily)

Dinner: Restoran Kacang Pool Haji

If Malaysia’s national dish is nasi lemak, then kacang pool is Johor’s signature dish. If you’re in Johor Bahru, it’s almost a sin not to try the kacang pool here. Heavily influenced by Middle Eastern flavors, the dish is made up of spiced fava beans, served with a fried egg, chopped shallots and tomatoes, squirts of calamansi and thick slices of toast. What’s not to love? It’s the perfect comfort food!

Restoran Kacang Pool Haji Jalan Sabar, Taman Dato Onn, Johor Bahru Opening hours: 7.00am – 11.00pm (Daily) Price range: $ – $$

Day 2: Melt your stress away

Morning: chavana spa.

What’s a vacation without squeezing in a spa session, right? Schedule a massage at Chavana Spa located at Hotel Jen Johor Puteri Harbour and have a relaxing time. Featuring a range of signature body treatments, facials and packages offering a combination of massages, botanical body polish and facials, the stress will literally melt away!

Chavana Spa Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour, Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Johor Opening hours: 10.00am – 8.00pm (Daily) Contact number: 07-560 8888 ext. 6672 Price: From RM125

Lunch: Murtabak Majid Special Cheese No.1

Malaysians and cheese can’t be separated. We put cheese in everything, and a perfect canvas like murtabak won’t be spared. This humble restaurant started selling murtabak cheese that quickly went viral —certainly something not to be missed when you’re in Johor Bahru. The outside is crispy in the perfect shade of golden brown, and the filling is cheesy and savory. The chicken and cheese murtabak is perfectly balanced and goes well with the free flow curry. It’s definitely a unique twist to the usual murtabak!

Murtabak Majid Special Cheese No.1 No. 38, Lot 5581, Jalan Kurniawan, Kampung Kurnia Opening hours: 12.00pm – 7.00pm (Daily) Price range: $ – $$

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JB Day Trip Itinerary — Where to Eat, Play and Shop Under S$70

Go beyond your typical JB day trip to KSL and City Square while sticking to a friendly budget!

First published: 5 July 2022

Many of us head to Johor Bahru (JB) for one of two reasons: to shop or to cafe-hop. After all, cheap shopping steals are all there is to JB right? — Not exactly.

It’s true that prices are cheaper across the Causeway, but there’s so much more to eat, play and shop in JB than just shopping malls or aesthetic cafes.

Apart from your familiar hot spots, this adventurous itinerary will show you how to zhng your JB day trip with panoramic skyline views, a bustling night market, and an exciting pop-up theme park.

Plus, you don’t have to spend much to enjoy these cool experiences at all!

JB Day Pre-trip Essentials

Before anything, you might want to secure some things for a hassle-free experience.

Connectivity: We booked a 4G eSIM Card, just enough for one day ( ~S$9 for 2.5GB/5 days via Klook)

Activities: Pre-purchase your tickets online for cheaper prices. For instance, we bought our tickets to Skyscape (also via Klook ) and saved ~S$4/adult.

*Pro-tip: Use the code <THETRAVELINTERN> on Klook to get 5% off all activities with a min. spend of S$50 (discount cap at S$15). Apply the promo code when you checkout. One-time use only!

Cash: Cards are accepted in malls and cafes, but not at traditional stalls like Salahuddin or the night market. Hence, we recommend changing cash for the trip. When paying for bigger ticket items in shopping malls, use multi-currency cards like YouTrip or Revolut to avoid lousy exchange rates.

Transportation: We have a dedicated section for getting around JB later on, but you might want to download Grab as it may be the cheaper option for groups. For instance, the bus to KSL from Customs costs RM2/pax but a Grab that can take four people costs RM5.

If you’re exploring regions beyond JB, then you might want to take a look at Klook’s All-in-One Value Pack for Malaysia . It’ll give you discount vouchers for activities, SIM cards, airport transfers, etc. You can save up to ~S$95 when you use all the vouchers included in the pack!

Budget Breakdown for JB Day Trip

Transport: S$7.28 Activities: S$26.38 Miscellaneous: S$35.32 Total:  S$68.97

(detailed breakdown for 1 pax here)

Getting to and around Johor Bahru (JB)

There are three options to get to Johor Bahru via public transport: 1) Train from Woodlands Train Checkpoint (S$5 to JB and RM5 to SG) 2) Bus 160/170 from Opposite Kranji MRT Station , or Bus 170X from Kranji Station (S$1.25/ one-way journey) 3) Grab Bus from various locations like Changi Airport, Expo MRT, Marsiling MRT and more (from S$3 to S$11 per person)

The train ride is a more comfortable option at only S$5/one-way trip (S$5 to JB and RM5 to SG), without having to squeeze compared to the bus.

*Pro-tip: Pre-book your train tickets as seats get sold out quickly.

Meanwhile, public buses offer the flexibility of time without having to rush for your ride. At Kranji Station , all three buses to JB arrive every 15-20 mins (depending on road conditions). Or book a bus on the Grab app to secure a seat and ride in comfort!

You’ll have to alight at the Woodlands Checkpoint for immigration, before continuing your journey across the Causeway to Malaysia’s checkpoint.

A fuss-free option for groups of four (or more) is to share a one-way car transfer between Singapore and JB. There are car options that even seat up to 9 pax! You won’t need to alight at both checkpoints, and you can choose pick-up / drop-off points that suit your itinerary.

When travelling around Johor for a day trip, Grab is an affordable and convenient option even for those on a budget. From Customs, a ride to KSL Mall costs about RM5, while further places like the Euro Fun Park cost only RM24.

To book a Grab, you’ll need to buy data for your day trip. Check out prices for data roaming with your service provider. Or, book a  4GB eSIM  (~S$9) via Klook.

9AM: Breakfast at Jalan Tan Hiok Nee

A short 15-minute walk from Customs, you’ll find the heritage street of Jalan Tan Hiok Nee . With various old-school eats and plenty of aesthetic cafes, Tan Hiok Nee is home to both the “old” and the “new” where trends and tradition co-exist.

Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory

Be prepared to queue.

When visiting the Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory , you’ll probably find yourself in a long snaking line with people eager to get their hands on their delicious, fragrant banana cake.

Photo credit: @cathxerica.foodescapades via Instagram

While Hiap Joo Bakery does export its banana cakes to Singapore, the cheaper prices and joy of savouring these cakes fresh out of the oven are worth the trip down. Each box comes with 10 slices of cake, just enough to bring some home to your family!

Cost: RM12/box (~S$3.50) Opening hours: 7:30AM – 4:30PM, closed on Sun How to get there: 15min walk from JB CIQ Checkpoint ( Google Maps )

Restoran Hua Mui

Another great breakfast place to visit before cafes open at 10AM is the open-air eatery, Restoran Hua Mui .

Their signature Hainanese Chicken Chop (RM18.90) is what most people go here for, while their toasts and sandwiches are also available if you’re looking for something lighter.

We tried some interesting drinks that you won’t encounter much in Singapore, like the Kopi Gu You — coffee with butter (RM3.80) and the Three Layer Milk Tea, also known as the Milk Kopi (RM6.90).

Opening hours: 8AM – 5PM How to get there: 1min walk from Hiap Joo Bakery ( Google Maps )

Salahuddin Bakery

Salahuddin Bakery is one of JB’s oldest eateries and feels much like a living museum. Since opening back in 1937, they have retained their rustic and antique decor with Peranakan tiles, complete with old-school signages and calendars.

Traditional bakes and pastries sold here include bread, cakes, and curry puffs — all baked in an old wood-fired oven. We tried the Karipap Ayam (RM3.50) and Sugar Puff (RM2), which is a good try if you like flaky and crumbly pastries!

Opening hours: 9AM – 6PM, closed on Fri How to get there: 2min walk from Restoran Hua Mui ( Google Maps )

11AM: Hunt for Instagrammable Street Art

Photo credit: @beverlyb via Instagram

Before the midday sun hits, take a stroll around Jalan Tan Hiok Nee and its nearby streets. You’ll find vibrant street art and olden architecture that make for good outdoor photo spots!

There are several interesting murals and painted pillars along Jalan Trus and Jalan Ibrahim as well. We saw a large dugong on the side of a building along Jalan Ibrahim! Let us know in the comments if you spot any, and where 🕵️

12PM: Cafe-hopping

Trust us when we say that Jalan Tan Hiok Nee has plenty of cafes — we saw about 10 cafes within a short 15-minute walk around the neighbourhood.

The well-known ones here are The Replacement – Lodge & Kitchen , Chaiwalla & Co. Container Cafe or Flowers in the Window . But here are a few more to check out:

Bev C’afe

With rustic, woody interiors, Bev C’afe is relatively small but cosy. According to their menu, they serve what they like to eat! We found unique creations such as the Jackfruit Cheesecake (RM10) and Leicha Cake (RM16).

The Jackfruit Cheesecake is an interesting try, albeit a little tiny. The strong scent of jackfruit didn’t overpower the taste of the cake — overall, it produced a delicious but balanced flavour. The Citrus Honey Lemon Soda (RM14) also paired well with it and makes for a refreshing finish.

The cafe is located on the second floor, above the Bev C concept store .

Opening hours: 10AM – 6PM, closed on Wed How to get there: 1min walk from Salahuddin Bakery ( Google Maps )

Recommended by the staff at a now defunct gallery nearby, Offee Cafe boasts a sleek, white modern interior.

One can probably guess what it’s known for — yes, coffee! ☕️ They serve interesting creations including the Coconut Latte (RM12) and Oat Latte (RM12).

While I’m more of a tea person, coffee lovers Shai and Bren gave the cafe and its coffee an 8/10 for its taste and ambience.

Opening hours: 8AM – 12AM How to get there: 1min walk from Bev C’afe ( Google Maps )

Bonus: Principle Cafe by T.A.M. (Jalan Trus)

Special mention goes to Principle Cafe at Jalan Trus . It’s a 10-minute walk from Bev C’afe and Offee Cafe, but only a stone’s throw from our next stop in this JB itinerary.

The menu is pretty extensive, serving up breakfast items, pizzas, pastas, and a variety of cakes and tarts. We tried their Hojicha Terrine Tart (RM13) which had an intense hojicha taste and was ✨not too sweet ✨.

Not gonna lie — prices are slightly higher than average, but worth it for the quality of its dishes and all-around zen vibes. Plus, you can now pre-purchase dining vouchers via Klook to save up to 20% off your bill!

Opening hours: 8:30AM – 6PM How to get there: 11min walk from Offee Cafe ( Google Maps )

2PM: Panoramic Skyline Views at Skyscape

Skyscape is most famous for the glass-floored sky bridge located on the 33rd floor.

At 149m above ground, the translucent glass floor may be challenging for people with acrophobia (fear of heights) — although Bren took it alright! Here, we enjoyed a panoramic overview of Johor Bahru and the Causeway bridge.

Skyscape also offers complimentary activities included in your ticket, like virtual reality games, access to the observation deck, and the TikTok-famous LED tunnel amongst others.

We pre-booked our Skyscape adventure through Klook , so that all we had to do was have our QR code scanned at the entrance.

Cost: ~S$10.30/pax , RM5 (~S$1.50) for shoe covers (paid on site) Opening hours: 9:30AM – 5:30PM, last entry at 4PM How to get there: 5min walk from Principle Cafe ( Google Maps )

3PM: Shop Near KSL City Mall

KSL City Mall is no stranger to most Singaporeans; it’s easily accessible via Grab or by a feeder bus at Customs. You’re guaranteed to have something to do here as they have many establishments like KTVs, massage parlours, and shopping options.

But other than shopping inside the mall, step outside and you’ll find new interesting places to explore.

Avery-Day Convenience Concept Store

For all snack-lovers like myself, this unique convenience concept store could most probably make for your dream snack heaven 😍

Located outside KSL City Mall at the CBTL entrance, Avery Day sells snacks from various countries: Thailand, Taiwan, China, Korea, Japan… you name it. We recognised some familiar snacks but bought those that are less commonly found in SG.

For example, this Taiwanese yoghurt drink (RM9.90) caught our eyes as it came in the shape of a milk bottle. We can’t remember the last time we drank from milk bottles but we decided to try it once again that day.

It did feel weird drinking from a teat, but the yoghurt was tangy and refreshing.

Hot snacks like fried chicken, fries, and nuggets are also available. After you’ve done your shopping, you can enjoy your snacks at the outdoor sitting area on the second floor!

Opening hours: 9AM – 12AM How to get there: ~8min taxi/Grab ride from Skyscape ( Google Maps )

Pasar Karat

Take a step out of Avery Day and join the crowds at Pasar Karat . It’s a night market that stretches a few hundred metres down the street and will probably take a good 30 minutes to walk down the entire lane.

There were many stalls selling local delights such as fried carrot cake, Assam laksa, BBQ skewers, chendol (iced green jelly dessert) — we were absolutely spoilt for choice. We had a great dinner snacking on a little bit of everything.

Some stalls also sold everyday items like nail cutters, fire starters, and water bottles that make for good souvenirs to bring home.

Entrance fee: Free Opening hours: 6PM – 2AM, closed on Mon How to get there: 15min taxi/Grab ride from Avery Day ( Google Maps )

7PM: Pop-up theme park at Euro Fun Park

To end off the night with a bang, visit Euro Fun Park , a pop-up theme park!

The rides here are pretty thrilling — I dare say they’re better than your typical neighbourhood fairs. Our top choices were definitely the Vortex and Space Flyer.

The Vortex takes you cartwheeling high up into the air while you spin around endlessly for a fun yet dizzy experience. The Space Flyer takes the usual spinning chair carnival ride but goes up high to 30m in height.

Rides are paid in tokens (RM2 each). For instance, the Vortex requires 15 tokens while the Space Flyer requires 10 tokens.

Entrance fee: RM5 (excl. cost of rides) Opening hours: 7PM – 12AM

*Note: The theme park occasionally shifts around to different locations in Malaysia. Check their website for updates before you go!

Planning your Budget JB Day Trip

A day trip to JB can be lighter on the pocket if you plan ahead! That means pre-booking activities that you want to do, having your multi-currency cards ready, and planning which transportation to use. That way, you’ll have more money for the fun stuff like shopping and cafe-hopping!

And don’t forget to check out Klook’s Great JB Getaway Page for special deals on food and activity bookings!

*Pro-tip: Use the code <THETRAVELINTERN> on Klook to get 5% off all activities with a min. spend of S$50 (discount cap at S$15). Apply the promo code when you checkout. One-time use only!

Save on cafe-hopping with discounted dining vouchers or skip the queue for popular food spots like Kam Long Ah Zai Curry Fish Head 💁🏻‍♀️ There are options for the Signature Curry Fish Head or Fish Tail (meat only), in S/M/L portions that serve up to six pax!

I’ve been guilty of sticking to shopping malls on my usual visits to Johor Bahru (thank the weather 🥵), but this day trip to JB got me wanting to explore more of the city’s not-so-hidden gems that I’ve long overlooked.

One such area is Taman Mount Austin, a 20 to 30-minute drive from the JB City Centre. Aside from aesthetic cafes , there are interesting activity centres and craft workshops where you can tuft your own rugs or try your hand at decoden . Check out our 3D2N JB Itinerary for more things to do on a weekend trip!

PSA: Klook drops promo codes for 10% off JB hotels every Wednesday — remember to snag this for more savings on your next JB trip 👀

Read also: 12 Best JB Hotels Near Sentral, Mt Austin Other Popular Areas Best for Shopping, Cafe-hopping

What else do you usually do on a day trip to JB? Let us know in the comments below and we might include it in the itinerary!

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Thanks for an interesting write up. Amlooking into cafe hopping for my next trip. Another reason I go JB for is body massage, paying MYR 132 for 2 hours, and using WISE card get good exchange rates too.

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Affordable day trips around JB to maximise your time across the Causeway

The December holiday period is expectedly the peak travel season in Singapore, with families going abroad and working adults clearing their AL (annual leave).

If you're scrambling for a last minute, affordable, fuss-free getaway, neighbouring JB is probably your best bet, and we have the long Causeway jams to prove it.

And if you're going to be spending hours stuck crossing the border there and back, it might be worth your while taking an extended break and looking beyond JB, especially if you drive.

With Johor being the fifth-largest state in Malaysia by area, why limit yourself to your usual hangouts in JB when there's plenty to see and do in other towns nearby?

READ ALSO:   5 things to do in JB that's not shopping, eating or getting a massage

Here are some fun places not too far away that you might want to stop by the next time you're planning a slightly longer stay "overseas".

Drive time from JB Sentral: 1.5 hours

The Malaysian beach town of Desaru is becoming increasingly popular for overworked Singaporeans in need of some R&R.

Less than two hours' drive from Woodlands checkpoint, the district is perfect for families and couples, with opulent resorts, a serene six-kilometre coastline and one of the biggest waterparks in the world.

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For the thrill-seekers, Adventure Waterpark has a high-speed roller coaster and flume ride called Kraken's Revenge, as well as five other twister slides guaranteed to get your heart pumping.

At Desaru Coast, Malaysia's newest destination resort, you'll also find globally-renowned hotels such as Hard Rock and The Westin. A 45-hole golf course as well as a 23-acre waterfront landscaped retail and lifestyle village are among the highlights.

Desaru is also home to Malaysia's biggest ostrich farm , where you can organise ostrich rides and have a closer look at the world's largest flightless bird.

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For those with a curious palate, here's your chance to taste a mega-sized omelette and ostrich teppanyaki and satay. Just spare the little ones the details! 

Seafood lovers should head on over to Tanjung Balau Fishing Village and sample the freshest catch of the day while learning about the kampung's past through galleries featuring how the fishermen navigated through treacherous waters.

KOTA TINGGI

Drive time from JB Sentral: 1 hour 5 minutes

Known as a historical town where the Sultanate of Johor was established, Kota Tinggi is the stuff of road trips with plenty to see, do and eat.

If we managed to convince you to take a trip to Desaru, you might want to make Kota Tinggi one of your pit-stops since the two districts are on the same side of the Johor state.

Although Kota Tinggi may not be the biggest tourist magnet for city-dwellers, nature-lovers are often drawn by the serenity of the waterfalls, trees and (relatively) untouched environment.

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The main draw of Kota Tinggi is the Lombong Falls, located at the foot of Gunung Mutahak, a famous mountain that's a 20-minute drive away from the main town area.

There, you'll find shallow pools ideal for the little ones to cool off and swim or wade around in, as well as an 80m-long water slide located at the site.

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Good news for us visitors — the local government has recently upgraded facilities available as part of the Visit Johor Year 2020 campaign.

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Kota Tinggi is also a hotspot for "glampers" who want a more luxurious outdoor experience, and Canopy Tribes is one place that organises "glamping" (glamorous camping) under the star-lit night sky.

If you're going all-out to experience nature, be sure to stop by the Kota Tinggi firefly park and the Teluk Sengat crocodile farm that's home to more than 1,000 fearsome reptiles.

The crocodile farm is about a half hour drive from town and an hour's drive from Desaru.

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Drive time from JB Sentral: 1 hour 15 minutes.

Located in the Pontian district, Kukup is a simple fishing village built on stilts and a popular choice for families to book chalets and have seafood barbeques at.

A great fishing spot and relaxed space to just chill out, a chalet visit to Kukup isn't complete without singing karaoke, playing mahjong and sightseeing around town.

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For just RM5 (S$1.60) per person, you can also choose to take a boat-tour around the kelongs and check out how fish and other intriguing marine life like butterfish, horseshoe crabs, eels and others are bred.

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For the intrepid traveller, consider taking a boat out to visit Kukup Island that's one-kilometre off the coastline — it's said to be the hideout of pirates in the olden days.

Declared as a protected national park in 1997, Kukup Island is a wetland that's home to a wide array of mangrove trees and swamp-dwelling creatures but you'll never know what treasure you might find.

Kukup is a good choice if you're in need of a relaxing holiday to empty your mind and enjoy the slow pace of kampung life.

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Although there are a number of shops in the town centre, don't expect the hustle and bustle of the city and shopping to be the main activity.

Drive time from JB Sentral: 2.5 hours

With a reputation for the best otak-otak Malaysia has to offer, the sleepy town of Muar was an emergency pit-stop during heavy rains my family and I encountered on the way back from Kuala Lumpur.

A surprising gem of a find, the quiet town is one that I've been wanting to revisit again, all thanks to a single dinner along Glutton Street.

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A 100-metre stretch lined with over two dozen food stalls and vendors hawking satay, wantan mee, oyster omelette and more.

Muar is an ideal destination for a day trip because there's honestly not that much to do in town and you'll be able to finish seeing everything within a day.

The largest shopping mall is Wetex Parade where locals and tourists go to escape the heat, and you can also take a relaxing stroll around Tanjung Emas Park and enjoy scenic views of the Muar river.

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Another popular activity among tourists is scaling Gunung Ledang (also known as Mount Ophir) where there are various waterfalls and on-site parks to explore but be sure to make a booking in advance for the trek can be quite challenging.

According to one Malay legend , the mountain was home to a fairy princess so beautiful a sultan wanted to marry her, so you might want to keep your eyes peeled.

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The laid back town of Kluang was once Johor's second most prosperous town after JB and a key inland port serving vast tracts of agricultural areas and manufacturing hubs.

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With advancements in Malaysia's roads and air transport system however, this town has become largely forgotten until recent announcements that the Batu Pahat High-Speed Rail (HSR) station could be located only a half-hour away from Kluang. 

Those who've been on weekend trips to the town can attest to a special charm about the place, imbued with new and old elements that'll make for a memorable visit.

One place you must drop in at is the original Kluang Rail station that was established in 1938. With flavours that have not changed in eight decades, soak in the old-school environment and listen to the train whistle as you sit back and sip on aromatic coffee.

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Be sure to taste the famous kaya toast and buns, and go early because their nasi lemak, curry puff and mee siam tend to be sold out by noon.

For those who are always on the lookout for IG-worthy backdrops, head over to an alley in downtown Kluang decorated with 24 murals painted by local artists, each telling a story of the town.

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Alternatively, you might want to pay a visit to the UK Farm Agro Resort for a range of family-friendly activities and teach your kids about farm life.

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For the couples, take a romantic stroll amidst a backdrop of fully-bloomed lavender flowers guaranteed to steal your breath away.

Come nightfall, don't miss the night market happening across the town at different areas on different days of the week, with vendors selling various authentic local dishes and items.

Your best bet will be to ask a local where and when their favourite one is happening and hope that you're able to catch it.

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For those looking to surround yourself with a little nature on your holiday, a trek up Mount Lambak will be just the thing for you.

One of Kluang's highlights, Gunung Lambak is a small mountain with a summit 510m above sea level. With two stages to climb, the initial part is said to be easy with proper pathways for visitors but the second half can be quite steep and may require you to hoist yourself up.

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The entire trek is said to take about two hour s unless you're a seasoned hiker.

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Cheap Guide to Johor Bahru: Where to Go and Best Things to Do in JB (2023)

Judging by how many people read and shared an earlier article on how to get to JB by train , I’m guessing Johor Bahru still remains as popular a weekend destination as ever for bored (and broke) Singaporeans.

But after you’ve changed your SGD into a thick stack of MYR, there’s still the question of what to do in JB with all that cash. It’s not gonna spend itself, right?

So I’ve compiled a list of the best things to do in Johor Bahru on a day trip, starting from the low-hanging fruit (everything near JB Sentral and City Square) to the farther-flung destinations that are worth visiting.

Cheap guide to Johor Bahru: Where to go & best things to do in JB

Johor Bahru is actually a pretty big area, so it’s actually impossible to do all of JB in one trip. Instead, try to visit places that are near one another, or else you’ll just be on the road most of the time. I’ve grouped this article into 8 main shopping/eating clusters, in increasing level of “difficulty”.

Movies + food: City Square JB & Komtar JBCC (right opposite JB Sentral)

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Whether you’re taking the bus, train or crossing the border on foot, JB Sentral is the immigration checkpoint and therefore your point of entry into Malaysian territory.

Once you exit, there’s an overhead linkway to 2 popular shopping malls: City Square Mall (older and more popular) and Komtar JBCC (newer and swankier, feels like Singapore).

Lots of JB day trippers don’t even step foot outside of these shopping malls, because it has what people come here to do anyway: Watch movies and eat.

Cheap things you can do here are:

• Watch movies at the City Square JB cinema (standard ticket prices are RM19).
• Get a shoulder or foot massage at City Square (check out our JB massage guide ).
• Shop at Sephora and Marks & Spencer at Komtar (expensive for Malaysian standards, but many items are cheaper after conversion).
• Stock up on personal care items like contact lenses and supplements, which are cheaper in Malaysia .
• Eat at familiar restaurants like Swensen’s (known as Seasons here), Nando’s, Tony Roma’s, Seoul Garden etc. at both shopping malls.

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JB cafe hopping: Jalan Dhoby & Hiap Joo (walkable from City Square)

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If you’re willing to bravely walk where there’s no air-con, there’s quite a lot to see in the immediate vicinity.

First, cut through City Square JB to get to Wong Ah Fook Road, and turn left. You’ll walk down a string of old school shops including a famous fish head curry place . Cross the street to the mega pasar malam Bazar Karat (open from 7pm onwards) and continue walking until you hit Jalan Dhoby.

Jalan Dhoby is kind of like JB’s Haji Lane: It’s home to a bunch of hipster JB cafes and boutiques—all in old shophouses, of course. Be sure to explore the parallel Jalan Tan Hiok Nee as well.

The cafes here are quite pricey. Expect to pay around RM15 for a coffee (only a little less than in Singapore). Highlights:

• Bev C Cafe (local designer boutique that doubles up as a cafe that everyone raves about)
• Chaiwalla & Co. (cafe housed in a container, a la Artbox)
• Flowers in the Window (very pretty cafe filled with plants everywhere)
• The Replacement Lodge & Kitchen (painfully cool boutique hotel and cafe)

Mixed among the hipster establishments, there are also some cheap local food places that make this area worth exploring:

• It Roo Cafe & Restoran Hua Mui (both famous for chicken chop)
• Hiap Joo Bakery (traditional bakery famous for banana cake & “burnt” buns)
• Salahuddin Bakery (traditional bakery famous for triangular flaky curry puffs)

Massage + shopping: KSL Mall & Bangkok Spa JB (10 min drive from City Square JB)

If you’ve exhausted all that the JB Sentral and Jalan Dhoby areas have to offer, JB has no lack of mega shopping malls within spitting distance of the checkpoint.

The biggest one is KSL City Mall , which is a 10 minute drive from City Square JB. There are lots of taxis here, but I’d recommend using Grab if you have roaming data because it’ll be a lot cheaper and there’s less chance of the driver taking the long way to chop tourists.

KSL City Mall is a huge complex complete with its own hotel, multiple spas and salons, a cinema (naturally), a massive Daiso (everything RM5.90), a Tesco hypermart, many restaurants, and what feels like 500 shops all selling cheap barang barang .

You can spend the day in the shopping mall if you’re so inclined, but when I’m in the area I like to go to the nearby Bangkok Spa for a (clean) massage. The very painful but therapeutic 60-minute Thai massage I got cost just RM62 (S$18)!

You might be surprised to know that JB has its share of “nice” restaurants—you know, the kind you’d go to on a date when you want to impress someone? And there’s quite a few near KSL City:

• Naughty Bali  (Balinese pork ribs restaurant)
• Chez Papa (French bistro & wine bar)
• Lavender L.Table (nice-ish Western food with really good desserts)
• Gianni’s Trattoria (Italian restaurant & wines)

If the idea of going to a fancy Western restaurant in JB sounds weird to you, just look up their menus online and divide all the prices by 3 to convert the RM to SGD. Tell me you’re not sold.

Ice skating + rock climbing: Paradigm Mall (20 min drive from City Square JB)

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JB regulars would have been to City Square and KSL City billions of times, so it’s totally understandable that they’re now talking about the newer and cooler Paradigm Mall these days.

It’s about a 20-minute Grab ride or drive from JB Sentral. Apart from being one of the newest shopping malls in JB, it’s also seriously huge at over 2 million sq ft in size (for comparison, VivoCity is 1.5m sq ft). You definitely want to wear your HPB steps tracker for this one.

You can certainly spend the entire day inside Paradigm Mall because in addition to the sheer size, there’s also an indoor ice skating rink  (RM40 per session) and an indoor climbing gym  (RM32 to RM42 for an all-day pass) , and they cost way less than in Singapore.

Shop like you’re in Singapore, in JB: The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey (20 min drive from City Square JB)

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I have no doubt that The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey was created exclusively with Singaporeans and wealthy Malaysians in mind.

For one thing, as with Paradigm Mall, Mid Valley Southkey is massive enough to entertain you all day. The flagship tenant here is Sogo, the Japanese department store—remember them?—and there are also lots of high end brands that you can find in malls like Jewel Changi Airport and ION Orchard. For example: Dior, L’Occitane En Provence, Swarovski, Yves Saint Laurent, and Tudor.

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JB furniture shopping: Aeon Tebrau City, IKEA Malaysia (30 min drive from City Square JB)

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The obvious place to start is IKEA Tebrau (said to the biggest IKEA in Southeast Asia!) which is about a 25- to 30-minute drive from City Square.

Before you go, you must do your homework—the items in IKEA Malaysia are not necessarily that much cheaper than IKEA Singapore. Also make sure all the items can fit into your transport, otherwise you’ll be in a pickle as there’s no way to deliver the items across the border.

There’s a big shopping mall, Aeon Tebrau City , right next to IKEA Johor in case you want to pass out at TGV cinema (which has bean bags!) for a few hours after your shopping. The Malaysian homeware store Kaison outlet here is also worth visiting for home decor and accessories.

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A few minutes’ drive from Aeon Tebrau City is the unofficial furniture district in JB: Taman Molek . Just Google “furniture shops JB” and you’ll see a bunch of them in a strip.

I haven’t been to this area myself, but from what I read in forums, there’s a bunch of furniture and lighting wholesalers here. It’s said that delivery to Singapore is common practice too.

JB with the kids: Aeon Bukit Indah, Legoland & Hello Kitty Town (20 min drive from Tuas Second Link)

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A viable day trip option for Westies is Bukit Indah in the western part of JB. It’s closer to Tuas Checkpoint and the Second Link (a lot less crowded than Woodlands), plus the expressway links you straight from immigration to Aeon Bukit Indah in just 20 minutes.

Aeon Bukit Indah isn’t exactly stunning, but it’s good enough for a relaxing day out. There’s the TGV Bukit Indah cinema (also has bean bags) and a Daiso for more shopping too.

One good thing about the Bukit Indah area is that it’s quite pedestrian-friendly by Malaysian standards. Just across from the mall is a strip of spas, restaurants and hotels, and if you turn left and walk down the road, you’ll see a big Tesco supermarket.

It’s also really near JB’s major theme parks: Legoland  and Hello Kitty Town , both located about midway between Bukit Indah and the Second Link checkpoint.

JB outlet shopping: Johor Premium Outlets (40 min drive from City Square JB)

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The slightly under-the-radar factory outlet cluster in JB is about a 40-minute drive away from JB Sentral, which is a bit out of the way… but it should be worth the trip if you come during their big end-of-year sale in December. Depending on the brand, prices are slashed up till mid-December (better get to your Christmas shopping quick!) or the end of the year.

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Midori Concept Hotel

57, Jalan Austin Heights 8/1, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Malaysia – Great location - show map

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strategic location. Friendly staffs. Value for money.

Location only 900meters from Austin Height's golf & lots of restaurants nearby

i like this place very much. very clean & great location.

Stay for 6 night. Clean room, bed and pillow comfy. With working desk , fridge, safety locker. Suitable for business trip.

Clean room and comfy bed Shower pressure is good and well heated Hallway is clean Staff is exceptional nice. Lobby is beautifully decorated. Air-conditioning is cooling.

Feels like a fairly new hotel. Most of the stuff looks fresh and there is a guard at night looking after the cars in front of the hotel, so extra security. To be honest the location is not bad too - 5 mins walk to the mount Austin main area.

Perfect location surrounded by eateries, supermarket and entertainments.

Short 2d1n trip to JB.. location not as crowded as compared to KSL/holiday villa side. Park your vehicle with ease, their are hotel lots (subjected to availability) with security at night overlooking. Near a lot of legit massage areas.

The hotel is near to restaurants in Mount Austin. Room is comfortable and clean too.

Room was clean and comfortable. Interior of hotel was nicely designed. Bed was comfy. Service was good too when we needed slippers.

Great location!

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Located within 15 miles of Singapore Zoo and 15 miles of Night Safari, Midori Concept Hotel has rooms in Johor Bahru. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk. Guest rooms in Midori Concept Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Holland Village is 23 miles from the accommodation, while ION Orchard Mall is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Senai International Airport, 12 miles from Midori Concept Hotel.

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From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Standard Operation Procedure set by the government, only guests completely vaccinated, under low risk and have passed 14th days from the date of the second dose injection are allowed to check in and stay.

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If you’ve already been to the Hello Kitty Café here, then a trip to the Sanrio Hello Kitty Town across the Causeway is a must on the weekend itinerary. It’s an entire town! With Hello Kitty! And her friends!

The main attraction is a tour of Hello Kitty’s home, and then there’s the Purrfect Stage, with performances by the feline and her squad – here’s looking at you, My Melody and Bad BadtzMaru fans. Also check out the Wishful Studio, where your kids can create Hello Kitty-themed souvenirs. If that’s too much pink in a day, there are always cafés in the theme park to refuel.

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Leaving for LL on 1st day & HKT on 2nd day, can I take a taxi to & fro hotel, how much roughly? I've been offered RM 35 X 2 WAY X 1 PAX (MPV transfer) is this worth it?

Im not sure I understand your calculation

If you are saying its costing 350RM in total ie the complete return trip for the 5 of you I would say that is a bit expensive.

I would add that most hotels (semi decent ones) in JB are doing a free shuttle

I'm staying in Grand Sentosa Hotel, any free shuttle service there?

Hai ping, can i have the e-mail or contact number to book the toyota innova? Thanks..

You may want to consider PM OP directly for that that info.

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