Kuala Lumpur - Batu Caves - Helpful Travel Information

 

The Batu Caves or 10th Hill is the sight of a Hindu Temple and Shrine located in Selangor, a suburb of Kuala Lumpur.  

These Batu Caves in Malaysia are limestone Hills with series of Caves and Temple Caves.

It takes about 30-40 minutes (about 17KM) from Kuala Lumpur  KL Sentral Station to Batu Caves.

There are 3 main Caves within the Hill that feature Hindu temples and shrines. 

Batu Caves has 272 steep steps to climb to reach them. 

The monkeys at Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur (KL) can be a good distraction as they frolic around the steps.

A prominent feature at the caves' entrance is the gigantic golden statue of the Hindu God, Murugan. 

This Lord Murugan Statue at Batu Caves stands over 42 meters tall.

Batu caves also have Rock Climbing for enthusiasts. However, you will have to book  Rock Climbing with a private company.

Private Guided Tour from Kuala Lumpur to Batu Caves is also available with Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off.

More useful Information is below this Batu Caves Kuala Lumpur (KL) Travel Guide.

Batu Caves Address Gombak, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia
Batu Caves Admission Fee and Hours

FREE for the Public to visit

You might have to pay in case you take a tour of Dark Cave or visit some specific Cave like Ramayana Cave at Batu Caves.

Batu Caves Open Hours:

7AM - 8PM (Daily)
Getting from Kuala Lumpur to Batu Caves

By KTM Kommuter train from KL Sentral to Batu Caves:

- Take the KTM Kommuter train from KL Sentral station to the Batu Cave Station

- Batu Caves is 8 Stops from KL Sentral at takes about 30 minutes

- KTM Batu Caves Station is the last stop of the KTM Kommuter train on that route

By Tour from Kuala Lumpur to Batu Caves with Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off:

- Half-day 3 hour tour to Batu caves is available from Kuala Lumpur with Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off


Malaysia Countryside and Batu Caves Tour from Kuala Lumpur - $13.00
from: Viator, A Tripadvisor Company
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Travel tips for visiting Batu Caves:

• There are many wild monkeys in the Batu Caves area. 
   Be aware and make sure not to eat anything around these Monkeys. 
   Monkeys at Batu Caves are not afraid of humans and won't hesitate to steal anything they perceive as food.

• There is a dress code for women- no shorts or skirts above the knees. 
   You can rent a Pario (sarong) for RM 3.00 at the entrance of steeps or you can bring your own sarong to wrap around.

• Wear good shoes and bring water as you climb up 272 Batu Caves steeps stairs to reach caves. 
Website  Informative Website for Batu Caves
Malaysia Countryside and Batu Caves Tour from Kuala Lumpur - $13.00

Enjoy the countryside landscapes and handycraft tour by leave the streets of Malaysia’s capital city from Kuala Lumpur. Visit one of the nation’s most beloved shrines, located in the Batu Caves, and see how two of the country’s traditional crafts are made during stops at the Royal Selangor Pewter factory, quick stop at rubber tree plantation,and a batik center. Choose morning or afternoon departure time and smile all the trips.

- Energetic atmosphere at the holy site of Batu Caves
- Up-close look at the art of traditional batik painting
- Rows of embassy buildings along Ampang Road
- Friendly guide to explain Malaysia's multicultural society
- Astonishing view into the world of pewter at Royal Selangor