Many Malaysians have the idea in such that Johor Bahru has nothing much to do except for food and shopping. However,visiting Legoland Malaysia there’s actually loads of funs things to do that could enhance the lifestyle of Johorean.
Legoland Malaysia
The top 10 places that enhances the lifestyle in Johor Bahru comes in variety. One of it would be visiting Legoland Malaysia. The best part of travelling to theme parks is the feeling as if you have just walked into a whole new place.
Although there are many theme parks around Malaysia, however, Legoland Malaysia is a little more special than other others. Why? Because the entire theme park is built with legos. It consists of both dry and wet theme parks so visitors could enjoy the best of both world’s in one location.
Tickets to enter Legoland Malaysia range from RM73 to RM244, whereby kids under the age of 12 years old and senior’s citizen age 60 years and above have discounted tickets.
Address: 7, Jalan Legoland, Medini, 79250, Nusajaya, Johor
Operating Hours:
Mon – Thurs: 10am to 6pm
Fri – Sun: 10am to 7pm
Public or School Holidays: 10am to 7pm
Little Paris
The next one, Little Paris. Little Paris gives off atmosphere as if you are in France, Paris, therefore, you dont have to come up with budgeting and planning to travel to Paris.
Different with Legoland Malaysia,this location contains a line of shops where the exterior lightning is a representation of the fashion of the Parisian avenues. By night, there are plenty light decorations that make any of your Instagram followers feels that you are physically in Europe when you are not.
Like the French City, Little Paris has a lot of high style clothing stores and yummilic restaurants and bakeries to visit to. Not only that, Gourmandises is a modest and humble bakery run by a French-Chinese lady, which is situated in a little corner store along the road.
She bakes intricating cakes and mouth-watering cookies that are almost too pretty to eat. Little Paris sometimes hosts massive events where people from all over Johor Bahru will attend to experience this festivity.
Address: Jalan Putra 1/1, Bandar Jaya Putra, 81100, Johor
Operating hours: 24 hours daily.
Dining @ Senibong Cove
Dining at Senibong Cove spot is a hidden gem in Johor Bahru. It is a new mini township where lovely houses are built along the East Coast. At Senibong Cove, one will be able to have an opportunity to stare into the sunset with a view of yachts anchored in the harbor as you dine like high-class individuals. After a delicious meal, one could take a casual walk or stroll along the pathway and enjoy the scenery. Pretty romantic for couples
Address: N-01, Block N, Pinggiran Senibong, No.1, Persiaran Senibong, Teluk Senibong, 81750, Masai, Johor
Operation hours: 24 hours daily
Istana Bukit Serene
Other than that, locals could check out actual jewels at Istana Bukit Serene. These jewels are not just any boring dusty museum, but they are actually embedded in a crown-like framework right at the entrance to the Bukit Serene Palace.
The architectural marvel is designed in the picture of the royal crown of Johor, and actually have real jewels incorporated into it. Hence, it is particularly busy at night when the sun sets and pretty lights illuminate the spot, giving the gems a different shine.
There is also a nice pool with colorful lights and plenty of room for people to just relax and chill. Funnily enough, a lot of couples like to have a fun walk around here.
Address: Jalan Straits View, Bukit Serene, 80200 Johor Bahru
Operating hours: 24 hours daily
Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory
If you have the heart to visit heritage sites, then the Old Town of Johor Bahru is a sport for you. One of the oldest bakeries in Malaysia is the Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory located right across from Hua Mui.
Just cross the road to the old and historical establishment to sample the tasty cakes and cookies made from wood-fired ovens that have been in service for the first time since year 1919.
The most popular food that are often purchased by customers would be the banana cake. They are soft and fluffy yet dense at the same time resulting to you won’t be feeling like you’re eating air. An utter must-try when you are in Johor Bahru.
Address: 13, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, 80000, Johor
Operating Hours:
Mon – Sat: 7am to 6pm Sunday: 9am to 1pm
Johor Old Town
Another place that would enhance the lifestyle in Johor Bahru would be the Old Town of Johor Bahru. Tourist or locals are able to visualize the murals and the heritage buildings. Similar to Penang, Johor Bahru have some pretty fun paintings on its walls as well that allows locals or tourist to take photographic pictures with.
The best part of the city is that the area hasn’t changed yet, except for some refurbishments and new paint coats to make it more colorful and livelier. In fact, the Red House is a very special building for the artsy fartsy community, as they often host social and musical activities or events. In the meantime, just remember to take a bunch of photos to send off to social media fans.
Address: Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, 80000, Johor
Operating Hours: 24 hours daily
Pasar Karat
While night falls on the old town in the center of Johor Bahru, that is when all the informal stalls come out. You will find your usual night market knick-knacks and some other pretty special items at this typical night market. The vendors of the night market are all friendly and are totally fine with you seeking to trade for a better price, too.
Address: 26,20, Jalan Segget, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000, Johor
Operation Hours:
Weekdays : 6pm to 12am Weekends: 7.30pm to 12am
Johor Premium Outlets
The final location of everything that will top it off is to shop at the Johor Premium outlets. Shopping is just as tempting, especially if rates are massively slashed or discounted. At Johor Premium outlets, one will find all kinds of branded and luxurious brands sold at rates that are cheaper than would see in their retail outlets.
Here, you can purchase branded goods from Burberry, Coach, Michael Kors, Polo, Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Swatch, and many more. Instead, one could tell their mates about all these marked things to make them envy.
Address: Jalan Premium Outlets, Indahpura, 81000, Kulai, Johor
Operation Hours: 10am to 10pm daily
Address: 26,20, Jalan Segget, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000, Johor
Operation Hours:
Weekdays : 6pm to 12am Weekends: 7.30pm to 12am
Battery Factory
This hot spot in Johor Bahru used to be the Eveready Battery factory, hence the name. In Battery Factory, you can search for locally made garments and antique accessories. Additionally, there are plenty of hipsters’ café with band performances to meet the coffee and chill needs.
If you’re into more fun things, you can also try out their outdoor and indoor skate park. What is even more surprising is such that you can get a haircut because there is a barber shop right inside the building. They’re the hipster type of barber shop which offers grooming services as well.
Address: 83, Jalan Tampoi, 81200, Johor
Operation Hours: 12pm to 12am daily
Restaurant Hua Mui
Tourists and locals can also enjoy a Malaysian traditional “kopitiam” breakfast. Hua Mui’s typical breakfast, which includes kaya butter toasts, soft boiled eggs, and coffee specialty is to die for. What makes their toast so different and special from the usual ones is such that they also have buns instead of sliced bread.
They used frozen butter to make the taste more strong, so when you have a bite in the bread, you get a drop of cold butter. And of course, the best pair for any toasted bread would have had perfectly soft-boiled eggs. Last but not the least, have it along with a cup of hot coffee to wash everything down as a perfect breakfast, and their coffee will do absolutely no wrong.
Address: 131, Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000, Johor
Operation Hours:
Mon – Sat: 8.30am to 6pm Closed on sundays
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