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Waterfront Hotel, Kuching

Kuching, Sarawak

Kuching, the state capital of Sarawak, Malaysia, has a wonderfully romantic history. Divided into north and south by the sinuous Sarawak River, Kuching is ideally located for exploring both the coast and the interior with its ancient rainforests

WEATHER

With a tropical rainforest climate Kuching's temperature is constant throughout the year. The monsoon/ rainy season is officially from October to March, however in the remaining months you can expect some heavy rainfall as well. Throughout the year it is nice and sunny in Kuching.

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Sarawak... Now More Than Ever

Looking for that little bit of magic in your lives? Be enchanted in Sarawak. As borders are fully opened, the time to visit Sarawak is Now... More Than Ever.

Visit sarawaktourism.com for more vacation & holiday ideas in Sarawak.

Top Places to Visit

Semenggoh Nature Wildlife

Experience to encounter one of the Borneo's endangered species - Orangutans. It is home to a colony of semi-wild orangutans who are trained and used to human encounters.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
KM 20, Jalan Puncak Borneo, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak.
OPENING HOURS:
Sun (including public holidays): 8.00 am - 4.00 pm
ORANGUTAN FEEDING TIME:
9.00 am - 10.00 am; 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Bako National Park

Home of Proboscis Monkey, Bako is Sarawak's oldest national park and one of the smallest national parks in Sarawak, contains almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo.

VISIT WEBSITE

OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 9.00 am - 4.45 pm
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Borneo Cultures Museum

Borneo Cultures Museum is the second largest museum in South East Asia. It first opened its doors to the public on 9th March 2022. Visitor are encouraged to pre-book their visits.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93400 Kuching, Sarawak
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 9.00 am - 45 pm; Sat - Sun: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Satok Weekend Market

The market stalls offer a huge variety of local produce from snacks, local delicacies, fruits, vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fish, eggs, plants, pets, jungle produce to clothing, local craft items and souvenirs.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
Taman Foong Joon, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
SPECIALTIES:
Local products, fresh raw food
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Sun: 10.00 am - 11.00 am

The Brooke Gallery at Fort Margherita

The Brooke Gallery highlights the people, places and history behind the birth and development of Sarawak during the Brooke era.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
Fort Margherita, Petra Jaya, 93050, Kuching, Sarawak.
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 9.00 am - 4.45 pm
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Places to Eat

The Lamin

Savor authentic Sarawakian cuisine at the all-day dining restaurant of Telang Usan Hotel!

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
Lot 340-345, Ban Hock Road, Kuching, Malaysia.
SPECIALTIES:
Local Sarawakian dishes
OPENING HOURS:
Mon-Sun: 10:00am - 10:00pm

Chong Choon Cafe

A popular place for having local breakfast amongst the locals and tourists. Famous with Sarawak Laksa which are priced at RM6 for a small bowl, RM8 for a big bowl and RM16 for the special.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
275, Jalan Chan Chin Ann, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak.
SPECIALTIES:
Sarawak Laksa, Kolo Mee, Boiled Egg, Toast
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Sun: 6.00 am - 1.00 pm

Top Spot Seafood Centre

Perfect place for seafood lovers. Wide variety of sea food stalls where you can order fresh seafoods as well as Sarawak's local delicacies.

VISIT WEBSITE

ADDRESS:
Jalan Bukit Mata Kuching, Jalan Padungan, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak.
SPECIALTIES:
Asian cuisine, Halal cuisine, Seafood
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Sun: 5.00 pm - 1.00 am

Going Around Kuching

Car Rental:

There are several car rental services you could opt for from our local tour agencies. A few car rental counters are also available at Kuching International Airport for you to book right after exiting the arrival gate.


Taxi/Grab:

Book a Grab or Taxi from anywhere in Kuching to reach your destination. Download the Grab application on your smartphone to book your Grab ride and for more information on how to book Taxi, visit www.kuchingtaxi.com by clicking on the title.


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Newly operated bus services. Buses are disabled-friendly and equipped with CCTV and a GPS tracking system.