Above Guide / Curated Malaysia
Things to do
in Malaysia.
Pair the Sepang Grand Prix with world-class street food night markets, iconic twin towers, and ancient temple caves.
Malaysia Beyond the circuit
Off the clock.
Bahraini culture between sessions. Concerts after the action. Street food and city discoveries when you head beyond Sepang.
Off-track culture · Mall Area
A taste of Bahrain. In Sepang.
Step into traditional crafts, cultural demonstrations and Bahraini flavours between sessions. Look for Bahrain Village in the Mall Area.
- Find it
- Mall Area, between the Welcome Centre and Main Grandstand. The map pin marks the area, not an individual booth.
- Food to try
- Halwa, traditional tea, nakhi, flavoured ice cream and luqaimat.
The official booklet now publishes timed Bahrain Village performances throughout Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Find Bahrain Village in the Mall AreaFull details & sources
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority brings Bahrain Village to the Mall Area at Sepang. Explore Arabic calligraphy, boat making, basket weaving, falconry, henna, pottery, traditional clothing and fish-trap making, alongside Bahraini games, live music and cultural demonstrations.
The official booklet now publishes timed Bahrain Village performances throughout Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Off-track entertainment
After the action. Turn it up.
Roaming performers and Chinese acrobats in the Fan Zone, followed by two concert nights. Plan your journey home before staying late.
- Friday & Saturday
- Timed driver and team appearances on the Fan Zone stage
- Saturday 3 October
- Axwell · 19:35
- Sunday 4 October
- Martin Garrix · 20:40
Axwell starts Saturday at 19:35 and Martin Garrix Sunday at 20:40. Each concert needs a valid F1 ticket plus the relevant separate upgrade.
Plan your late return from the circuitFull details & sources
Build the gaps between track sessions around the Fan Zone stage, Chinese Acrobats and roaming entertainment. The final booklet publishes exact appearance and performance times across the weekend.
Concert entry requires a separate upgrade and a valid F1 race-weekend ticket: USD50 per person for Axwell and USD100 for Martin Garrix. Upgrades are subject to availability and allocated first come, first served. A concert ticket without the corresponding F1 ticket does not grant entry.
On the map
Where they all are.
3 places with mapped locations. Choose a pin to see its details; photographs appear where available.
Beyond the circuit Your next discovery
Explore Sepang, Kuala Lumpur and beyond
Follow your interests. Find your stops.
Make the trip your own.
Choose a travel style to narrow the collection. Free and essential options can suit every tier.
The collection.
12 of 71 discoveries
Local food and restaurants
Jalan Alor Night Food Street
An evening food street in Bukit Bintang, with open-air dining and independent hawker stalls.
Local food and restaurants
Wong Ah Wah (W.A.W)
A Jalan Alor restaurant known for charcoal-grilled chicken wings, with salted egg squid among its documented dishes.
Local food and restaurants
Petaling Street (Chinatown)
A Chinatown market and food district, with shophouses, kopitiams and independent food stalls near Pasar Seni.
Landmarks and gardens
Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge & Observation Deck
The signature skyline visit combines the Skybridge with the high Observation Deck; pair it with KLCC Park below.
Landmarks and gardens
KLCC Park
A free, easy city-centre green break beneath the towers, with broad walking paths and fountain viewing.
Landmarks and gardens
KL Tower
Choose the Observation Deck, Sky Deck, Sky Box or Tower Walk for progressively more exposed city views.
Landmarks and gardens
KL Bird Park
A walk-through bird experience inside the Lake Gardens, suited to families and wildlife-focused visitors.
Landmarks and gardens
Perdana Botanical Garden
Use the landscaped central park for an unhurried walk and combine it with the museums and bird park nearby.
Landmarks and gardens
Taman Tugu
A forested urban trail beside the National Monument for a quiet active morning.
Culture and neighbourhoods
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
A substantial indoor collection spanning Islamic art, with educational activities, shop and dining on site.
Culture and neighbourhoods
Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery
A finance, money and art museum that adds a different lens on Malaysia’s history.
Guided tours and experiences
Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
See pewter-making heritage and combine interpretation with the centre’s learn, play and eat facilities.
Start with your saved trip budget, then narrow by area or activity. Tiers are planning guides, not live prices. Bookings and race-week availability must be confirmed with the operator.
04 / In pictures
The whole guide, in pictures.
6 photographs from every place in the guide, full screen. Choose any one to open the viewer.
04 / Keep planning
Turn inspiration
into a day.
Kuala Lumpur street markets are busiest between 19:00 and midnight. When visiting temples like Batu Caves, modest dress covering shoulders and knees is mandatory.
