Central District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central District
Johor Bahru featuring zoo animals and bird life
Johor Bahru showing café lifestyle
Johor Bahru featuring a mosque, signage and religious elements
Central District

Popular places to visit

Johor Bahru featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Visit the state mosque of Johor, a beautiful old building that was commissioned by a sultan and boasts a mix of architectural styles.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Johor Bahru showing café lifestyle as well as a couple

Danga Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Danga Bay during your travels in Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Danga Bay

Johor Bahru City Square

4/5(89 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular shopping spot in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Johor Bahru City Square

KSL City Mall

4/5(100 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to KSL City Mall, a popular shopping spot in Johor Bahru. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

KSL City Mall

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex is just one of the places to see in Bukit Chagar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex

Komtar JBCC

During your visit to Bandar Johor Bahru, you can do some window-shopping at Komtar JBCC. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Komtar JBCC

Activities

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AU$188
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
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Night Safari Singapore

Night Safari Singapore

AU$88
per adult
Night Safari Singapore
Must see Singapore in a day

Must see Singapore in a day

AU$188
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Must see Singapore in a day
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Our pick of the best Central District Hotel Deals

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4 out of 5
Menara Tiga Serangkai, Jalan Tengku Azizah, Johor Bahru, Johor
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (940 reviews)
"Capri is very clean, and room comfortable. Breakfast not bad,n provide great customer service. Best is provide transport to jb sentral"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

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Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
St. Giles Southkey
St. Giles Southkey
3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$146 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$146
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (748 reviews)
"Everything was good. Reception staff were very efficient and thoughtful."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

St. Giles Southkey
Amari Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$166 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$166
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We drove there, but were told that complimentary parking coupons aren’t provided for bookings made through Expedia—though they are available when booking through other platforms. It seemed a bit odd."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Amari Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 80000, Johor Bahru
The price is AU$149 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$149
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
"It was fully booked so it took a little longer to check in. They made up for it with free drinks and a slightly later check out. What I appreciated the most was the extra touch of providing a fold out sofa bed already fully made, for the kids in our suite! Really thoughtful!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4 out of 5
01-02 Menara Landmark, No. 12, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$145 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$145
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"(Swimming) I like the swimming pool because it is fun."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4 out of 5
Lot 512, Jalan Syed Mohd Mufti, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$97 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$97
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
"The rooms and amenities are excellent for the price, no complaints there. The staff are really friendly and helpful, kudos to them. I had a small hiccup with the room but they handled it professionally. The only downside is that City Square and Komtar are about a 15 mins walk away (not the easiest ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Central District

Johor Bahru showing cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Taman Abad

While Taman Abad may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

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Taman Century

While visiting Taman Century, you might make a stop by sights like KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza.

Taman Century
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Taman Pelangi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Taman Pelangi and surrounding area, you can visit KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

Taman Pelangi
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Larkin

Visitors to Larkin like its museums and gardens, and Johor Golf and Country Club is a sight worth a stop.

Larkin
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Bandar Baru Uda

Travellers like the shopping in Bandar Baru Uda, and Angsana Johor Bahru Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bandar Baru Uda
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Tampoi

While there might not be top attractions in Tampoi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Angsana Johor Bahru Mall and Mydin Shopping Centre.

Tampoi

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