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

Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host

Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host

AU$238
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Singapore Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with Local Host
Night Safari Singapore

Night Safari Singapore – Explore the World’s First Nocturnal Zoo

AU$87
per adult
Night Safari Singapore – Explore the World’s First Nocturnal Zoo
ESCAPE Putrajaya

ESCAPE Johor Bahru

AU$50
per adult
ESCAPE Johor Bahru
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Our pick of the best Central District Hotel Deals

St. Giles Southkey
St. Giles Southkey
3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$139 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$139
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! (766 reviews)
"Very convenient since the hotel is connected to the mall. Just a head’s up that check in time gets pretty hectic."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

St. Giles Southkey
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! (951 reviews)
"First booking over at Capri. And it was an excellent choice! Loved it. From checking in through checking out. Every thing was splendid. In House french fries was superb! Will be back again to stay in and just enjoy the room."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$149 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$149
7 July - 8 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! (1,004 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 27 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$173 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$173
6 July - 7 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! (621 reviews)
"walkable distance to customs, shopping, play and food"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
KSL Hotel & Resort
KSL Hotel & Resort
4 out of 5
33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is AU$106 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$106
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly resort in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, water park access (surcharge), and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"There is no hotel lobby at the checkin area. Looks like it is removed to become retail outlet if Oriental Kopi. Did not consider elderly guests who may need to rest awhile at the lobby."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

KSL Hotel & Resort
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 21 July to 22 July
AU$145
21 July - 22 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)
"A quite long walk from the CIQ, and the nearby area is still under construction. Sorry to say the hotel itself is lacking of maintenance. Some furniture(most heavy sliding doors of the cabinet)and shower(some loose part) is hard to use."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
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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 Danga Bay.

Tampoi

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