Petronas Twin Towers

Petronas Twin Towers

Introduction

The Petronas Twin Towers (KLCC Twin Towers) are the world’s tallest twin towers at a height of about 1483 feet (452m). There are 88 floors in each tower and 5 underground levels for car park. Each tower weighs 300,000 tons. The observation deck is at the 86th floor at a height of about 1214 feet (370 m). There is a Skybridge between the two towers on 41st and 42nd floors. The bridge is at a height of about 558 feet (170m) above the ground and is about 192 feet (58.4m) long. The skybridge at 41st floor is open for public view. Many people visit this place every year.

Petronas Twin Towers

Petronas Twin Towers – Kuala Lumpur

Best time to visit Petronas Twin Towers

In the evening. One can watch the KLCC Lake Symphony light show and musical fountain in the evening.

February to September. Temperatures are around 23C (73F) and 33C (91F)

How to get to Petronas Twin Towers

Take the LRT Kelana Jaya line of metro from KL Sentral to KLCC metro station. It is a walk for 5 minutes from here. LRT Kelan Jaya line can also be taken from Masjid Jamek, Pasar Seni and Bukit Nanas.

GoKL city bus is a free bus service from Bukit Bintang to KLCC and Arab Street Taxi (interchange) to KLCC.

RapidKL city buses B103 and B114.

Grab Taxi is the best option if you prefer Taxi. Download the app and register.

KLCC metro station near Petronos

KLCC metro station

LRT Kelana Jaya line

LRT Kelana Jaya line

KL Sentral to KLCC route

KL Sentral to KLCC route

Open timings

Timings may change over time
Petronas Twin Towers timings 9 AM to 9 PM (Tue-Sun). Last admission is at 8.30 PM. Open on 2nd and 4th Mondays
KLCC Lake Symphony timings 7.30 PM to 10 PM
Petrosains Discovery Center timings 9.30 AM to 4 PM (Tue-Fri), 9.30 AM-5 PM (Sat-Sun), Closed in Mondays.
Aquaria KLCC (10 AM-8 PM)

Tickets

Prices may change over time
Adult: MYR 98 ($23)
Child (3 to 12 years): MYR 50 ($12)
Senior Citizen (61 years and above): MYR 50 ($12)
Free for children below 3 years

Time required to see Petronas Twin Towers

About 3 hours

Petronas Twin Towers Tickets

Petronas Twin Towers Tickets

Things to do at Petronas Twin Towers

Visit Observation deck
Check Skybridge
See through the Telescope there using different modes
Shop at Suria KLCC
Check the interactive AR screen
Walk in KLCC Park
Enjoy the Lake Symphony musical fountain and light show
Visit Petrosains Discovery Center
Enjoy the Aquarium at Aquaria KLCC

Skybridge Petronas

Skybridge, Petronas Twin Towers

View from Petronas Twin Towers

View from Petronas Twin Towers

About Petronas Twin Towers

The Petronas Twin Towers is an important landmark in Kuala Lumpur along with the KL Tower and Merdeka 118. From many places in Kuala Lumpur the Petronas Twin Towers are visible. At the bottom of the Petronas towers is the Suria KLCC mall. There is KLCC Park near it. There are two elevators. One elevator is to go up to the 41st floor and another elevator to go from the 41st floor to the 86th floor. The Skybridge is supported by 2 hinges. Each hinge is about 167 feet (51 m) long.

Petronas Reception

Petronas Twin Towers Reception

Architecture of Petronas

The design is tube design. The towers were designed by Cesar Pelli. The architecture resembles the Malay architecture and the Islamic geometric patterns. It is made of steel, glass and aluminum. Each floor plate is an eight-pointed star. They represent unity, harmony, stability and rationality.

History of Petronas

The planning started in 1992. Excavation started in 1993. Construction started in 1994. Spires and Interiors were completed in 1996. The building was opened in 1999.

Petronas Souvenir machine

Petronas Souvenir machine

Facilities at Petronas Twin Towers

Wheelchairs
Wheelchair-accessible toilets
Special needs assistance
Luggage drop-off area

Restrictions

Visitors should be at the entrance 15 minutes before the time slot allotted
Tickets are not transferable or refundable
Bags should go through Scanning machine
Eating, drinking, smoking, chewing gum are not allowed

Tips

On a busy day, the tickets for the same day may not be available. It is advisable to buy online beforehand to avoid disappointment.

Award

Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice 2024 award

Address

Lower Ground (Concourse) Level, PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088, Kuala Lumpur

Website

https://www.petronastwintowers.com.my/

Email

[email protected]

Tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur

Petronas Twin Towers
Suria KLCC mall
KLCC Park
Aquaria KLCC
Petrosains Discovery Center
KL Tower
Mini zoo
KL Forest Eco Park
Berjaya Times Square Theme Park
KL Bird Park
Butterfly Park
Merdeka Square
Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Batu Caves
Genting Highlands
Jalan Alor
Central Market
Petaling street
Bukit Bintang
Malacca
Perdana Botanical gardens
National Mosque of Malaysia
Jamek Mosque
National Monument
City Gallery
KL Upside down house
Islamic Arts Museum
Pavilion KL
Sri Mahamariamman temple

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