Central District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central District
Popular places to visit
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.
Johor Bahru City Square
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.
KSL City Mall
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.
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 family-friendly area.
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.
R&F Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at R&F Mall during your trip to Tanjung Puteri. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Half-Day City Tour including Visit to Singapore Botanic Gardens
City Experience with National Orchid Garden + Roundtrip Transfers
Our pick of the best Central District Hotel Deals
KSL Hotel & Resort
The rooms were clean. The reception staff were helpful. The location is simply great!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Clean and spacious rooms with great location
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
The lift feels a bit shaky and unsafe
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
helpful service at the reception. rooms are clear and orderly. the location is perfect.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
St. Giles Southkey
Spacious for a King room. Overlooking greenery, beautiful view. Needs to pay attention to maintenance to little details but overall clean and convenient as mall is attached. It took abot 15 minutes by Grab from JB Sentral.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Here’s a smooth and natural English translation: “The location is great and the customer service is excellent. I’ve stayed here twice. It’s a pity that the three-bedroom unit only has one bathroom, so this time the four of us booked the four-bedroom unit and it was very comfortable.”
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central District
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.
Taman Century
While visiting Taman Century, you might make a stop by sights like KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza.
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.
Larkin
Visitors to Larkin like its museums and gardens, and Johor Golf and Country Club is a sight worth a stop.
Danga Bay
While visiting Danga Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Danga Bay Park and Beletime Danga Bay.
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.
