What To Do In Ipoh

Ipoh is a town that is less crowded and is one of the cities in Malaysia that have quite a number of unique foods. Besides, there are also hidden gems of attraction scattering around the town, having the maximum adventure level! In this blog, SGMYTRIPS will cover what to do in Ipoh, so you can plan your itinerary easier.

Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple
Lost World of Tambun
Gaharu Tea Valley
Ling Sen Tong Temple
Ulu Geroh Rafflesia Trail
Han Chin Pet Soo Museum
Kellie’s Castle
Ipoh Railway Station
Gua Tempurung
Gunung Lang Recreational Park

What To Do In Ipoh: Top 10 Tourist Attractions You Must Visit

1. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple

The name of this temple, Kek Lok Tong came from the Chinese language, which has a meaning of cave of ultimate bliss. Kek Lok Tong is one of the must-visit caves in Ipoh. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple is the largest among other similar cave temples in Ipoh, which spreads over 12 acres of land.

If you are driving here, there are plenty of car parks available in front of the entrance. This temple is also easily accessible via e-hailing vehicles without requiring you to travel quite a distance.

Upon entering the temple, you will find that it is very spacious compared to other similar caves that are publicly accessible. Take note that the floor might get very slippery during the morning due to the dew accumulated in the cave. There are quite a number of large statues of Buddha for locals to make their prayers. If you wish to take a walk, there is also a large garden behind the temple. Check this place out now!

Additional Information:
Address: Pesiaran Sepakat 3, TMN ENDAH JAYA, 31350 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Contact: 05-312 8112
Operating Hours: Daily 7 am – 5.30 pm

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2. Lost World of Tambun

Traveling in Ipoh may not be as bored as you think. For most of the travelers, Ipoh is all about foods, shopping malls, and unique places of worship. However, there are more than that! For instance, Lost World of Tambun in Ipoh may be one of your best spots to hang out and is built by the well-known developer in Kuala Lumpur, the Sunway Group.

The ticket price for this adventure park is way cheaper if you are comparing to its first built theme park in Kuala Lumpur, the Sunway Lagoon. Although the price is cheaper, you can still enjoy a completely different theme park with maximum joy. Except for having the most basic water section, Lost World of Tambun is also equipped with Lost World Petting Zoo and Lost World Hot Springs.

If you wish to stay a little bit longer in this town, you might want to check out their accommodations, you will definitely regret if you missed it!

Additional Information:
Address: 1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway, Sunway City, 31150 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Contact: 05-540 8888
Operating Hours: –
Site: Lost World of Tambun

3. Gaharu Tea Valley

What to do in Ipoh? If you have this question floating around your mind, check out Gaharu Tea Valley! This tea valley is one of the coolest spots in Ipoh without many knowing it even existed! Located near to Gopeng town, traveling to here from Ipoh might require driving for around 25 minutes. Gaharu Tea Valley is perfect for those who want to escape from hefty urban lifestyles.

Since many of the travelers even the locals do not know of this place, the ambiance and environment of this tea valley are highly relaxing and without having massive crowds.

If you decided to have this place included in your itinerary, make sure to check out the highlight of this place, the 20 years old famous tree. Locals believed that you will be blessed with good luck if you hug this tree.

Additional Information:
Address: Jln Sungai Itek, 31600 Gopeng, Negeri Perak
Contact: 05-351 1999
Operating Hours: Daily 9.15 am – 6 pm, closed on Tuesday
Site: Gaharu Tea Valley

4. Ling Sen Tong Temple

Are there any more unique places of worship in the list of what to do in Ipoh? Yes, check out Ling Sen Tong Temple if you happen to be in Ipoh! This is a place of worship for Chinese and it is also one of the must-visit temples in this town. Ling Sen Tong Temple can be spotted easily if you are traveling from Ipoh to the Simpang Pulai direction, the temple is only located by the roadside.

Ling Sen Tong Temple is famous among locals because of its unique traditional architecture. Besides, the temple strategically placed under a cliff, which is very comfortable strolling around the compound without having exposed under the hot sun.

As you walk around the temple, you will definitely notice the statues of four heavenly king located on top of the roof. Besides, there is also a manicured garden with ponds and fishes in it for you to chill at.

Additional Information:
Address: 31350 Ipoh, Perak
Contact: –
Operating Hours: –

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5. Ulu Geroh Rafflesia Trail

If you wish to have some hiking or jungle trekking in your trip to Ipoh, why not try out the Ulu Geroh Rafflesia Trail. This unique trail is located outside of Ipoh, in the Ulu Geroh village in its neighboring Gopeng town. Before we get into the main topic, Ulu Geroh is a small village with a tranquil environment. Here in this village, you can expect to see rubber plantations, durian orchards, and local villages who are happy to welcome visitors.

To trek along the Rafllesia Trail, you will have to get a Semai Orang Asli guide from this village. Since the trek is not fully developed, it is dangerous for you as a visitor to trek along as you might get lost in the forest. Therefore, it is wise to have a local guide origin from this village.

The trek is referred to as Rafflesia Trail because you might encounter the Rafllesia Flower, which is the largest known kind of flower on this planet. However, be prepared for the strong odor that this flower spreads, as the other name of Rafflesia Flower is also known as the Corpse Pant.

6. Han Chin Pet Soo Museum

Whether you have known it or not, Ipoh town is actually well-known for its Hakka culture, although it seems to be a town for Cantonese culture origin in Malaysia. Therefore, if you have the interest to know more about Hakka culture here in this town and how this culture eventually started here, there is no better place for you to visit other than Han Chin Pet Soo Museum.

To visit this museum, the procedures might bother some of us but might also be convenient for most of the travelers. You are required to become a member at their official site and make an appointment for your visit online. Once your appointment of visit has been successfully registered, you will then expect to go through the history of tin mining in Ipoh.

If you are not into history, do not worry as the most notable tourist attraction of this town – The Concubine Lane just located right opposite.

Additional Information:
Address: 3, Jalan Bijeh Timah, 30100 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Contact: 05-241 4541
Operating Hours: Daily 9.30 am – 3.30 pm, closed on Monday
Site: Han Chin Pet Soo Museum

7. Kellie’s Castle

Kellie’s Castle is also one of the must-visit places whenever you are visiting Ipoh. This majestic castle quietly sits in Batu Gajah, a small village outside of Ipoh town. Visitors are required to pay a certain amount for their entrance fee. However, you would not have to break a hole in your pocket just to visit this place.

Kellie’s Castle is built by William Kellie Smith. He decided to build this castle here in Malaysia to resemble his former house located in Scotland. Surrounded by lush forest, this castle is well preserved until today.

You will also notice a huge statue depicting Mr. William Kellie Smith inside the compound. There is also furniture of this castle being displayed to the public at its original place.

Additional Information:
Address: 31000 Batu Gajah, Perak
Contact: 05-365 3381
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday 9 am – 5.30 pm; Friday to Sunday 9 am – 6 pm

8. Ipoh Railway Station

If you are the type of person who found interest in architectural design, you must definitely check out the railway station in Ipoh. This railway station is built in 1935, and the state government decided to preserve its appearance and design until today.

Constructed by incorporating Moorish and Victorian styles, the exterior of this building can be spotted easily due to its whitewashed surface. Locals referred to this railway station as the ‘Taj Mahal of Ipoh’. There is also a small garden for you to stroll around in front of this building. Besides, if you wish to send postcards to your friends or family while traveling in Ipoh, the post office is located right next to it.

Additional Information:
Address: Stesen KTM Ipoh, 30000 Ipoh, Perak

9. Gua Tempurung

Tired of shopping malls and urban lifestyles to be included in your itinerary? How about starting an adventure? Gua Tempurung is a tourist spot where you can explore deep into the cavern of mother Earth. Expect to see huge natural domes in the roof of Gua Tempurung as you explore deeper and deeper.

Besides, there are also bats live in this cave! Gua Tempurung is one of the longest cave in Malaysia, as it has a central chamber which spreads over 4.5 kilometers. There are a few routes for you to choose from according to the difficulty of hiking.

You will also be guided by a guide to preventing you from getting lost or any other accident that might happen, as there are underground streams and waterfalls inside this cave which some of them are quite dangerous.

Additional Information:
Address: Pusat Pelancongan Gua Tempurung, 31600 Gopeng, Negeri Perak
Contact: 012-529 2426
Operating Hours: –

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10. Gunung Lang Recreational Forest

Gunung Lang Recreational Forest is quite a new tourist spot in Ipoh. This recreational forest is a tranquil place you can never imagine of here in this busy city. Located strategically between Gunung Lang and Gunung Bilike, the park spreads over 30 hectares of land, most of it were lakes.

There are many spots in this recreational forest that are perfect for photography. If you wish to get closer to limestone scenery, you can rent a boat where you will be taken to the best views of this area.

Expect also to find many gardens, an observation tower, and a small zoo. If you are tired of boring hotels, there is a campsite here where you can spend the rest of your night!

Additional Information:
Address: Jalan Damai, 30100 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Contact: 05-208 3333
Operating Hours: Daily 8.30 am – 6 pm

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