Batu Caves

Cave Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia

What to expect

Batu Caves is a popular tourist attraction and a site of Hindu worship, featuring a series of limestone caves and temples. The main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God Lord Murugan at the entrance, and the steep 272-step climb to the top offers a stunning view of the city skyline. The caves are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including monkeys, bats, and various species of plants and insects. Visitors can explore the Temple Cave, the Dark Cave, and other attractions such as the Ramayana Cave and Cave Villa. The site is also known for its vibrant festivals, particularly the Hindu festival of Thaipusam, which attracts thousands of worshippers and tourists

Plan your family visit to the Batu Caves with these blog insights 👇

How To Get To Batu Caves From Kuala Lumpur

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Batu Caves during our stay in Kuala Lumpur to learn more about the Hindu pilgrimage site

Highlights: We were amazed by the caves and the unique festival atmosphere during the Thaipusam festival ✨

Thaipusam Festival Kuala Lumpur

This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed the stairs into the caves alongside the pilgrims during the Thaipusam Festival and saw the complex that has built up over the years at the base of the caves

Highlights: The parents enjoyed the spectacular caves and the festive atmosphere, while the children were happy to explore the area ✨

Kuala Lumpur with kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the caves and our daughter found it super interesting to see the rituals of the believers

Highlights: Our daughter found it super interesting to see the rituals of the believers ✨

A Kuala Lumpur City Break with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a day-trip to the iconic Batu Caves, known for their Hindu temple and shrine

Highlights: The kids loved the temple and the caves, while we enjoyed the history and the spiritual significance of the site ✨