3 days in Kota Kinabalu Itinerary

A holiday in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital and main gateway town, offers access to urban areas boasting a diverse and rapidly evolving set of malls, bars, and quality restaurants serving locally caught seafood.

Kota Kinabalu is known for nature, shopping, and adventure. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, head off the coast to Sapi Island, take in the awesome beauty at Kinabalu Park, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Kota Kinabalu sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Brunei Darussalam, the closest major aiport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport. September in Kota Kinabalu sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.