Central District Travel Guide
Johor Bahru





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Popular places to visit

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
After visiting Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johor Bahru. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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 romantic area.
Komtar JBCC
During your visit to Bandar Johor Bahru, you can do some window-shopping at Komtar JBCC. Amble around this family-friendly 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.
Top hotels in Central District

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Room was great
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

KSL Hotel & Resort
The room is clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Good location
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Clean rooms, great amenities. Nothing to complain about except the road works outside (nothing they can do about it, though just to note when trying to walk to the hotel from CIQ)
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Room was clean. Amenities were reasonable. The view is excellent and the location is quite central. The area seems to cater primarily to Chinese clientele.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Sheraton Johor Bahru
Dear Kesturi, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for your exceptional care and assistance when I was unwell on 7 Dec.Your attentiveness, warmth, and genuine concern brought me great comfort at a time when I truly needed it. Your professionalism and heartfelt service are a credit to the ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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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.
