Suria KLCC Mall | Malaysia Purple Travel Guide

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Suria KLCC is an upscale, premier shopping destination located directly at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers. More than just a mall, it acts as the primary retail, social, and logistical hub of the KLCC precinct. The name ‘Suria’ means ‘Sunshine’ in the Malay language, reflecting the bright and airy design of the massive atrium. It provides a seamless connection between the city’s most famous landmarks, luxury hospitality, and public transit.

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Why You Should Visit

It is the most convenient place to transition between attractions. The mall acts as a central artery that connects the Petronas Towers entrance, the KLCC Park, Aquaria KLCC, and the KLCC LRT station, all within a comfortable, air-conditioned environment. For the self-guided traveler, it is a vital point of reference and a necessary refuge from the tropical heat and sudden monsoon rains. Whether you are looking for a high-end designer watch or a simple bottle of water, the mall serves every traveler's needs.

What is Special About It?

• World-Class Retail: The mall houses over 300 stores across six levels. It features flagship outlets for international luxury brands like Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, as well as high-street favorites like Zara and Uniqlo.
• Petrosains Discovery Centre: Located on the 4th Floor, this interactive science museum is a favorite for families. It features 11 galleries that allow you to ‘travel’ through a simulated rainforest and experience a 3D theater, all while learning about the energy industry and space exploration.
• Galeri Petronas: This world-class art gallery showcases a rotating selection of contemporary Malaysian and international art, providing a quiet, contemplative escape from the shopping crowds.
• Dewan Filharmonik Petronas: The mall houses Malaysia’s first dedicated classical concert hall, home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. Its acoustics are considered among the finest in the world.
• The Rotating LED Screen: The central atrium features the world’s largest double-sided rotating LED screen, which measures 33.5 feet (10.2 meters) tall and rotates 359 degrees to provide entertainment to shoppers on every level.

Architecture and Facts

• L-Shaped Design: The mall is designed in a crescent or ‘L’ shape to maximize the views of the 50-acre (20-hectare) KLCC Park and Lake Symphony from its many cafes and restaurants.
• Integration: Its most impressive feat is its functional integration with the urban landscape. It serves as the gateway to the KLCC to Bukit Bintang Pedestrian Walkway, an enclosed, air-conditioned bridge that allows you to walk to the Pavilion Mall in roughly 10 to 15 minutes.
• Floor Area: Suria KLCC encompasses approximately 1,170,000 square feet (108,696 square meters) of retail space.

Self-Guided Information

Traveler Tip

You should use the Lower Ground (LG) floor as your primary navigation hub; this is where you will find the supermarket, pharmacies, currency exchangers with competitive rates, and the tunnel to the LRT station. If you are looking for the best free entertainment, you should head to the Esplanade (outside the Ground Floor) roughly 15 minutes before the hour to secure a spot for the Lake Symphony water show, which features jets that reach up to 137 feet (42 meters) in height.

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