From rainforest-covered reserves to modern malls, Kota Damansara combines the best of both worlds. Explore a wildlife-rich pocket of lowland rainforest known as the “green lung” of Kuala Lumpur and shop at some of the best malls in the capital.
Things to do in Kota Damansara
Explore more than 16 kilometres of rainforest-covered trails in Kota Damansara Community Forest Reserve. The 320-hectare park protects a pristine pocket of lowland rainforest and is a great place to hike, cycle and bird-watch. Some of the tallest Meranti trees tower more than 70 metres over the park. Look for monkeys swinging through the canopy. Tackle the longer trails to unlock panoramic views over the surrounding forest.
Indulge in retail therapy at a trio of modern malls in Kota Damansara. Sunway Giza Mall features three storeys of shops set beneath a glass-covered boulevard and offers a huge range of brands and alfresco cafes and restaurants. You can shop international brands at the ultra-modern Strand Mall or head to Tropicana Gardens Mall for fashion, food and family-friendly entertainment.
Locals flock to Jom Cari Makan to dine at colourful food trucks serving local and international fare. The trucks line a walkway outside Encorp Strand Mall and serve everything from syrup-covered waffles to fried noodles.
Learn about the art of chocolate making at the Chocolate Museum & Shop. Get up to speed on the history of chocolate, watch machines in action and take part in hands-on demonstrations. Try different types of chocolate in the tasting room and stock up on your favourites at the gift shop.
Getting around Kota Damansara
Parts of Kota Damansara are pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot, while taxis are a fast and affordable way to get around. The Kota Damansara MRT Station is the district with the Kuala Lumpur city centre and other areas across the Klang Valley.