Market · Central Market, Kuala Lumpur

Central Market

Central Market
Photo: Wee Hong, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Central Market opened in 1888 and now focuses on Malaysian arts and handicrafts. Stalls offer batik, pewterware and paintings. Street art and food options sit nearby.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Kuala Lumpur Stopover

Visiting Central Market: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
1-2 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Pasar Seni MRT station is next door

Kuala Lumpur itineraries with Central Market

Day 2 of Kuala Lumpur Stopover

Central Market and Chinatown

How Central Market fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Central MarketCentral Market
  2. 11:00Chinatown Heritage WalkPetaling Street
  3. 14:00Sze Ya TempleSze Ya Temple
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Central Market FAQs

What are the opening hours of Central Market?

Most shops open daily from around 10 am until about 9:30 pm.

Is Central Market worth visiting?

It draws visitors for local crafts and souvenirs in a historic building.

Can you eat at Central Market?

Food stalls and nearby cafes serve Malaysian dishes and snacks.

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