Day Trip to JB – What to Do in Johor Bahru? Fun & Exciting Recommendations!

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❤️Tip: When planning your visit to Malaysia, consider booking your Singapore to Johor Bahru flight early. For a convenient stay, look for Johor Bahru hotels in advance to secure the best rates.

Trip.com has curated here a list of some of the best attractions and experiences that Johor Bahru has to offer! Johor Bahru, the capital of the state of Johor in Malaysia, is connected by road to Singapore via the Causeway. If you're seeking a day trip, there are numerous spots in this bustling city to entertain you and your family.

You'll find below a range of destinations, brought to you by Trip.com, that all the family will be certain to appreciate.

LEGOLAND Malaysia – Day Trip to JB

LEGOLAND Malaysia

LEGOLAND Malaysia is a unique destination that promises Lego-themed fun for all – 8 themed areas, rollercoasters, Lego cars, and a Duplo-brick dinosaur to sit on!

You’ll find LEGOLAND Malaysia at Iskandar Puteri, just west of Johor Bahru. Getting there from Singapore is easiest by car. If you're arriving via Tuas Second Link, head to Iskandar Puteri exit 312 after checkpoints and you'll see direction signs for Legoland.

By Woodland Checkpoint, drive toward Danga Bay, then head for Iskandar Puteri by the Coastal Highway. You'll find Legoland before you get to Kota Iskandar.

Opening hours at LEGOLAND Malaysia are between 10:00 and 18:00 every day except Wednesday, when the park is closed. Theme park tickets start at SGD49.99 for adults aged 12+ and SGD39.61 for kids 3–11 years old.

Johor Zoo – Day Trip to JB

Johor Zoo

One of the best ways to spend a day trip to JB is with a stroll around the zoo to see the animals. Johor Zoo is a bargain to get into and has a range of animals to see and learn about.

Getting to Johor Zoo is very simple – just follow Jalan Lingkaran Dalam (the Johor Bahru Inner Ring Road) once you get off the Causeway, until you see the Botanic Gardens on your left. The zoo is a part of the gardens.

The zoo is open between 09:00 and 18:00 every day, and costs only MYR3 for admittance – a great deal!

Be sure to check out Trip.com's fantastic deal on a Private Johor Bahru Full Day City & Shopping Tour from Kuala Lumpur, which includes Johor Zoo, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, and Istana Besar!

Jalan Wong Ah Fook – Day Trip to JB

Jalan Wong Ah Fook

Jalan Wong Ah Fook is a long and bustling stretch in the centre of Johor Bahru. It's a bustling street filled with historical attractions and is also the perfect place to find food – especially Chinese, Indian or Malay!

Jalan Wong Ah Fook is open all day and is especially beautiful when lit up at night. You'll find it located in the central business district. On a one day trip to JB, this is a must-see location!

Consider seeing Jalan Wong Ah Fook as part of Trip.com's Singapore Private Tour: Explore Malaysia, Johor Bahru City. This is a great deal that also includes a visit to the Heritage Street, the Chinese Cultural Centre, KSL Mega Mall, and a trip to the Sultan Palace.

Tanjung Piai National Park – Day Trip to JB

Tanjung Piai National Park

If you're looking to get off the beaten track a little, be sure to check out Tanjung Piai National Park on your day trip to JB. It's famed for its conservation of mangroves and its position at the southernmost tip of mainland Asia. And take care around the monkeys – they won't be scared of you!

From Johor Bahru, take the Jalan Skudai Highway and head in the direction of Pontian. When you get to Pekan Nenas, turn left at Sri Bunjan, then to Jalan Tenggayun. After that, just follow the signs to the park.

Tanjung Piai National Park is open between 09:00 and 17:00 between Tuesday and Friday, and between 09:00 and 17:30 on Saturday and Sunday. The park is closed on Mondays.

Fanpekka – Day Trip to JB

Fanpekka

Fanpekka is a Finnish-designed conceptual theme park that focuses on problem-solving and learning. It will test you and the kids both mentally and physically!

You'll find Fanpekka on Persiaran Desa Tebrau in the north-east of the city. It's open from 10:00 to 20:00. If you're on a one day trip to JB, the kids will love an hour or two playing here.

This theme park, located on the 2^nd floor of AEON Mall Tebrau City, costs MYR68 for a child accompanied by an adult who pays MYR12. Kids must be accompanied by a guardian over 18 years of age.

Desaru Coast Water Park – Day Trip to JB

Desaru Coast Water Park

Fancy somewhere wet and wild to cool off in the hot summer months? Desaru Coast Water Park is not too far out of Johor Bahru and well worth a look.

You'll find surf walls, swinging ships, tidal waves, and more at Desaru Coast Water Park – the kids and the whole family will have fun for hours on end.

The water park is 1 hr 15 mins out of Johor via the Senai-Desaru Expressway, and 90 mins from Singapore via the Causeway. One-day tickets for the park are MYR94 for adults and for kids. The park is open from 10:00 to 18:00 between Thursday and Sunday, and closed from Monday to Wednesday.

And why not take a look at rooms in the nearby Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast? There's so much to do in one day, a day trip could easily turn into a weekend away!

Johor Temple – Day Trip to JB

Johor Temple

Make sure you schedule some time to see the Johor Temple while you're in JB. One of the oldest buildings in the city, it was built by the Chinese in the 19^th century and still has its original bronze bell, incense burner, and wooden tablet. This is an authentic historical attraction, ideal as part of a one day trip to JB.

You can find the Johor Temple on Jalan Trus, just to the west of Jalan Wong Ah Fook and running parallel with it. It's open between 07:30 and 17:30 every day of the week. On the 21^st day of the first lunar month, a street procession is held here. Worth a look for the curious traveller, and a necessary stop for the devoted!

Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street – Day Trip to JB

Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street

With authentic store fronts celebrating the heritage and legacy of the Straits Chinese, you'll find equally authentic food here too. There are several classic dining spots dotted along Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, alongside some more modern fare, too.

The picturesque and well-known "Red House" on Tan Hiok Nee once belonged to a wealthy Indian family and now hosts cultural and arts events that are well worth calling in on.

Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street is open throughout the day, every day, with stalls and dining spots serving a wide range of authentic Chinese cuisine. This iconic lane is in downtown Johor Bahru, just to the west of the Causeway and only 10 mins from the train station.

You can see this well-preserved alleyway as part of the Private Johor Bahru Full Day City & Shopping Tour from Kuala Lumpur!

Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park – Day Trip to JB

Austin Heights

One thing that everyone can agree on – Malaysia gets HOT in the summer! So, if the kids are dying to hit the water park, we are sure you might agree!

Another great park near Johor Bahru is the Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park. This park is literally jam-packed with high-speed (and high up!) thrill rides, guaranteed to have the whole family screaming in delight. What better way to cool off and have fun at the same time?

Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park is just 25 mins (11 km) from the centre of Johor Bahru – you can take the Eastern Dispersal Link, or the Tebrau Highway. Tickets for the park are MYR80 for those over 120 cm, and MYR70 for those under 120 cm. The park is open every day from 10:00 to 19:00 – plenty of time for splashing around!

Consider a stay at the Austin Park Hotel while you're there – turn it into more than just a one day trip to JB!

Johor Bahru Chinese Historical Museum – Day Trip to JB

Chinese Historical Museum

If you're on a one day trip to JB and in the mood to explore more of Malaysia's history, then the Johor Bahru Chinese Historical Museum should be on your list.

In this four-storey museum, you'll find old coins, photographs, musical instruments, and porcelain, all of which preserve the legacy of the Chinese immigrants who settled here.

For just MYR6 for adult admission and MYR3 for kids, there's a lot to explore here about the history of the region and the people who made a contribution to it. You'll find Johor Bahru Chinese Historical Museum on Jalan Ibrahim, just a block from Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street! It's open between 09:00 and 17:00 from Tuesday to Sunday, and is closed on Mondays.

Day Trip to JB – A Great Way to Get Away!

As you can see, there are plenty of things to see, do, and eat just across the strait! Easy to get to by car or public transport, you'll find a day trip fills up quickly. Alternatively, if you are considering to stay over at JB for a longer rest, do look at some of the Best Hotels in Johor Bahru!

Whatever your interest – whatever the kids might want to do – there's something for you here: water parks, nature parks, historical and religious sites too. If you’re planning a day trip, consider a visit to Johor Bahru. Tickets for flights, hotels, attractions and tours are available through Trip.com now!

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