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Sandakan Travel Guide

Sandakan is a city in Sabah, Malaysia. It has many popular attractions, including Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), Lankayan Island, Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - Entrance, making it well worth a visit.
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Experience Sandakan

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Sandakan? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)

Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)

3.8
4.3/531 Reviews
"Forests"
"Science & Technology Museums"
Lankayan Island

Lankayan Island

3.6
4.5/534 Reviews
"Outdoor Diving"
"Islands/Peninsulas"
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - Entrance

Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - Entrance

3.3
4.5/551 Reviews
"Forests"
"Zoos"
Turtle Islands National Park

Turtle Islands National Park

3.3
4.1/520 Reviews
"Boat Tours"
"Islands/Peninsulas"
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

3.1
4.3/545 Reviews
"Zoos"
St. Michael's and All Angels Church, Sandakan

St. Michael's and All Angels Church, Sandakan

3.0
4.1/516 Reviews
"Churches and Cathedrals"
"Popular Spots"
Sandakan Memorial Park

Sandakan Memorial Park

3.0
4.2/516 Reviews
"City Parks"
"Exhibition Halls"
LFS Sandakan
Nearby City

LFS Sandakan

3.0
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"Cinemas"
"Churches and Cathedrals"
Sandakan Sports Complex
Nearby City

Sandakan Sports Complex

2.9
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"Stadiums"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Sandakan, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Amanson SigNature Hotel

Amanson SigNature Hotel

4.2/5214 Reviews
Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel

4.3/5192 Reviews
Hotel Ramai

Hotel Ramai

3.5/53 Reviews
D North Star Hotel & Spa
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

4.4/5115 Reviews
The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel

4.5/548 Reviews
Tyng Garden Hotel

Tyng Garden Hotel

4.1/5115 Reviews
Hotel City Star

Hotel City Star

3.6/535 Reviews
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Labuk Hotel

Labuk Hotel

4.4/563 Reviews
Hotel Sandakan

Hotel Sandakan

4.3/540 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Sandakan dishes and foodie spots.
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H90 Sim Sim Seafood Restaurant

H90 Sim Sim Seafood Restaurant

4.2/514 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD20
"Southeast Asian"
"Spectacular Views"
English Tea House & Restaurant

English Tea House & Restaurant

4.5/56 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD13
"Western-style"
"Brunch"
San Da Gen Kopitiam

San Da Gen Kopitiam

4.5/53 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD5
"Coffee Shops"
"Afternoon Tea"
Restaurant Seafood Sim Sim 88

Restaurant Seafood Sim Sim 88

4.0/56 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD24
"Seafood"
"Spectacular Views"
Wrapped Deli

Wrapped Deli

5.0/52 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD14
"Coffee Shops"
"Afternoon Tea"
Harbour Bistro Lodge

Harbour Bistro Lodge

4.2/55 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD14
"Southeast Asian"
"Open Late"
Heng Loong Restaurant

Heng Loong Restaurant

4.3/54 Reviews
The Eatery

The Eatery

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Fishboat Street Restaurant

Fishboat Street Restaurant

4.0/55 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD16
"Seafood"
My Harbour Restaurant

My Harbour Restaurant

4.0/56 Reviews
Average price per person: SGD3
"Seafood"
D'Sandakan Seafood Paradise

D'Sandakan Seafood Paradise

4.5/52 Reviews
"Seafood"

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