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Mount Kinabalu
Ollie #1 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 186 reviews

The very peak of Mount Kinabalu pierce the sky at 4095m, and patiently waits to be touched by anyone who is brave enough to attempt to reach her.  Two hours away from Kota... more »

Attraction type  Mountains
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South Sea Sanctuary
Ollie #2 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  4.6 km from city centre
North Borneo Steam Railway
Ollie #3 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Kinabalu National Park
Ollie #4 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 85 reviews

Kinabalu Park, guardian of the foothills of South East Asia's highest peak, Mt. Kinabalu, is located about 2 hours drive from the city of Kota Kinabalu. The park headquaters... more »

Attraction type  National Parks; Mountains
Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre
Ollie #5 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews

Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre  Located next to the skate park at the back of the carpark closest to damai.  Map is at the bottom of the home page.  Open 4-10 weekdays and all day... more »

Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Mari Mari Cultural Village
Ollie #6 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Ollie #7 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 93 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Dams
Mamutik Island
Ollie #8 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
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The Green Connection
Ollie #9 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 52 reviews

The Green Connection offers the eco-treasures of Sabah in a nutshell. This is NOT the best attraction in Sabah, BUT it is the BEST conservation centre and has lots to do for... more »

Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
Monkey Tops Safari
Ollie #10 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Tours; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Ollie #11 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 69 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Reefs; Water Sports
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Sutera Harbour Golf Club
Ollie #12 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews

The Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club is part of the Sutera Harbour Resort, and is located in the city of Kota Kinabalu.  The course was designed by Graham Marsh, now a... more »

Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
Manukan Island
Ollie #13 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 55 reviews

Manukan island is a serene island 10minutes away from Kota Kinabalu main land.  From Jesselton Point, pay a Harbor Tax and a speedboat fare.  You can have so many activities there... more »

Attraction type  Islands
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Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
Ollie #14 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  5.9 km from city centre
Floating Mosque
Ollie #15 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Odyssey Spa
Ollie #16 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Spas
Poring Hot Springs
Ollie #17 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3 of 5 stars 92 reviews

The Poring in Poring Hot Springs is in fact the Kadazan word for "Bamboo".  Thus, the true English translation of the Malay  "Poring Air Panas" should be "Bamboo Hot Springs... more »

Attraction type  Hot Springs/ Geysers
Sapi Island
Ollie #18 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
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Tabin Wildlife Reserve
Ollie #19 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  2.8 km from city centre
Sabah State Museum
Ollie #20 of 34 attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
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