It’s quite easy to predict what a first-timer’s Kuala Lumpur itinerary would look like. You can bet that it will include a stop at the Petronas Towers, a climb to Batu Caves, and a food crawl through Jalan Alor. Perhaps a day trip to Genting Highlands, too. These are staples, and for good reason. They have become the most recognizable tourism icons not just for the city but for Malaysia as a whole.

But for those who have visited KL before, does the Malaysian capital have anything fresh to offer these days? And the answer to that, my jet-setting friend, is a resounding yes.

Over the past few years, Kuala Lumpur has restored old sites and created new ones, adding to the already long list of things to do and places to visit in the city. In this post, we’ll share with you some that you might want to consider