Kek Lok Si Temple, Air Itam
Kek Lok Si Temple
Kek Lok Si Temple
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Guenther K
George Town, Malaysia27 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
A peaceful place filled with tranquility. We have been there several times, before and shortly after lockdown. We a looking forward to the illumination during CNY. The shop always surprises with treasures, profit supports the temple. One of my goto places in Penang
Written 29 December 2021
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Pedroo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia16 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Colorful & very big buddhist temple with nice view... but quite far from downtown.... even though it's landmark of Penang, if you have to use public transport, you can skip...
Written 9 June 2021
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Lesley
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia162 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
We spent time to revisit the temple for third time and it seems that the lifts are improving. We do enjoy this afternoon session with air conditioning in the lifts. Unexpectedly there is a shuttle car for us to get access to Guan Yin Statue.
Written 26 December 2020
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nazrul
Miri, Malaysia648 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
Many spots for beautiful photos. When we visited, there were not many visitors. The temple is tranquil and peaceful. We took the lift to go up to the Kuan Yin part of the temple.
It is very beautiful.
It is very beautiful.
Written 26 September 2020
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Alma Dhea
Surabaya, Indonesia68 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
Prepare an extra memory card. Every where around is a good place to take a picture. Not just the building, but the view itself.
Don't skip the huge statue. To go there, you can take a paid trem. The city view is clearer compared to other area
Don't skip the huge statue. To go there, you can take a paid trem. The city view is clearer compared to other area
Written 10 September 2020
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Harrison F. Carter
Cologne, Germany10,039 contributions
Aug 2020
The approach to the temple is impressive - when you see the scale of it from afar. Up close, you lose that, but gain in the proximity. The statue at the summit is enormous.
Written 15 August 2020
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Mihajlo Atanackovic
Belgrade, Serbia11 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
This is a true must see in Penang! Amazing temple with remarkable views to the city. It definitely worth a journey.
Written 2 August 2020
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KennyWoo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia66 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Nice view to overlook Penang at top of the hill.
Trams service available as well.
Less crowded during the rmco period of time.
More open parking lots at the toe of the hill.
Some part of the temple still upgrading and hopefully will complete asap.
Trams service available as well.
Less crowded during the rmco period of time.
More open parking lots at the toe of the hill.
Some part of the temple still upgrading and hopefully will complete asap.
Written 29 July 2020
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OoiYenKhee
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia136 contributions
Feb 2020
Kek Lok Si temple is very big. Every time of nearly chinese new year will be open the light at night, you will feel very beautiful. There also can buy some souvenir. If you drive your car to there, you need to pay the parking fee RM3. If you didn't have car, you need to buy the cable car ticket RM10 if no mistake. I feel very enjoy when go there because you can walk around there and take many photo. I also got worship at there.
Written 21 May 2020
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Jazzy1995
London, UK100 contributions
Feb 2020
A beautiful temple that is a must visit if going to Penang. Visited during Chinese New Year and it was lit up with the most incredible lights display - I couldn't believe how beautiful it looked. Make sure you get the lift to see the Bronze statue of Kuan Yin which you can actually see from the top of Penang Hil! Truly amazing
Written 19 May 2020
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Paulien v
6 contributions
Can i go there by bike?
Rayke
Geleen, The Netherlands371 contributions
Dear Paulien,
From Georgetown it’s approximately 10 km to Kek Lok Si. With a taxi it’s a 15 minute drive. It’s difficult to find a taxi back to Georgetown. The best way is to use the app “Grab” if you have internet. Grab works perfectly and is a safe way to travel short distances in Malaysia. If you want to go by bike is possible to. It’s maybe 1 hour and 15 minutes bicycling to Kek Lok Si it depends on the weather and traffic conditions. My advise is to use Grab if you have internet on your mobile phone. Grab is cheaper than a taxi and you need local people.
If you want to know a traveling distance and how to get there it’s also useful to download the app “Rome2rio “ on your mobile phone.
Have a pleasant time in Malaysia!
Best regards
Ray
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HampshireKenny
Tadley, UK259 contributions
What is the question?
Judy L
45 contributions
Hi..anyone know what is the cable car operating hour during Chinese new year? We wish to go to the "kuanyin" area. Thanks
oge2328
Penang Island, Malaysia57 contributions
Yes, take a Grab / or drive up right up the Kuan Yin
statue area. Chinese New Year is very crowded, be prepared for traffic jams. The night very beautifully lit
with thiusands of LED lights during this period.
Infinite
3 contributions
Anyone knows whats the opening hours like on a weekend?
Alan-Holden
Penang Island, Malaysia380 contributions
Places like this and Penang Hill are better visited during the week as they get packed with locals at the weekend.
Fleur A
Goa, India5 contributions
will the grab car take me all the way to the top of kek lok si temple
JanetIan22
Macau, China183 contributions
Hi there, I don't know if a grab car will take you to the top. But I have seen cars up there and also half way up. From half way up there is an elevator that will take you to the top. if you only get half way ( which is where there are some eating places) just ask someone to point you to the elevator.
Aura
113 contributions
If I rent a car, can I drive to the top to Kek Lok Si Temple? Is there any good restuarant/coffee shop up there?
ElpidiaAnn
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia85 contributions
I think you can bring your car up there because last time I saw several tourist vans and busses at the top already..there are some private cars also..no, there are no restaurants but there are souvenirs shop and small shop selling drinks and foods
yuberlose
Jakarta, Indonesia68 contributions
Saya rombongan disertai orangtua dan anak kecil, untuk menghindari menanjak yang jauh dari bawah bisakah naik taksi online langsung sampai ke atas?
Apakah jalur tangga untuk naik sama dengan jalur turun? Jika memungkinkan saya memilih untuk naik taksi online langsung ke atas dan turun barulah menggunakan tangga menuju pemberhentian Air Itam. Bagimana? Apakah bisa?
Krisma_mike
Surabaya, Indonesia66 contributions
Kebetulan pada saat kami ke temple juga mengajak ortu jadi pakai taksi online yg mengantar kami hingga di tempat parkiran temple.Begitu pula saat kepulangan kami dijemput di tmpt semula.Dari sana kita dapat menaiki anak tangga utk melihat pemandangan dari atas.ortu dapat berhenti sejenak di tingkat pertama krn ada tempat bersantai/duduk menunggu.turun basement menuruni tangga juga.tersedia toilet dan penjualan souvenir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kek Lok Si Temple
- Kek Lok Si Temple is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- We recommend booking Kek Lok Si Temple tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 36 Kek Lok Si Temple tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Kek Lok Si Temple:
- Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights (From RM 334.59)
- Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Private Tour (From RM 289.59)
- Private Arrival Transfer : Penang International Airport (From RM 47.43)
- Penang City & Temple Tour with Penang Hill(Fast Lane) & Kek Lok Si (From RM 293.86)
- Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes (From RM 230.03)
- Hotels near Kek Lok Si Temple:
- (0.32 km) Fastbook Hostel
- (0.54 km) Check Inn Kek Lok Si Ayer Itam
- (0.74 km) DeView Hotel Penang
- (0.84 km) Good Luck Inn
- (6.49 km) Betel Nut Lodge
- Restaurants near Kek Lok Si Temple:
- (0.69 km) Ayer Itam Penang Assam Laksa
- (0.47 km) Kuta Bali Cafe
- (0.58 km) Ayer Itam Sister Curry mee
- (0.68 km) Purple Stone Vegetarian Food Centre
- (0.75 km) Seng Seng Heang
- Attractions near Kek Lok Si Temple:
- (0.69 km) Ayer Itam Market
- (0.79 km) Farlim Pasar Malam
- (4.90 km) Penang Homecooking School
- (3.53 km) The Habitat Penang Hill
- (5.61 km) Matahari Cycle Tours