About Perdana Botanical Gardens
Perdana Botanical Gardens is a 91.6-hectare public botanical garden in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur. Originally created in 1888 as the Lake Gardens, it is the city's oldest and largest recreational park. Notable for its landscaped gardens, lakes, themed collections, and heritage trees, it serves as a major urban green space and houses several attractions within its grounds.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large landscaped urban park with paved walking and jogging trails, ornamental lakes, themed gardens including orchid, hibiscus and herb gardens, shaded avenues of mature rain trees, and open lawns. The grounds contain sculptures, gazebos, and lakeside viewpoints. Areas to explore include the Sunken Garden, Fernarium, and lakeside promenades. The environment is tranquil and green despite being in central Kuala Lumpur, suitable for leisurely walks, photography and picnics.
Key highlights
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91.6-hectare historic botanical garden in central Kuala Lumpur
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Scenic lakes and landscaped themed gardens including Orchid Garden and Hibiscus Garden
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Sunken Garden and Fernarium collections
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Heritage rain trees and diverse tropical plant collections
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Walking, jogging and cycling trails around the lakes