Free tour
Faith & Freedom – A Walk in Old KL
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Guru: Ka Vee
Registered on 3 November 2023
I’m a passionate storyteller and licensed tourist guide in Malaysia and Singapore. My tours are relaxed, story-filled, and full of little discoveries — from street food gems to hidden heritage corners. For me, guiding is about sharing joy and connection, and I can’t wait to meet fellow curious travellers like you.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
One for heritage and history buffs! We start where two rivers meet at Masjid Jamek, the birthplace of Kuala Lumpur. From there we follow the footsteps of tin miners and fortune seekers, then stand at Dataran Merdeka, where colonial grandeur once reigned and the call to independence rang out in 1957.
We step inside Chinatown’s temples — Sin Sze Si Ya and Sri Maha Mariamman — and wander Chinatown's bustling markets and colourful lanes.
We end at the creative hub of REXKL.
Join me and discover how KL rose from muddy confluence to national capital and global city, while still clinging to its traditions.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Jalan Tun Perak, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
I will be at the fountain wearing a batik shirt, black pants and black shoes
1
Free entry
Masjid Jamek
Built in 1909, this graceful mosque sits where the Klang and Gombak rivers meet, the very place Kuala Lumpur was born.
2
Free entry
Merdeka Square
Our Independence Square. The colonial square later transformed into the stage of our independence in 1957.
3
Free entry
River of Life
A vantage point of where Kuala Lumpur began, at the muddy confluence of two rivers. The mosque’s domes and the riverbanks tell the story of the rise of a frontier mining town.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
