Kuala Lumpur Bird Park 🇲🇾

Nestled in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park (Taman Burung Kuala Lumpur) offers a captivating escape into one of the world's largest covered bird parks. Spanning 20.9 acres (8.5 hectares) of landscaped, clean, and shady grounds, this massive public aviary sits conveniently adjacent to the sprawling 60-hectare Perdana Botanical Gardens, the Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, the National Mosque, and the Royal Malaysian Police Museum.

When you visit, you will step into an enclosed aviary defined by a fenced perimeter and a sprawling netted canopy. Inside, you can see more than 3,000 birds representing over 200 diverse species roaming and flying within the space.

As you wander the park's paths, you will encounter a rich mix of avian life: about 90% of the resident birds are local to Malaysia, while the remaining 10% are imported species originating from countries around the globe, including Australia, China, the Netherlands, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania, and Thailand. First planned in 1987, this lush destination has evolved over the decades into a well-maintained, scenic sanctuary that offers you an immersive, up-close look at fascinating bird life right in the Malaysian capital.

What to see at Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

• One of the world's largest covered bird parks, spanning 20.9 acres under a netted canopy
• Home to over 3,000 birds from more than 200 distinct species
• Features a rich variety of local Malaysian birds making up about 90% of the population
• Houses imported avian species from Australia, China, Tanzania, the Netherlands, and more
• Located right next to the Perdana Botanical Gardens and Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

Visiting tips

Combine your visit with nearby attractions like the Perdana Botanical Gardens, the National Mosque, or the Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park since they are located right adjacent to the bird park.

How long: 2-3 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is easy to reach on Kuala Lumpur’s public transport, and pairs naturally with National Mosque of Malaysia and Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Kuala Lumpur travel guide.