Malaysia•City

Ipoh

Ipoh is the state capital of Perak, in the Kinta district of Peninsular Malaysia. The Lost World of Tambun theme park, run by a Sunway company, is in Sunway City Ipoh at Tambun.

Country

Malaysia

Type

City

Understand the place

Everything worth knowing before you arrive in Ipoh.

Not only where to go, but what to eat, what things cost, what visitors get wrong, how accessible Ipoh is, which scams to recognize and what is genuinely worth your time.

The complete guide

Explore Ipoh

Start with the parts of Ipoh that matter most to your trip, then move into the practical details.

Experiences & attractions

Things to Do

Attractions, experiences and places actually worth your time.

Eat like you understand the place

Food & Drink

Signature dishes, local drinks, markets and eating well.

Where to stay & explore

Neighborhoods

Where to stay, wander and choose the right area for your trip.

Beyond the destination

Day Trips

Nearby places worth a day out from here.

Bring home the right things

Souvenirs & Shopping

What is genuinely worth buying and where to look.

After dark

Nightlife

What the evenings are like, and where to spend them.

Family travel

Traveling With Kids

Family logistics, strollers, transport and practical planning.

When to go

Weather & Best Time

When to visit and what the seasons really feel like.

Know before it happens

Safety & Scams

Common tourist traps and how to avoid them.

Money & budgeting

Money & Costs

Budgets, payments and everyday prices.

Transport

Getting Around

Public transport, taxis, walking and common pitfalls.

Travel for more people

Accessible Travel

Mobility, transport and sensory accessibility.

Understand before you arrive

Culture & Etiquette

Local expectations, religion and visitor etiquette.

The details that matter

Practical Information

Connectivity, health, photography and useful local details.

Find your fit

Who It Suits

Solo, women alone, older visitors, LGBTQ+, pets, remote work, budget and luxury.

Travel that holds up

Visiting Responsibly

Tourism pressure, supporting local people and animal welfare.

Traveler experiences

What travelers say about Ipoh

Traveler reviews will appear here after moderation.

Ways to visit

Tours and day trips in Ipoh

Bookable trips related to this destination, for when you are ready to move from research to planning.

Lost World of Tambun Screamfest 5: Sawadee

Evening admission to Screamfest 5: Sawadee, the Halloween event at Lost World of Tambun in Ipoh, with the Hot Springs & Night Park. The event runs on set nights only; check dates on SkyGate.

View the Screamfest 5 ticket on SkyGate

Lost World of Tambun Theme Park Ticket

Tickets for Lost World of Tambun in Sunway City Ipoh, either park admission or evening admission to the Hot Springs & Night Park only. Options differ; check what your chosen option includes on SkyGate.

View the Lost World of Tambun tickets on SkyGate

Worth the drive