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Home/Malaysia/Sabah/Kota Kinabalu/Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu)

Visit the Iconic Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Discover the spiritual beauty of the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu), often called the stunning 'Floating Mosque' of Sabah. This iconic architectural masterpiece is a must-visit attraction in Kota Kinabalu, offering breathtaking views and deep cultural insights. Whether you are interested in a guided sightseeing tour, capturing perfect photos of its blue domes, or exploring local history, our curated experiences provide the best way to visit. Book your immersive cultural tour today to witness this magnificent landmark and create unforgettable memories in Sabah, Malaysia.

4.1/5 avg ratingTours from $51.678 instant booking optionsGuided tours included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$61–$102 typical

Median price is $98, with a spread of $52–$116

Rating

Rating

4.13★ average

85% positive sentiment across 120 reviews

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

3–9.2 hours

Median duration is 3.5 hours

Best For

Best For

Sightseeing & Culture

75% of options focus on these themes

Booking Info

Booking Info

Instant confirmation

100% of tours offer it, and 75% allow free cancellation

Pro Tip

Pro Tip

Book in advance

25% of tours are flagged as likely to sell out

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Kawa Kawa River Cruise, Proboscis Monkeys & Fireflies Tour with Eco Farm Visit Shared Day Tour | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Kawa Kawa River Cruise, Proboscis Monkeys & Fireflies Tour with Eco Farm Visit Shared Day Tour | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Eco-Friendly
4.45 (1,446 reviews)
KKday
$52
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Kawa Kawa River Cruise, Proboscis Monkeys & Fireflies Tour with Eco Farm Visit Shared Day Tour | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Summary

Set out on an unforgettable day tour from Kota Kinabalu and experience the Kawa Kawa River cruise. Sail through this spectacular river and see lush green rainforest filled with exotic wildlife. Then, explore the elegantly designed Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

8 hrsFree cancellation
4.81 (85 reviews)
88.39%
11.61%
brilliantbest experienceexcellent guide
Viator
$51
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Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Summary

Bongawan River Cruise – A Hidden Gem of Borneo! Please note on Fridays Mosque is not available. Experience the best value for money with Bongawan River Cruise! We offer the best service, certified expert guides ensuring an unforgettable adventure. No other provider matches our quality! This hi...

Inclusions
  • Admission to floating mosque
  • Photographer
  • Admission to Bongawan Jetty
  • Tour Guide
  • Admission to chocolate factory
Itinerary
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Cocoa Kingdom KK Chocolate House
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour: Sabah Museum, Crocodile Farm, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque & Kokol Hill | Sabah

Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour: Sabah Museum, Crocodile Farm, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque & Kokol Hill | Sabah

4.54 (28 reviews)
KKday
$73
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Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour: Sabah Museum, Crocodile Farm, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque & Kokol Hill | Sabah
Summary

Discover Kota Kinabalu, Sabah’s vibrant capital city. Marvel at unique Malaysian architecture, from Kota Kinabalu City Mosque to the Sabah Museum.

Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour & Filipino Market Shopping

Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour & Filipino Market Shopping

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.3 (10 reviews)
80.77%
19.23%
wonderful experiencehighly recommendedvery expensive
Viator
$120
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Kota Kinabalu City Day Tour & Filipino Market Shopping
Summary

Shimmy through the sights, sounds and leafy streetscapes of Kota Kinabalu City. Architectural heritage, Buildings that withstand the WW2 and a view point of the whole city in all its unassuming charm, you might want to get your cameras ready for this one.

Inclusions
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel Pickup & Drop off
  • Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach)
Exclusions
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Beverages
  • Meals
  • Any Items Not Mentioned
Itinerary
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Pu Toh Tze Temple
  • Menara Tun Mustapha
  • Sabah State Museum
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
  • Anjung Kinabalu
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

4 hrsFree cancellation
5 (9 reviews)
100%
0%
GreatVery knowledgeableinformative
Viator
$63
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Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch
Summary

Start your tour with a visit to the impressive Yayasan Sabah Tower, a striking architectural landmark offering panoramic views of the city skyline. Continue to the Kinabalu Tower, the Sabah state administration building, and learn about the city's development and regional importance. Step into the c...

Itinerary
  • Menara Tun Mustapha
  • Sabah State Administrative Centre
  • Pu Toh Tze Temple
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Kota Kinabalu District
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu Half Day City Tour with Professional Tour Guide

Kota Kinabalu Half Day City Tour with Professional Tour Guide

3 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4 (3 reviews)
66.67%
33.33%
beautiful
Viator
$98
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Kota Kinabalu Half Day City Tour with Professional Tour Guide
Summary

Discover the rich history and heritage of Kota Kinabalu on this comprehensive 3-hour city tour, including hotel pick-up. Visit landmarks like Tun Mustapha Tower (Tallest Building in Sabah), City Mosque ("floating" mosque); Puh Toh Tze Temple and finally, soak up views of Kota Kinabalu and the Likas ...

Inclusions
  • Professional English-speaking guide.
  • Hotel or Cruise Terminal pickup and drop off (please select the correct pickup point during booking)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Itinerary
  • Menara Tun Mustapha
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Pu Toh Tze Temple
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please select your package correctly based on your hotel area (Eg City hotel or 1 Borneo or Outskirt Hotel), Minimum 4 travelers is required to operate this tour, we have the right to cancel if travelers is not enough, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.25 (4 reviews)
51.79%
48.21%
very pleasant daybeautifulattentive and friendly
Viator
$99
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Kota Kinabalu City Tour
Summary

Discover the highlights of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysian Borneo's Sabah state, on this 3-hour, private tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the University of Malaysia, the Sabah State Museum Complex, and City Mosque, capture a city panorama from Signal Hill, and shop for souvenirs at a l...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Driver cum guide
Exclusions
  • Sabah Museum Entrance Fee
Itinerary
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Sabah State Museum
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
  • Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infant free of charge, no seat., Outskirt Hotel - Select Outskirt Hotel Option, Vehicle Type : Toyota Innova
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu City Half Day Tour

Kota Kinabalu City Half Day Tour

3 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
3.57 (7 reviews)
68.97%
31.03%
Very goodGreat tour
Viator
$98
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Kota Kinabalu City Half Day Tour
Summary

Discover Kota Kinabalu with this 3-hour tour with an English speaking guide. Travel around in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle and visit the Tun Mustapha Tower (Tallest Building in Sabah), City Mosque ("floating" mosque); Puh Toh Tze Temple and enjoy sweeping views of the city from the top of S...

Inclusions
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel or Cruise Terminal pickup and drop off (please select the correct pickup point during booking)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. USD 15 per person
  • Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Itinerary
  • Menara Tun Mustapha
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Pu Toh Tze Temple
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. Additional USD 15 per person, Minimum 4 travelers is required to operate this tour, we have the right to cancel if travelers is not enough, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kota Kinabalu: Mari Culture Village, Blue Tear, River Cruise Tour

Kota Kinabalu: Mari Culture Village, Blue Tear, River Cruise Tour

12 hrs
0
Viator
$111
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Kota Kinabalu: Mari Culture Village, Blue Tear, River Cruise Tour
Summary

Enjoy a group experience on a daytrip to Mari Mari culture village, blue tear and river cruise on a full clay trip. in the morning head to Mari-Mari Cultural Village with a guide who’s ready to share all the unusual tales on this adventure! Get ready for some one-on-one time and the freedom to explo...

Inclusions
  • Unique local flavors such as chocolate stop.
  • Scenic drive from Kota Kinabalu
  • Round trip hotel transfers (within KK city area)
  • Fireflies watching
  • Cultural performances
  • Guided tour through 5 traditional Sabah ethnic houses
  • Bamboo cookery, blowpipe hunting, and fire-making.
  • Entrance fee to the mari mari cultural village
  • Photo stops at floating mosque
  • Fire show
  • River cruise on Bongawan or Mengkabong river
  • Interactive activities such as tree bark crafts, congkak etc
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
Itinerary
  • Kota Kinabalu
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
  • Cocoa Kingdom KK Chocolate House
  • Bongawan
  • Kota Kinabalu
  • Bongawan
  • Kota Kinabalu
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The tour involves walking and being outdoors, so dress appropriately., Since all wildlife has a freedom to roam which follow the principle of freedom, there is no guarantee that any specific wildlife will be seen during the tour., This experience run in rain or shine
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

3 hrs
3 (2 reviews)
62.5%
37.5%
fantasticunforgettable
Viator
$54
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Kota Kinabalu City Tour
Summary

Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind. It is the state capital of Sabah. At 0930 hrs or 1400, pick up at the City hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city tour. Take a bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill. Visit Tun Mustapha Building with its 32 Storey Buil...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Hotel/port drop-off
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • any other items not mentioned above
Itinerary
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu).

Signal Hill Observatory Platform
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Signal Hill Observatory Platform

3.4 km away • from $95

Sabah Museum (Sabah State Museum)
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Sabah Museum (Sabah State Museum)

5.6 km away • from $74

Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)
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Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)

6.0 km away • from $99

Tanjung Aru Beach
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Tanjung Aru Beach

8.6 km away • from $24

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

It is often wise to book ahead. Among the options we compare, about 22% are flagged as likely to sell out, so securing your spot early can help ensure availability.

Prices vary depending on the specific itinerary, but the typical price spread is between $52–$115. Most of the tours we compare fall within the $63–$99 range.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.13★ across 120 pooled reviews. Travelers frequently describe the experience as beautiful and brilliant, often noting they had an excellent experience with very knowledgeable guides.

There is a variety of ways to see the mosque. While the majority of the 9 options we compare are group-based, a small number (11%) are private tours. Most of these experiences are relatively short, with a median duration of 3 hours, though some can last up to 8.8 hours.

Yes, there is a lot of flexibility available. About 78% of the tours listed across booking platforms offer free cancellation, making it easier to adjust your schedule.

To accommodate international travelers, tours are offered in 4 languages: English, Chinese, Malay, and Cantonese.

Booking is very efficient, as 100% of the options we compare offer instant confirmation.

You can buy boat tickets directly at Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. It is cheaper than booking through hotels or online agencies.

Take a bus from the Inanam terminal or hire a private driver. Most travelers prefer private cars for comfort and speed.

Yes, you should book your climbing permits and park entry online. Slots for mountain climbs often sell out months early.

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