Tired of the mega malls and the same old cafes and restaurants? We dug deeper and found a list of fun and unique things you can do across the Causeway
It’s no secret that Singaporeans love day trips and mini getaways across the border to Malaysia, especially Johor Bahru. From cheap shopping to hipster cafe-hopping, there is a plethora of reasons to love the city.
However, if you regularly take trips across the causeway, we don’t blame you if you’re starting to get a bit bored of the same seafood restaurants and mega malls.
If you are looking for something different to try out on your next trip to Johor Bahru, we have you covered. Read on for our list of some of the most unique and hidden activities, food and places you can visit on your next trip.
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1. Visit Istana Besar
Take a trip to this grand palace admire Anglo-Malay architecture. Formerly home to Sultan Abu Bakar of Johor, the palace was built to serve as an official residence of the ruler of the Malay state. Today, the palace is mainly used for official ceremonies, and has also been converted into a museum. Explore the gardens which overlook the Straits of Johor before heading into the Royal Abu Bakar Museum, home to a myriad of heirlooms and antiques which belonged to the royal family.