Kuching travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kuching
With a population of 570,407, Kuching is the largest city in Sarawak, Malaysia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kuching deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Kuching
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mr. Domus (The Laksamana Commercial Suites Parcel No. 4.0, Ground Floor Lot 1984, Block 10 Kcld, Jalan Laksaman) and Ukemochi - Sheraton Kuching (Level 22, No 2, Jalan Padungan) are great picks.
When to visit Kuching
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kuching in May, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 22.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kuching, with an average rainfall of 7.5″.
How to Get to Kuching
Plane
When flying to Kuching, you’ll arrive at Kuching (KCH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Kuching from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 30h 55m.
Bus
Kuching’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.
Airports near Kuching
Airlines serving Kuching
Where to stay in Kuching
From 5-star hotels such as the Pullman Kuching to great affordable options like the The Village House, Kuching offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $31 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $71 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nova Kuching Hotel and Homestay Kuching.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kuching
Most booked hotels in Kuching
Renting a car in Kuching
Renting a car in Kuching costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Kuching.
Expect to pay $1.67 per gallon in Kuching (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $19.99 and $26.65. The most frequently booked car type in Kuching is Intermediate (Proton Exora or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Proton Persona or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.