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Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

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Popular Destinations

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Things to do in Sabah

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Sabah? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Kapalai

Kapalai

4.7/5497 Review
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach

Tanjung Aru Beach

4.8/52,220 Review
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mengalum Island

Mengalum Island

4.6/5573 Review
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island

Mabul Island

4.8/5517 Review
"Diving"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

4.5/51,696 Review
"Night view"
Manukan Island

Manukan Island

4.7/5262 Review
"Diving"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

4.6/5393 Review
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Gaya Street

Gaya Street

4.5/5556 Review
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

4.7/597 Review
"Farms and pastures"
Mamutik Island

Mamutik Island

4.6/5153 Review
"Diving"
Sipadan Island

Sipadan Island

4.8/5204 Review
"Diving"

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Sabah dishes and foodie spots.
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Seng Hing Coffee Shop

Seng Hing Coffee Shop

4.7/522 Review
Avg. IDR47,916/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

4.4/564 Review
Avg. IDR471,465/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa

Yee Fung Laksa

4.7/5589 Review
Avg. IDR58,933/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar

Sky Blu Bar

16 Review
Avg. IDR327,406/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's

Ferdinand's

4.3/514 Review
Avg. IDR638,442/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

4.7/5219 Review
Avg. IDR360,146/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant

Welcome Seafood Restaurant

4.6/51,164 Review
Avg. IDR383,065/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

4.5/5335 Review
Avg. IDR101,495/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

4.3/510 Review
Avg. IDR245,554/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

4.6/5500 Review
Avg. IDR88,399/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital

Little Italy @ Capital

4.8/586 Review
Avg. IDR199,717/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
FIVE SAILS

FIVE SAILS

4.0/521 Review
Avg. IDR360,146/person
"Buffets"
"Sea view"

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