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 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 570 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kuching, with an average rainfall of 190 mm.
How to Get to Kuching
Plane
When flying to Kuching, you’ll arrive at Kuching (KCH), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kuching from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 21h 35m.
Bus
Kuching’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.
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 €28 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €65 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
Hiring a car in Kuching
Expect to pay €0.40 per litre in Kuching (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €4.80 and €6.40. The most frequently booked car type in Kuching is Economy (Proton Saga or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Perodua Viva or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.