How to get to Central Market & Chinatown (Petaling Street) by metro
Station, line, walking time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Pasar Seni station (Line KJ & Line KG). From there it is a ~2-minute walk to Central Market, Petaling Street and old Chinatown.
From Pasar Seni station, cross the pedestrian bridge over the river for Central Market; Petaling Street is a further five-minute walk.
Alternatively: Masjid Jamek station (Line KJ & Line AG & Line SP).
Overview
Pasar Seni is the gateway to historic Kuala Lumpur. Central Market (Pasar Seni), an Art-Deco building from 1928, is now a craft and batik bazaar, and a short walk away Petaling Street — the red-lantern heart of Chinatown — buzzes with market stalls, temples and hawker food. Nearby stand the colourful Sri Mahamariamman and Guan Di temples, the Instagram-famous Kwai Chai Hong lane and, ten minutes on, Merdeka Square. Pasar Seni station is an interchange between the LRT Kelana Jaya Line and the MRT Kajang Line, making it one of the easiest stops to reach.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| KL Sentral | MRT Kajang Line one stop from Muzium Negara, ~3 min; or LRT via KL Sentral, ~6 min |
| KLCC (Petronas) | LRT Kelana Jaya Line direct toward Putra Heights, ~8 min |
| Bukit Bintang | MRT Kajang Line direct toward Kwasa Damansara, ~6 min |
Step by step
Take Line KJ & Line KG and get off at Pasar Seni.
Follow the signs to the right exit.
In ~2 minutes on foot you reach Central Market, Petaling Street and old Chinatown.
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Central Market (Pasar Seni) by metro?
Get off at Pasar Seni station (Line KJ & Line KG). From there it is about a 2-minute walk.
How long does it take from KL Sentral?
KL Sentral: MRT Kajang Line one stop from Muzium Negara, ~3 min; or LRT via KL Sentral, ~6 min.
Which lines serve Pasar Seni station?
Pasar Seni is served by Line KJ & Line KG.
Is it step-free / accessible?
Pasar Seni station is step-free with lifts. Central Market is level inside; Petaling Street is a flat but crowded pedestrian lane.
How much does it cost?
Central Market and Petaling Street are free to enter; individual stalls set their own prices. Temples ask for modest dress and welcome respectful visitors.
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Updated: August 2026