What’s vibrant, budget-friendly, and possibly a bit wet? No, it’s not your child’s art supplies—it’s a pasar (bazaar) in Johor Bahru!
KSL Pasar Malam
Market
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Enjoy affordable delights while indulging in crispy shrimp cakes and refreshing sea coconut drinks. This market offers a variety of items, including electronics, clothing, perfumes, costume jewelry, household goods, and toys for children.
Taman Pelangi Morning Market
Market
As the only morning market on this list, Taman Pelangi is also the wettest, and for good reason; here you’ll encounter freshly cut meat, seafood, and vegetables still glistening with morning dew from the farms. You'll also find a selection of potted plants.
Pasar Karat
Bazaar, Market
No visit to Johor Bahru is complete without stopping by this bustling night market. Here you can bargain for pre-owned items, scarves, handbags, decorative pieces, and even vintage memorabilia, all displayed under blue tents illuminated by fluorescent lights. A live band occasionally performs, adding to the atmosphere.
JB Sentral Meldrum Night Market
Market
Open every night, this market ensures you can savor wantan mee (wanton noodles) whenever you desire. The seafood is delightful—don’t miss the ikan bakar, or grilled marinated fish—and the chicken wings are always a crowd favorite.
Johor Jaya Pasar Malam
Market
This market features a range of bargain-friendly items, particularly renowned for its pastry stalls and roast duck. You can enjoy food offerings that typically cost no more than RM5 ($1.25).
Bukit Indah Pasar Malam
Market
If you're a fan of cendol (sweet iced dessert), this is the market for you. You'll also discover a wonderful variety of fresh fruits, nasi padang (steamed rice with assorted dishes), and apam balik (fluffy pancakes). Parking can be tricky, so consider using GrabCar instead of Uber, which is no longer available in Malaysia.
Johor Jaya Pasar Malam
Market
This market features a range of bargain-friendly items, particularly renowned for its pastry stalls and roast duck. You can enjoy food offerings that typically cost no more than RM5 ($1.25).
Impian Emas Pasar Malam
Market
With an incredible variety of food, you’ll find everything from muah chee (sweet rice flour balls) to marinated crabs, along with local favorites such as char koay teow (fried flat noodles) and char koay kak (fried rice flour cubes). The largest steamed buns (paos) are also available here.
Puteri Wangsa Pasar Malam
Market
With over 100 stalls offering a wide array of items, this is a family-friendly spot. Enjoy popular night market treats like fried squid, grilled corn on the cob, and steamed peanuts.
Ungku Tun Aminah Pasar Malam
Market
Stop by for a variety of items—clothes, ceramics, children’s toys, and plenty of chicken. This bustling night market is especially popular on Saturday, attracting visitors seeking to unwind after a long week.