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A rental car is the best means to explore Alor Setar, but driving around Alor Setar can be quite a task especially if you are visiting the city for the first time. To help you avoid unnecessary hassle, below are some tips on getting around Alor Setar:
Speed limit near school and hospital areas is 22 miles/hour. In non built up areas, it is and expressways through the city, the speed limit can be as much as 50-56 miles/hour.
In Alor Setar, you can find plenty of hotels and resorts that offer exclusive parking facility to guests. Some of the streets with options include Jalan Tunku Ibrahim, Jalan Sultan Badlishah and Taman Sejati Indah.
Avoid driving through the downtown streets during rush hours of 7:30 am to 9:00 am and 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
Penang is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Malaysia not only for its beaches but also its vibrant multicultural history. Spend the day in the UNESCO World Heritage Zone & Armenian Street, Penang Botanic Gardens and catch a glimpse of the glittering neon lights from Penang Hill.
The capital and largest city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is a one hour drive from Alor Setar. You cannot miss out on some of the world famous attractions of the city, such as the Petronas Twin Towers, Masjid Jamek and British colonial architectures at the city center.