Love visiting interesting, seldom-visited spots in Kota Bharu? Let’s take a look.
For some visitors who prefer to head to a “hidden gem” or somewhere rare rather than the usual well-trodden places, this list can help you experience a fun and distinctive holiday.
Par 3 Golfer’s Terrace Cafe
Picnic on the golf-course grass in a spacious, beautiful, and tidy setting. Kelantan Golf Club PC has opened its cafe to the public. This spot is also perfect for birthday celebrations, wedding anniversaries, and much more! The menu and prices are also reasonable, like an ordinary eatery!
Par 3 Golfer’s Terrace Cafe, Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan Golf Club 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
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Pantai Nusuk
Pantai Nusuk, which lives up to its “nusuk” (hidden) name, has now been developed into a spot for swimming, picnicking, kite-flying, swinging, and local food stalls. Fun fact: the RM2 parking charge is said to go only to the operators for cleaning and maintaining Pantai Nusuk.
Pantai Nusuk, 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Min House Camp
If you love nature-themed holidays, this is surely the right place, as it is surrounded by and built beside a river. Visitors can also experience kayaking, firefly-watching, and archery. There is also a spa, Puteri Saadong Spa, Restoran Lapa for Western food, and you can hang out at Kahawa Coffee.
Min House Camp, Lot 1287, Kampung Pulau, Kubang Kerian, 16150 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/minhousecamp/
Seedak Resto
A new hangout in Kota Bharu for visitors who like trying new food while relaxing with friends and family. Operating from 5.30pm to 12.30am, it serves a variety of dishes such as Nasi Lemak Ayam Kampung, Nasi Lemak Ayam Fred, Nasi Lemak Ketam (crab), Nasi Lemak Udang Galah (freshwater prawn), Nasi Lemak Sotong (squid), and Western food!
Lot 1213, Jalan Guchil Bayam, 15200 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seedakrestokb
Pasar Terapung Pulau Suri (Floating Market)
As the name suggests, it is a floating market, so visitors can take a boat from the Kuala Besar jetty or the Kok Majid jetty. This market, located in the Tumpat district, only operates on Saturdays. There is not only food but also activities such as batik colouring and sewing nipah-palm roofing, so visitors can experience these interesting activities themselves.
Pulau Suri, 16200 Tumpat, Kelantan
Pasar Terapung Pengkalan Datu (Floating Market)
Famous for selling local Kelantanese food as well as fresh seafood catches at this floating market. Operating on Saturdays from 8am, it also has a river cruise service, silat (martial arts) performances, and visitors can stay at riverside accommodation at Pengkalan Datu.
Lot 261, Jalan Raja Sakti, Kampung Pengkalan Datu, 16150 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
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Pantai Mek Mas
Known as a sandy-desert beach. Perfect for swimming, photos, and also testing your physical fitness by climbing the sand dunes at Pantai Mek Mas, just like in Arabia! Only the camels are missing 😂
Pulau Tengah, Kubang Kerian, KB
Known for its floating restaurant, Selera D Air K’Kochok Pulau Tengah, a river cruise using a traditional carved wooden boat called a Bot Kolek, and a 350m floating jetty. There are also campsites for rent, perfect for building a campfire, fishing, kayaking, and swimming at Pulau Tengah Eco Water Park.
Kg Pulau Tengah, Mukim Pulau, Kubang Kerian, 16150 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
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Samurai Yakiniku
Experience grilling Wagyu beef yourself so visitors can enjoy dining at a Japanese restaurant in Kota Bharu. The newly renovated shop, now fitted with a smoke-extraction system, is now open and offers a one-hour free-flow Yakiniku and Shabu Shabu buffet for RM25!
PT2301, Jalan Hospital, Berek 12, 15200 Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samuraiyakiniku/
Pantai Nami, Korea (Pantai Senok & Pantai Kundur)
Both of these beaches are lined with densely growing pine trees that make the entire shoreline resemble “Nami Island” in South Korea. The rows of trees also create a shady effect, perfect for picnicking, relaxing, or photography sessions. Visitors can choose whether to go to Pantai Senok or Pantai Kundur as they prefer, since both are in Kota Bharu.
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