Discover the rich story of this old colonial town on a walking tour along Ipoh’s Heritage Trail. From a small village to a sprawling city, the cultural centre of town has seen a big revival and boasts a quirky art scene, boutique cafes and some delicious local food.

A walking tour of Ipoh will take in the compact and historic old town area and can be shortened or lengthened to suit your timescale. Starting at the Railway Station stroll through the centre to admire the colonial architecture, grand Town Padang Mosque displaying Moghul style and the Birch Memorial clock Tower, built in 1909 in memory of James WW Birch, Perak’s first British Resident. Along the way refresh with a coffee in Old Town and get lost in the hidden cobblestone alleyways experiencing the rich culture of the old world colonial era. The walls of the old town have been restored and turned into pieces of art and old shops are now quaint cafes. Keep your eyes peeled and cameras ready for some of the interesting modern street art adorning the walls and lanes. Finish your walk heading via vibrant concubine lane, full of the best antiques in Ipoh and some excellent architecture.

If time allows be sure to enjoy a dish of steamed chicken rice at one of the local Chinese eateries. A great place to soak up another side of city life in Ipoh.