0 km Kota Kinabalu (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is 0 km Kota Kinabalu?
What makes it 36% Baby-Friendly: The spot is level and stroller-friendly, but there is no bench, cover, change table or nursing room; parents must head to nearby malls for those needs, so the stop feels skippable.
Positives:
- Stroller-friendly paths: Most routes around the plaque and clock tower are flat and paved.
- Nearby baby facilities: Two shopping malls within 1 km offer diaper-change rooms and feeding chairs.
Challenges:
- No on-site baby-change: The plaque site has no nursing room; plan a quick stop or head to nearby malls.
- Limited shade at midday: The open plaza can get very hot; avoid visiting between 11 am and 3 pm.
What is 0 km Kota Kinabalu?
- A bronze plaque embedded in the pavement at 51 Gaya Street, serving as Kota Kinabalu’s official Kilometre Zero marker
- The reference point from which all road distances across Sabah are measured and calculated
- An institutional benchmark installed by the state government to standardise distance measurements within the provincial capital
What is so special about 0 km Kota Kinabalu for with baby?
- City zero-point plaque makes a unique quick stop for a family photo.
- Flat, stroller-friendly paths link to nearby attractions and baby rooms.
- Easy access to two malls with free diaper-changing and feeding facilities.
- Short visit fits well into a morning itinerary without tiring your baby.
Note: 0 km Kota Kinabalu is 36% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Kota Kinabalu for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 30 minutes
Why 30 minutes visit duration is ideal for with baby: A quick stop to see the plaque and nearby baby facilities without tiring your little one.
Baby-Friendly Activities in 0 km Kota Kinabalu
0 km Kota Kinabalu Plaque:
Bronze marker outside the Sabah Tourism Board building indicating the city’s zero point.
Tip: Visit early when shaded; hold baby securely for a stroller-friendly photo.
Atkinson Clock Tower:
Historic wooden tower 200 m along Jalan Istana, built in 1905.
Tip: Push stroller along the flat pavement and use the tree-lined path for shade.
Centre Point Sabah Nursery Room:
Free diaper-change and feeding room in the basement of Centre Point mall (400 m east).
Tip: Ask at the Ground Floor info desk for directions; bring your own diapers and wipes.
Signal Hill Viewpoint:
Drive-up overlook 1 km from the plaque, with panoramic city and sea views.
Tip: Park close to the gate; minimal walking required; bring a sunhat for your baby.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to 0 km Kota Kinabalu
- Combine stops: Link the plaque, clock tower and Centre Point for seamless baby care breaks.
- Early start: Arrive before 10 am to beat both crowds and the midday heat.
Reviews of 0 km Kota Kinabalu
Jrillus Ligong
.. Point to visit..
Travel 88
Here is where Kota Kinabalu started...
Nur Syazana Aqilah
nice spot to take picture
Marta Bortolin
Not that special
Nur Zuriaty Zaki
The place is clean. Take pictures before 12pm so you won't be hit by the sunlight.
When is the best time to visit 0 km Kota Kinabalu (Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia)?
Afternoon showers are common November–March; carry a stroller rain cover. Mornings are cooler and less crowded.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Taxi fare from city centre (one-way) | MYR 5 |
| Centre Point nursery room | MYR 0 |
| IMAGO Nappy Station | MYR 0 |
| Atkinson Clock Tower | MYR 0 |
| Signal Hill Viewpoint parking | MYR 0 |
| Total Estimated | MYR 5 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of 0 km Kota Kinabalu
Address: Sabah Tourism Board, 51, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
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