Dating back to 1888, Perdana Botanical Garden, previously known as Lake Gardens, is the city’s oldest and most popular public park. The garden, covering an area of over 200 acres, has a forest tree collection along with hundred-year-old heritage trees; manicured gardens with hibiscus and orchids; and lakes, where you might spot Japanese koi fishes, turtles, and otters. Within the grounds of Perdana Botanical Garden, the bird park is home to more than 3,000 birds of over 200 species. Meanwhile, the butterfly park, one of the largest in the world, spans over 80,000 sq ft of landscaped gardens with over 5,000 butterflies and butterfly-host plants.
Free tai chi and yoga sessions take place early most mornings. At the panggung, you might catch a cultural performance or a gig. The trails attract joggers and runners. There are cafés and gazebos, but most prefer relaxing on the green or with a picnic in the mornings or late afternoons.