Walking Guide: LRT Pasar Seni → REXKL

A Five-Minute Walk to Chinatown’s Creative Hub

REXKL at Jalan Sultan (Sultan Road), Kuala Lumpur.

Destination: REXKL

REXKL is a repurposed 1947 cinema transformed into a vibrant creative hub in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. It houses indie cafés, bookstores, event spaces, and art installations, making it a favorite stop for both locals and foreign visitors.

Highlight: REXPERIENCE (RXP.KL) — an immersive audiovisual gallery inside REXKL. With 180° floor‑to‑ceiling projections and surround sound, it brings digital art to life in ways often compared to immersive venues in Paris, Berlin, and New York. Shows typically last 30–40 minutes, making it easy to fit into a half‑day itinerary. International travelers describe it as a “hidden gem” that blends heritage architecture with cutting‑edge creativity.

Together, REXKL and REXPERIENCE offer a unique mix of heritage, culture, and modern artistry — perfect for travelers seeking something beyond KL’s mainstream attractions.

Directions

Exit the LRT Pasar Seni Station through Exit D.
Head straight and go down to the ground level via the stairs on your right.
Once on the ground, turn left to exit the building.
Continue straight ahead, walking through the crossings at the bus station.
Cross the road and head right.
Keep walking on the sidewalk and turn left onto Jalan Sultan.
Walk along the sidewalk, passing the Petaling Street entrance on your left.
Continue straight for about three minutes.
After passing Jalan Hang Lekir on your left, you’ll arrive at REXKL, the popular creative hub in Chinatown Kuala Lumpur.
The entire walk takes about five minutes.

Exit the station through Gate D.

LRT Pasar Seni Station.

Follow the signs to HAB Pasar Seni.

Go down to the ground level via the stairs on your right.

LRT Pasar Seni Station.

Go left on the ground floor.

Exit the building to the bus station.

LRT Pasar Seni Station.

Walk through the bus station.

Head left onto Jalan Sultan and head straight ahead.

Sidewalk along Jalan Sultan.

Arrive at REXKL.

REXKL

BookXcess @ REXKL.

REXKL.

Alternative Route (via MRT Connection)

From the LRT Pasar Seni Station, follow the signs to MRT Pasar Seni.
Exit the station through Entrance A (Pintu A).
Head straight along Jalan Sultan.
At the traffic light junction next to Petaling Street, cross the road to the left sidewalk.
Continue straight along Jalan Sultan for about three minutes.
You’ll arrive at REXKL.

Head straight to MRT Pasar Seni.

The link bridge to MRT Pasar Seni.

Exit the station through Entrance A (Pintu A).

MRT Pasar Seni station.

Head straight along Jalan Sultan.

MRT Pasar Seni Exit A.

Arrive at REXKL.

REXKL

Travel Tips

Nearby Highlights: Petaling Street market, Kwai Chai Hong murals, and Sin Sze Si Ya Temple.
Best Time: Evening, when Chinatown’s food stalls and REXKL’s events come alive.
Lifestyle Highlight: Perfect for combining street food, heritage exploration, and creative culture.

Nearby Attractions (REXKL)

REXPERIENCE (RXP.KL) — Immersive audiovisual gallery inside REXKL, featuring 180° floor‑to‑ceiling projections and surround sound. Shows are often compared to immersive art spaces in Paris and New York. Book your REXPERIENCE Tickets on Klook.
Petaling Street (Chinatown) — Bustling street market with local food, souvenirs, and heritage shophouses.
Kwai Chai Hong — Restored heritage alley with murals, cafés, and cultural installations.
Central Market (Pasar Seni) — Cultural marketplace offering handicrafts, batik, and local art.
Sin Sze Si Ya Temple — KL’s oldest Taoist temple, tucked away near Chinatown.
Sultan Abdul Samad Building & Merdeka Square — Iconic colonial architecture and the historic site of Malaysia’s independence declaration.
River of Life — Scenic riverside promenade with light displays and heritage views.