The Miri Things to Do list will astonish you, as you wouldn't expect a small city to offer so many activities. From gardens, parks, restaurants to massages and water sports Miri is an exiting vacation spot.

Mulu World Heritage Area

Mulu is a great adventurous spot. It is declared as a World Heritage area by UNESCO. Mulu can be accessed by a 30-minute flight from Miri's International airport. Well known for its vast caves, there are numerous expeditions designed abound the cave and the rain forests of this area. You can also go on an informative tour which is designed around the eco-tourism concept. You will find the most diverse species of bats here. The limestone karst pinnacles acts as a great hiking retreat.

Miri City Fan

A park influenced by English design, it sets a great backdrop for a family picnic. The swimming pool and its surrounding areas provide tranquility and peace like no other place. The greenery is soothing to the eye with a landscape of flower beds and ponds. Gazebos, fountains and walking paths adorn this park--a great way to spend a lazy afternoon, soaking in the sun and the crisp air.

Traditional Massage

Exclusively for the ladies, this massage will melt away all the stress from the traveling. A massage at Mak Elton is the perfect way to relax your body and calm your mind. The massage is given by the owner herself. She specializes in massage therapy and offers a 2-hour session. You will come out completely refreshed and rejuvenated.

Scuba Diving

Dive into the undisturbed reefs of Miri to experience the underwater world in all its glory. It will remind you of the pristine reefs in Maldives. The corals plate is massive and will take your breath away. Mik's reef is a popular diving spot and comprises of marine life that is exotic with turtles, the hump headed fishes and white sharks to name a few. The visibility is very high between March to September.

Open Market

Soak in the local lifestyle at the Tamu open market in Miri, a high energy location filled with the hustle and bustle of a market place. You will find all kinds of local produce and other goods here. A great place to see what Miri locals shop for and their style of conducting business. It is very busy during the morning hours and especially on weekends.