MY · Selangor · 3.22°N 101.58°E

sungai buloh

The Valley of Hope's story gallery and a long browse through the plant nurseries.

Best time
Any time of year, but the story gallery only opens on Sundays, so plan around it. Browse the nurseries in the morning, before the rows of pots heat up.
How long
Half a day
Getting there
About 30–40 minutes' drive from KL via the DUKE or the North–South Expressway; the valley is next to Hospital Sungai Buloh. The MRT Putrajaya Line and KTM Komuter stop at Sungai Buloh station, a short Grab ride away.
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Dear group chat,The Valley of Hope's story gallery and a long browse through the plant nurseries.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingSungai BulohMY, Selangor
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≈ 15 km from KL, as the crow flies
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Photos: Wikimedia Commons, credited on each.

In 1930 the British built a leprosy settlement in a valley at Sungai Buloh, planned as a self-sufficient garden town. Former patients and their families still live in what's now called the Valley of Hope, and its story gallery tells their history. The valley is also where Klang Valley gardeners come to buy plants, from the nurseries that grew up around it.

Makan

  1. Breakfast in townRoti canai, nasi lemak and teh tarik in Sungai Buloh before the nurseries.Map ↗
  2. The gallery caféA small café at the gallery for a drink and a snack between stops.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Valley of Hope Story GalleryPhotos, objects and residents' own stories of life in the settlement, with volunteer guides on hand.Map ↗
  2. The heritage tourA guided walk around the settlement's old buildings. Book it ahead.Map ↗
  3. The plant nurseriesRows of nurseries along the valley roads sell orchids, fruit trees, pots and soil.Map ↗

Good to know

  • The settlement is people's homes and a working hospital area. Stay in the visitor areas and ask before photographing residents.
  • Most nurseries take cash only, and the first price is open to a friendly haggle.
  • Bring a box or old newspapers to keep pots upright in the boot.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.