Lorong Gopeng Klang: New Arts & Cultural Market Set

February 25, 2025

Lorong Gopeng Klang Set to Become a New Tourism Icon

Klang, 25 February 2025 — The Selangor State Government, in collaboration with Tourism Selangor Promosi (TSPSB), the Royal Klang City Council (MBDK) and K Production, has announced the development of the Lorong Gopeng Klang to strengthen the state’s tourism sector.

The Lorong Gopeng development project will be carried out in three main phases which the First Phase will focus on the construction of the gateway, mural art, street furniture and historical elements. The Second Phase will revitalise Pasar Jawa and Sungai Klang to enhance the appeal of the area. Meanwhile, the Third Phase will focus on the improvement of accessibility by connecting Jambatan Kota to Pengkalan Batu, upgrading food stalls and beautifying Pengkalan Batu Public Park.

Spanning 240 metres, Lorong Gopeng will feature 30 to 40 vendors offering a variety of local and heritage foods. It is expected to operate from Friday to Sunday, from 3 PM to midnight, with no entrance fee. The project is estimated to receive an investment of RM10 million and is anticipated to attract 30,000 to 40,000 tourists per month after its official launch in December 2025.

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Speech by YB Dato’ Ng Suee Lim, EXCO of Local Government and Tourism of Selangor

“Lorong Gopeng will be developed as an arts alley and cultural market, which will not only revive Klang’s heritage areas but also provide opportunities for small and micro-entrepreneurs to grow and contribute to the local economy,” said YB Dato’ Ng Suee Lim in his speech.

“We aim to position Lorong Gopeng as a tourism icon on par with Petaling Street in Kuala Lumpur, Jonker Walk in Melaka and Concubine Lane in Perak. Our aspiration is to achieve international tourism standards akin to Icon Siam in Bangkok and Namdaemun Market in Seoul,” added YB Dato’ Ng Suee Lim.

The Selangor State Government hopes this initiative will serve as a catalyst for more tourism development projects in the state, further strengthening Selangor’s tourism industry as a premier destination for both domestic and international visitors.