Aman Central: Aman Central is a sprawling mall in the Alor Setar town center and it offers the best shopping and dining experience in the state.
Kedah Paddy Museum: The Kedah Paddy Museum has exhibits on paddy that is famous in the State and there are also many murals dedicated to the plant.
Balai Besar: Balai Besar is a historical site in Alor Setar which was used by the Sultan of Kedah for ceremonies in the late eighteenth century.
Nobat Tower: Nobat Tower is a repository for the royal orchestra and has interesting architecture as it is octagonal with an onion-shaped dome on the top.
Wat Samosorn Rajanukpradit: Wat Samosorn Rajanukpradit is a sacred location for the Buddhists and you can visit this shrine when on a day trip around Alor Setar.
Ruma Merdeka: Ruma Merdeka is the house of Malaysia's first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman and it has exhibits on the history of the country and also Rahman's family history.
Kota Tinggi Clock Tower: The Kota Tinggi Clock Tower is located near Alor Setar and is one of the oldest structures in the area.

Bus From TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) to Alor Setar