Museum
Brunei Museum
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The Brunei Museum, located in Kota Batu, is the country's premier cultural institution. Its galleries span Islamic art, including exquisite ceramics and manuscripts, alongside natural history exhibits featuring Bornean wildlife. Archaeological displays highlight Brunei's ancient trade links and the sultanate's maritime heritage. Visitors can view gold artifacts from the Brunei shipwreck and learn about the nation's geological past. The museum's setting on a hill offers panoramic views of the Brunei River.
Don't miss
- Islamic art collection with rare Qur'ans and decorative ceramics
- Bornean natural history dioramas with taxidermy and geological samples
- Brunei shipwreck gold and ceramic artifacts from the 15th–16th centuries
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Brunei Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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