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Brunei Museum

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Introduction

The Brunei Museum is Brunei's important national museum, showcasing Islamic art, history, ecology and the oil industry - a key window into this Borneo sultanate. By the Brunei River, its Islamic Art Gallery holds Quran manuscripts, calligraphy, metalwork, ceramics and textiles. Other galleries cover Brunei history, culture, Borneo ecology and the oil industry. Respect local culture; follow rules, dress modestly, do not touch, keep quiet, no flash.

Highlights

01
National Museum
Brunei's important national museum - rich and varied.
02
Islamic Art
Quran manuscripts, calligraphy and Islamic art treasures.
03
History and Ecology
Brunei history, folklore, Borneo ecology and the oil industry.
04
Cultural Window
A window into the ancient Borneo sultanate's history and culture.

🛈 Practical Info

TicketFree or small fee (reference)
HoursAbout 09:00-17:00 (reference)
DurationAbout 1 hour
AccessBy the Brunei River, the museum
VisitFollow rules, dress modestly, do not touch exhibits, no flash
EtiquetteKeep quiet, respect local culture

💡 Tips

The Brunei Museum showcases Islamic art, history, ecology and the oil industry
The Islamic Art Gallery holds Quran manuscripts, calligraphy, metalwork and more
Learn Brunei's history, religious art, culture and its oil wealth
Follow rules, dress modestly, do not touch exhibits, keep quiet, respect culture

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The Brunei Museum showcases Islamic art, history, ecology and the oil industry The Islamic Art Gallery holds Quran manuscripts, calligraphy, metalwork and more

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.