Malaysia · MUSEUMS
Heat, rain and driving distance decide more here than taste does. The 10 museum visits below are sorted so you can see the price, the length and the catch in one pass.
Review of Penang’s Straits and Oriental Museum, with ceramic treasures, practical tips, guide details, price, timing, and booking advice.
“An utter gem of a museum with knowledgeable, passionate and approachable staff that brings the history of Penang to life, through beautiful artefacts. What I love about Straits & Oriental is how accessible it is, you don't have to be well versRead more”
Review of UR-MU in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, a quirky five-level art museum with thought-provoking works and a rooftop KL Tower view.
“Interesting museum. Some thought provoking works. Nicely displayed art with writings on the placards.”
See Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Towers, National Museum, mosque, palace, and Merdeka Square on an affordable guided half-day tour.
“The pick up was late and so we were bit late when we arrived and the tour already started. We were not given a chance to take shots on petronas towers”
Review of George Town’s Asia Camera Museum, with 1,000 cameras, hands-on displays, a darkroom, repair tools, and practical visit tips.
“had a great experience and theres many new information we got.the staff is very friendly and helpful open to help us take pictures from the old cameras”
Explore Penang’s Wonderfood Museum, home to giant Malaysian dishes, interactive galleries, food heritage, and hyper-realistic replicas.
Explore George Town’s Upside Down Museum, street art, temples, Chew Jetty, and colonial landmarks on a private four-hour tour.
“An informal wedding at the Spice Gardens & the beautiful butterflies at the Butterfly Farm. Perhaps less merchandising at the Butterfly Farm would have been welcome.”
Explore Malacca from Kuala Lumpur with a private guide, trishaw ride, historic sites, Cheng Ho Museum, and Jonker Street.
“We had a wonderful experience while visiting Malacca. This is all thanks to our guide David who is extremely passionnate about passing on the history and multi cultures in Malaysia and Malacca. Having David taking us in the right spots and explaining to us more about the country history made the whole difference. Thanks again David !”
Review of Kuala Lumpur’s Islamic Arts Museum and landmark tour, with private transport, hotel pickup, itinerary details, value advice, and booking tips.
“Thanks for your kindness and support The Driver was very good and helpful abd the trip was good and save”
Explore Peranakan culture, colonial-era stories, and Oriental art in George Town at the Straits & Oriental Museum for $7.
Explore giant Malaysian food replicas, Penang cuisine, and practical ticket details at Wonderfood Museum in George Town.
“Unique experience at the museum where you can explore the types of cuisines available in Malaysia that gives you the inspiration to taste the real dish.”
Pick a cave, a coastline or a hawker street.
