Malaysian Museums

There are dozens of Malaysian Museums and I have visited a good many of them over the years and plan to visit many more as I continue to explore this interesting country.

Around 21 museums are managed by the Federal Government's Department of Museums Malaysia and these tend to be the more impressive ones but there are also some excellent museums run by local governments and private bodies.

The quality and size of Malaysian museums vary considerably. Many are free admission and most of those that do have an entrance fee only charge a nominal amount.

Here is a directory of the museums I have visited so far. More will be added in due course.

Click on the Museum's name or image for further details.

Kuala Lumpur

National Museum

The National Museum is one the top museums in Malaysia and provides a good overview of the nation's rich historical and cultural heritage.

National Planetarium

Kuala Lumpur's National Planetarium is a collection of so-so exhibits but its excellent dome theatre is well worth the visit. Read the full review here.

Science Museum

Kuala Lumpur's science museum (or National Science Centre) is not an outstanding attraction but is still worth visiting, especially with children.

Petrosains

Petrosains, The Discovery Centre is a great museum in the heart of Kuala Lumpur where kids and adults can experience the worlds of science and petroleum.

National Textile Museum

The National Textile Museum showcases the origins, development and techniques of local textiles and the role they play in the rich and diverse heritage of Malaysia.

Tun Abdul Razak Memorial

The Tun Abdul Razak Memorial is an interesting museum dedicated to the life and times of Tun Abdul Razak, the second Prime Minister of Malaysia.

Islamic Arts Museum

The Islamic Arts Museum is one of the best Malaysian museums with over 7000 top quality artefacts from all over the Islamic world. A must-see!

Royal Selangor Pewter Visitor Centre

Tour the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre to see how pewter is made. Even try it yourself in their School of Hard Knocks before shopping for exquisite pewterware.

Royal Malaysian Air Force Museum

The Royal Malaysian Air Force Museum is a fun place to visit where kids can play in aircraft cockpits while adults learn the history and operations of the RMAF.

Royal Malaysian Police Museum

The Royal Malaysian Police Museum contains a fascinating collection of artefacts and exhibits detailing the role and history of the RMP from its inception up to the present day.

Telekom Museum

The Telekom Museum is more interesting than it sounds and it is located in a beautiful old building. Find out what to expect when you visit.

Maybank Numismatic Museum

At the Maybank Numismatic Museum you really can see money growing on trees. Find out more here.

Biomedical Museum

At KL's Biomedical Museum you can see grotesque preserved human embryos, snakes in jars and exhibits on diseases. Fascinating material but outdated presentation.