Top 5 places to visit in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

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1.Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei.

  Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is an Islamic mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei. It is often considered as one of the most beautiful mosques in the Asia Pacific. It is a place of worship for the Muslim community, a major historical site, and a famous tourist attraction of Brunei.

It is named after Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 28th Sultan of Brunei, who initiated its construction. The mosque serves as a symbol of the Islamic faith in Brunei and dominates the skyline of Bandar Seri Begawan. The building was completed in 1958 and is an example of modern Islamic architecture.

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2.Kampong Ayer Cultural & Tourism Gallery

  Dubbed ‘Venice of the East’, Brunei Darussalam’s Kampong Ayer opened its own Cultural and Tourism Gallery in 2009, inaugurated by His Royal Highness The Crown Prince Haji Al- Muhtadee Billah. The gallery displays the history and traditions of the water village, as well as the society and arts

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which includes antique handicrafts and relics from the early years of the settlement. A tourist favorite feature of the gallery would be the observation tower that gives the visitors a nice panoramic view of the water village itself and the city’s skyline.

 

3.Tasek Lama Recreational Park

  Located at Bandar Seri Begawan, Tasek Lama Recreational Park is a beautifully constructed park housing a natural waterfall and a lake which are a source of the city’s drinking water. Also referred to as the Waterfall Park, it has jungle trails, picnic spots and an observation tower.

  The Tasek Lama Park is a jungle oasis in the midst of the city and a common spot for routine walkers and joggers. It is easy to spot a wide array of flora and fauna in the park such as cheeky macaque monkeys and interesting flowers.

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4.Royal Regalia Museum

The Royal Regalia Museum previously known as the Royal Regalia Building is a museum located in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei. It mainly houses the regalia of the Sultan and the royalty, as well as exhibits related to the commemorations of the Silver and Golden Jubilee celebrations of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s rule of Brunei. It was officially opened on 30 September 1992 by the Sultan himself.

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From the moment you enter Jerudong Park, you’re ready for a fun-filled day of getting your adrenaline pumped by screaming, laughing, and splashing around happening all right here at our park.

 

5.Jerudong Park Playground

  Jerudong Park is the largest amusement park with its very own waterpark situated in Brunei Darussalam, known famously around Asia as “The Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures”. It currently features more than 30 thrilling rides and attractions that caters for all ages, ranging from a heart- stopping 50-meter plunge to experiencing a wild descent on our exciting water rides and not forgetting the classic rides such as a merry-go-round, Pirate ship, bumper cars and more!

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