Tourist Attractions in Brunei

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Brunei

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About Brunei

It is a small country that was suddenly struck by oil wealth. Perhaps it is this that has allowed Brunei to preserve its history and enhance its beauty. Its small territory is home to many amazing structures.

In the capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, there are grand mosques and palaces. Millions of dollars were spent on their construction, and now every tourist can see the embodiment of Brunei’s wealth. It is not surprising that the world’s largest palace, which is the residential residence of the ruler of the country is located in Brunei. The main part of Bandar Seri Begawan can be explored in one day. Afterwards, it is worth visiting the village of Kaampung Ayer. This is an old, very colourful part of the city, which is built on stilts supporting buildings over the water.

Brunei has a beautiful and not yet spoilt by man nature. You can admire it in natural parks and reserves. There are also many beautiful beaches in the country. If you want to relax by the sea, consider staying at The Empire Hotel & Country Club. It is there that you can feel like a sultan.

Top-10 Tourist Attractions in Brunei

City Centre

It is the capital and largest city of Brunei. Although it is not big in size, there are a lot of attractions. The sale of oil has made Brunei a very rich country. The capital has many modern buildings, shops, and the streets are neat and tidy. The city is surrounded by green wooded hills, which are often shown to tourists.

Istana Nurul Iman

 4.5/5

628 reviews

It is the world’s largest residential residence of an official ruler. The construction of the palace cost, according to various sources, from $500 million to $1.4 billion. It has 1788 rooms, 257 bathrooms, 18 lifts and 5 swimming pools. The sultan’s personal car park has more than 5 thousand cars, and the total area of the premises is 200 thousand m². The palace can be visited only three days a year.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

 4.7/5

901 reviews

It is an amazing monument to Islam that was built in 1992. It is located in the centre of Brunei. The mosque towers over the city with 29 domes, because the sultan in whose honour it was built is the 29th ruler. The building is richly and lavishly decorated, indicating the wealth of the state and its ruler. Entrance to it is free every day.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

 4.7/5

1609 reviews

The mosque is called the main jewel of Brunei. It is named after the 28th ruler of the country and is a symbol of Islam in the country. It was built in 1958. It is a striking example of modern Islamic architecture. The gilded dome of the mosque is 52 metres high and can be seen from anywhere in the city. The shrine stands on the bank of an artificial lagoon surrounded by gardens. At nightfall, the mosque is illuminated at night.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Friday: 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Royal Brunei Armed Forces Museum

 3.8/5

6 reviews

The museum is located in the centre of the state capital. It has permanent exhibitions that tell the story of the country’s enrichment thanks to oil, Muslim art, Brunei’s culture and its ancient history. Visitors can also see ancient weapons, daggers and cannons found after shipwrecks.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Jerudong Park Playground

 4.3/5

643 reviews

It is a sports and entertainment ground in Bandar Seri Begawan, which has been created in the middle of a green area. It is under the patronage of the Sultan himself. The hectare complex has the best polo stadiums, golf courses, croquet courts, a go-kart track, a shooting club and the amazing Luna Park.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Kampong Ayer

This is the second part of Brunei where all the buildings are on water. Kampung Ayer consists of 28 small villages with houses, schools, shops and mosques, police and fire stations built on stilts. Tourists like to reach them by boat. Such a trip is a great way to get acquainted with the life of the inhabitants of the city. The first houses in this neighbourhood were built 1000 years ago.

Ulu Temburong National Park

 4.6/5

95 reviews

“The Green Pearl of Brunei” was created in 1991 not far from the capital of the country. The national park covers an area of 50 thousand hectares. The terrain here is not easy, which, thanks to the efforts of the authorities, has been preserved almost in its original form. One part of the park is covered with high hills, the height of the biggest mountain reaches 1800 metres. At the other end of the park is a lowland landscape, which has become home to hundreds of animal species.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wasai Wong Kadir Recreational Park

 4.5/5

44 reviews

It is a picturesque jungle reserve that is not too far from Bruneian cities and allows for a safe and comfortable holiday. Usai Kandal is primarily famous for its Aire-Terjun-Menyusop waterfalls and their pools. You can reach the cold refreshing water for a swim along the park’s many paths.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

The Empire Hotel

 3.9/5

4355 reviews

It is the best hotel in the country, and a place where any tourist can feel like a sultan. It is located in the former guest house of the ruler, so it is richly decorated and has a huge territory. You should move around it by electric car, otherwise you may not get to the right place. The hotel has luxurious pools, a sports and spa centre and a beautiful beach.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours