Bandar Seri Begawan

Temples & religious sites

Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

Located in downtown Bandar Seri Begawan, this mosque is one of the largest and oldest in Brunei. Named after a former sultan, it is regarded as a symbol of Brunei's Islamic faith and draws a steady stream of visitors.

Castles & palaces

Istana Nurul Iman

The residence of the Sultan of Brunei, this palace sits by the river near downtown Bandar Seri Begawan. It's a grand structure recognized as the largest residential and administrative palace in the world.

Museums & galleries

Brunei Museum

Brunei's largest national museum, located in Kota Batu, Bandar Seri Begawan, houses Islamic art and Southeast Asian historical artifacts. It has been closed for renovation for a long time, so check its status before visiting.

Temples & religious sites

Jame 'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

The largest mosque in Brunei, located in Bandar Seri Begawan, and one of the country's two national mosques. It was named after the 29th Sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah.

Museums & galleries

Brunei Darussalam Maritime Museum

This maritime museum is located in the Kota Batu area of Brunei. It's a peaceful place to explore the country's seafaring history.

Museums & galleries

Royal Regalia Museum

A museum in the center of Bandar Seri Begawan, originally built as a memorial hall in 1965 and expanded in 1992 to its current form. It displays artifacts and treasures of the Brunei royal family.

Nature

Brunei River

This river flows through Brunei's capital, with the Sultan's residence, Istana Nurul Iman, standing on its banks. The stilt-house village of Kampong Ayer also lies along the river, making it a great destination for a boat tour.

Museums & galleries

Malay Technology Museum

A museum in Kota Batu, Brunei, showcasing the traditional skills and ways of life of Bruneians who have lived on the water villages and on land. It offers a close look at life in old Brunei.