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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: University of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur 50603
Fascinating ensemble of ceramics, woodcarvings, sculpture and textiles. Extensive archival materials boast nearly 2,000 volumes and are available for research.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur 50088
Upstairs in the Suria KLCC mall, this modern gallery has regularly changing exhibitions of art and photography relating to the city and its history.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: 1 Jalan Raja, Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur 50050
Moved from the old library in northeast Kuala Lumpur, this striking modern building on Merdeka Square houses more than 70,000 books and 100 titles of periodicals and audio-visual materials, with resources available in English and Malay. The library also serves as a research forum and houses a collection of artifacts relating to Kuala Lumpur's rich...
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: Sri Taman, Jalan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur 50480
This three-building complex is a tribute to the legacy of Tun Abdul Razak, Malaysia's second prime minister. Inside are interesting displays on the former prime minister, including his personal speedboat and golf cart.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: 2 Jalan Temerloh, Kuala Lumpur 53200
A noteworthy collection of local and international art. The facility includes a library, sculpture garden, auditorium, creative center, and a photography and graphics studio. It's also the site of numerous temporary exhibits. Guided tours are by appointment.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur 50088
Backed by the Petronas oil company, this hands-on interactive science museum is dedicated to inspiring young minds. Adults will be equally impressed by the displays on natural history, mechanics, engineering, science and technology. Highlights include a helicopter flight simulator and some great interactive displays on Formula 1 racing.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: 5 Jalan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur 50480
This fascinating museum traces the police department's storied history, which dates to the early 1500's. Thousands of artifacts crowd the site, including aircraft, a Marine Police boat and homemade weapons confiscated from Communist rebels. Guided tours are by appointment.
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur 50200
The country's first interactive museum chronicles 120 years of telecommunications history. Artifacts range from the first telephone used in Malaysia to the latest technological advancements. Staff are on hand to provide information about the exhibits.
Tuanku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial
Category: Museums - Kuala Lumpur Attractions & Activities
Address: Jalan Dato' Onn, Kuala Lumpur 50480
This three-building complex is a tribute to the legacy of Tuanku Abdul Rahman Putra, who was Malaysia's first prime minister. Renowned for his role in gaining Malaysia's independence from the British, he is often called the "Father of Independence." The memorial houses personal items and historical documents, and is located on seven and a half...
