Bandar Seri Begawan
Brunei · Brunei-Muara · 5 m
Description
Bandar Seri Begawan (بندر سري بكاوان) is the tranquil capital of the Sultanate of Brunei and the country's political, cultural, and religious center. The city is renowned for its magnificent mosques, most notably the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, the historic water village of Kampong Ayer, the vast Istana Nurul Iman royal palace, and its well-kept waterfront along the Brunei River. Bandar Seri Begawan blends striking Islamic architecture with traditional Malay river culture and a relaxed, green atmosphere. As the gateway to Brunei's rainforests and the main starting point for excursions to Ulu Temburong National Park, the capital offers an authentic introduction to one of Southeast Asia's smallest and wealthiest nations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – June
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
- Kampong Ayer Water Village
- Brunei River Boat Tour & Proboscis Monkeys
- Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
- Royal Regalia Museum
- Istana Nurul Iman
- Gadong Night Market
- Tasek Lama Recreational Park
- Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Complex & Waterfront
- Brunei History Centre
- Malay Technology Museum
- Brunei Arts & Handicraft Centre
- Tamu Kianggeh Market
- Eco-Corridor Park
- Mahkota Jubli Emas Park
- Ash Shaliheen Mosque
- The Empire Brunei
- Jerudong Park
- Jerudong Beach
- Muara Beach
- Brunei Maritime Museum
- Lapau (Royal Ceremonial Hall)
- Teng Yun Temple
- Church of Our Lady of the Assumption
- Damuan Recreational Park
- Bukit Shahbandar Forest Recreation Park
- Bukit Subok Forest Recreation Park
- SOAS Bridge Viewpoint
- Kianggeh River Promenade
- Kota Batu Archaeological Park
- Pulau Ranggu Mangroves
- Brunei River Mangrove Cruise
- Pantai Seri Kenangan(Day trip)
- Muara Town(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- BWN
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry