Located in the heart of the city of Kuala Lumpur, the National Museum (Muzium Negara) built in the style of a Malay palace is the guardian of the nation’s history. The recently upgraded galleries present an exciting and innovative approach to exploring the history of Malaysia from prehistoric times to the present. Muzium Negara was officially opened by His Majesty, the Third Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Putra Al-Haj Ibni Al-Marhum Syed Hassan Jamalullail on 31st August 1963. The museum building, apart from being stimulative from the point of tradition also presents a panoramic view of the development of Malaysia, as depicted by the two large murals of Italian glass mosaic, which extend across the museum facade. Muzium Negara is a repository of Malaysia's rich cultural and historical heritage. The three storied structure is 109.7 meters long, 15.1 meters wide and 37.6 meters at the central point. The museum houses four exhibition galleries featuring Malaysia's history and rich cultural diversity. Muzium Negara endeavours through its collections, exhibitions, research, publications, educational and public programmes, to inspire a broader understanding of our nation and her multiracial people.

 

The Prehistory Gallery on the first floor showcases the formation of the Malay Archipelago to the findings of numerous important prehistoric archaeological sites in Malaysia.

The Early Malay Kingdom Gallery features the existence of the Malay States and highlights the zenith of the Malaccan Empire during the 15th century as centre for the spice trade and the proliferation of Islam.

The fall of Malaccan Empire in 1511 to the Portuguese was the start of 446 years of foreign influence, from the Dutch, British and then Japanese.

The Malaysia Today Gallery brings visitors to the sights and sounds of the Road Towards Independence.

 

Opens everyday from 9 am to 5 pm. Last ticket purchase is at 4.30 pm

 

Closed on first two days of Raya Aidil Fitri and first day of Raya Aidil Adha

 

Visitor Type	Price
Malaysian Citizen	RM 2.00
Elderly and Disabled (OKU)	RM 1.00
Children aged 12 years old and under (Malaysian Citizen)	Free
High School Students Dressed In Uniform (Malaysian Citizen)	Free
High School Students Not Dressed In Uniform (Malaysian Citizen)	RM 2.00
International Council of Museums Members (ICOM)	Free
Non Malaysian Citizen	RM 5.00
Children aged 6 to 12 years old (Non Malaysian Citizen)	RM 2.00
Children younger than 6 years old (Non Malaysian Citizen)	Free

 

Free one hour guided tours led by volunteer docents. Reservation needed for groups and school groups, please contact 03-2267 1111 ext. 125 (Mondays-Fridays, 8.00am-5.30pm) or email at prmuziumnegara@jmm.gov.my

 

Mrs. Nor Hanisah binti Ahmad - Deputy Director (hanisah@jmm.gov.my)

 

By Bus: RapidKL Bus No.115 (KL City Shuttle RM2) from Sentral KL

By Train: Disembark at KL Sentral and walk along the pedestrian path for 0.5 km to Muzium Negara.

By MRT: Muzium Negara Station

 

RM 3.00	First Hours or part thereof
RM 3.00	Subsequent Hours or part thereof
RM 10.00	Per Entry (Bus, Van & Taxi)
RM 50.00	Lost Ticket (Penalty)

*The above rates are exlusive of 6% SST

*Transaction using Touch n Go Card

Operation Hours : Monday-Friday & Public Holidays from 7.00 am to 7.00 pm

Located at the ground floor near the exit of Muzium Negara.You can find a collection of unusual and unexpected gifts that educate, entertain, aesthetically stimulating, and encourages awareness of the rich artistic heritage contained within the Museum.You can also find gadgets and clever devices, as well as books, compact discs and special publications. Each object has artistic and historical significance.

 

Cafetaria, Car Park, Surau, and Guided tour