Royal Regalia Museum

Royal Regalia Museum

Royal Regalia Museum
4.1
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
About
A tribute to the sultan and the grand trappings of Royalty, this museum is a highlight of any trip to Brunei. The main gallery presents an impressive recreation of the coronation of His Majesty The Sultan, displaying the gilded carriage which carried the newly crowned Sultann through the streets of the capital city, along with gold and silver ceremonial armour. The Royal Exhibition Gallery showcases a selection of Royal Regalia from His Majesty's childhood days up to the time of his coronation, such as jewel-encrusted crowns, thrones, garments and His Majesty's revered silver Keris (dagger). The Silver Jubilee Gallery celebrates the mark of His Majesty's 25th ruling year. Here, one can view film footage of the auspicious event, amongst other Royal Regalia that made an appearance during the occasion. There is also the Constitutional History Gallery, which houses documents, photographs, film and recordings, and a gallery devoted to the life of His Majesty The Sultan up to the time of his coronation. Opening Hours : Sat-Thu, 9am-4:30pm , Fri 9am-11:30am, 2:30pm-4:30pm Shoes are to be removed before entering
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Go Travelling Girl
    Surabaya, Indonesia10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Coming here in 2019.. It's in the middle of town. That time after going to Ceria town (such a car free day), I walked to this museum. Entrance is free, but you can't take pictures or videos while in the museum, but in front of the lobby area can. So as soon as you go in, you can store things in the locker provided & it's free. It contains weapons, traditional clothes, history, and much more. Interested, right? That's why, for those of you who love the museum, it's a must come here.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written December 11, 2024
  • Franceskiko
    Bologna, Italy2,298 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The museum is open from 9am to 5pm except Fridays which is closed. X enter you have to remove your shoes and leave them at the entrance. Inside the museum the air conditioning is extremely strong. Good to have a sweatshirt. In the museum you will find all or gifts received during official visits + a reconstruction of the royal procession on the day of the coronation. Interesting but after a while and everything the same. Mq and to see. Cost x foreigners 5 Brunei dollars
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 23, 2024
  • TK_NGTT
    Yokohama, Japan4,248 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    You can learn about the history of the King of Brunei and the royal family. This spot clearly introduces the upbringing of the 29th King and the history of Brunei's independence through photos and panels. You can really feel the wealth of Brunei. In the center of the building, there is an actual Imperial carriage used in the coronation procession, and models of the people supporting it and photos of people at the time are printed on huge panels, making it easy to imagine the scale and greatness of the King. You can see gifts given to the King from all over the world. In addition, luxurious collections are on display. There is only one place where photography is prohibited. You can tell because there is a security guard there. The admission fee is $5.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written May 15, 2024
  • sdbblitar
    Indonesia200 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our group of 16 were toured around the galleries. It was a very Impressive tour and a must visit to learn about the leadership of the country and the various visits of dignitaries from other countries. The life size diorama of the coronation procession was awesome!
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written April 28, 2024
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Alex H
Port St. Mary, UK2,587 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
Worth a visit - entry is B$5 each and there is free storage lockers to hold little bags and waters (which you can’t bring in). The museum itself showcases lots of the gifts which the sultan has received over the years, as well as providing plenty of information about his life, interests and family. We thoroughly found it interesting and it’s worth a trip for an hour or so.
Written June 12, 2023
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cqfp123
Los Angeles, CA1,161 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Solo
If you want to feel really unwelcome, consider visiting this museum.
I arrived at 16:05 on a Thursday afternoon. The staff told me that it was too late, claiming that the ticket office was already closed, even though the posted opening hours are 09:00-17:00, with last visitor entry at 16:30. After I politely insisted pointing to the posted opening hours, they relented and let me in. You must leave shoes, umbrellas, etc. outside, and you get a pair of (re-used) slippers. There were three employees at the ticket office. The ticket costs 5 Bruneian dollars. I was allowed to take photos in the lobby, but no photos were allowed upstairs, even though there is no posted sign stating so. I was only allowed to see part of the museum, since the staff claimed that certain areas were already closed. Overall an ostentatious collection of objects and photos related to Sultan, most of which labeled in Malay only. Would visit only if you have nothing better to do.
Written September 21, 2023
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cristoph2010
Toronto1,343 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Friends
The Royal Regalia Museum provides a glimpse of Brunei's royalty. Here you'll find the "golden chariot", gifts given by various ambassadors, throne, ceremonial swords, artworks, etc. There are plenty of descriptions about the artifacts in Malay and English. It's free for locals to explore but it will cost five Brunei dollars for foreigners. You can leave your bag in a locker; before entering, you must leave your shoes on a rack outside. The building has a beautiful dome. I easily spent about two hours just looking at the various displays.
Written July 17, 2023
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Amina
Brisbane, Australia1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
HORRIBLE customer service. We arrived at 4:27 and the last entry is 4:30 for 5pm close. The staff had already locked the doors and refused to open to let us enter or even talk to us even though it was not closing time!
We came from very far and we could see them in the back huddled together looking at the door and refusing to speak to us or help us. We knocked on the door for so long and they didn’t help at all.
Written January 24, 2024
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mrc282
World9,939 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Solo
the royal regalia museum, along with brunei energy hub at the waterfront, provides the best overview of modern brunei.

there is the famous royal chariots at the reception hall, as well as exhibits related to various commemorations of the sultans, gifts from head of state, etc.

entry fee is $5. shoes removal is mandatory for the museum visit. locker is provided to store bags. no cameras are allowed beyond the lobby.
Written January 9, 2024
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Robbie W
London, UK5 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Specifically built to house the chariot and associated trappings for the current Sultan's coronation and silver jubilee ceremonial processions. The scale of which would make Cecil B de Mille blush! It also houses an array of gifts donated to the Sultan from foreign and local dignitaries, the majority of which you can see why he was happy not to have around the palace. Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines seem to specialise in gifting him appalling art. As with anything in Brunei relating to the Sultan the commentary is bordering on the hagiographical, but it is nonetheless an interesting glimpse into a gilded world where taste has clearly left the building.
Written January 5, 2020
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Umnada
Azaiba, Oman495 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Friends
If you are a history lover this is the place to visit. A stone through from the Raddison hotel , we spent almost 2 hrs learning all about Brunei and its ruling family. The items displayed go back to some 29 generations of the present Sultan. A lot to learn and see. The place is done up very plush and posh and looks like no expense has been spared to exhibit all there is, however on visiting the comfort rooms I found that the whole area has been totally neglected and does not meet up to the standard of what is being exhibited.
The doors of the toilets are so run down that they hardly close. Water on the floor, no toilet appear, soap or hand towels.
Sorry to say but really appalling to see. I hope someone will pay attention and correct this and this is meant as a positive complaint. It looks like there need to be someone checking on the hygiene of the back areas.
Please don't let me put anyone off of visiting that's only one aspect of what is a beautiful place to spend few hrs.
Written February 13, 2020
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Miza Talip
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam38 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019
Its a place where you can find out the history of brunei kingdom. Its also a place where you can learn the brunei tradition, the equipment, clothing that use during the official day in Brunei such as "Perarakan" for Sultan Birthday and etc. Also been displayhere is the gifts for the Sultan during his birthday from other ruler or country.
Written October 26, 2020
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Adam P
Trowbridge, UK4,766 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
Near the city centre and free to enter. Free locker provided. Covers mostly history of the coronation in 1967 and various jubilees. Quite interesting.
Written February 10, 2020
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Highroads Traveler
Philadelphia, PA958 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Solo
If you find yourself in Brunei, why not delve into the amazing world of the Sultan and the royal family? This museum has original artifacts and lavish gifts given to the Sultan and a great history of all 29 sultans that date back to the 13th century. It was a fun visit!
Written February 25, 2024
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