[2025 Labuan Attraction] Travel Guide for Labuan Chimney Museum (Updated Aug)

Preparation - Documents: Prepare a valid passport and a Malaysia visa. If you apply for an e-visa, print it in advance. - Clothing: Prepare light and breathable summer clothes, such as short sleeves, shorts, and skirts. Also bring a sun-protective jacket and a thin coat. - Other items: Bring common medicines, high SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, a sun hat, a swimsuit, a power bank, etc. Transportation - External transportation: You can fly to Kuala Lumpur or Kota Kinabalu first, and then transfer to Labuan. You can also take a ferry from Kota Kinabalu. - Internal transportation: You can rent a car, take a taxi, or ride a motorcycle on the island. An international driver's license is required for car rental. Attractions - Labuan Bird Park: The ticket is cheap, and you can get close to peacocks. - Chimney Museum: The 30-meter-high brick chimney is a landmark of Labuan. The museum displays the local coal mining history of the 19th century. - Batu Manikar Beach: The beach is clean, and the sunset view is beautiful. There are thatched pavilions in the food center nearby. - Labuan Marine Museum: It displays a variety of marine specimens, such as corals and the skeleton of an Indian fin whale. - Labuan Geopark: It has unique geological landscapes. You cannot enter the park due to the fence protection, but you can take photos outside. Food - Seafood: Such as baked lobster with cream, black pepper crab, and steamed grouper. - Malaysian specialties: Satay, curry chicken, nasi lemak, and the unique Tuna Satay. - Chinese food: Local Chinese restaurants offer a variety of Chinese dishes, such as fried rice, fried noodles, sweet and sour pork ribs, etc. Accommodation - Palm Beach Resort & Spa: The rooms are spacious and comfortable. It offers spa services and sunrise and sunset views. - Other hotels and homestays: You can choose a hotel or homestay that suits your budget and needs on major travel platforms. Travel Itinerary - 3-day tour: Visit Labuan Bird Park, Chimney Museum, and Batu Manikar Beach on the first day; visit the War Cemetery, Labuan Marine Museum, Labuan Museum, and Tip Of Tanjung Kubong on the second day; visit Labuan Geopark, Pohan Batu Beach, and Peace Park on the third day. - 5-day tour: Follow the 3-day tour itinerary for the first three days, arrange diving or fishing on the fourth day, and go shopping or relax in the hotel on the fifth day.

Labuan blends tranquil charm with rich history and coastal adventure! Wander through its serene War Memorial and discover echoes of the past at the Chimney Museum. Stroll along pristine beaches and savor fresh seafood delights by the sea. Don’t miss a boat ride to explore nearby marine parks teeming with vibrant reefs. Labuan’s unique mix of culture, history, and natural beauty makes it an ideal weekend escape for every traveler! #weekendgetaways

Getting There - Took about 15 minutes of driving along the 12 KM from Labuan airport. Attractions - The museum exhibits about the history of coal mining in Labuan during the British era. People usually come here to see the iconic Chimney. Hotels - Tiara Labuan Hotel is the nearest to the Chimney Museum. Food & Restaurants - So far there's no restaurant only a vending machine that sells drinks. #awesomepic #labuan #chimney #british #colonialtimes #history

Interesting places to explore in Labuan - Labuan Bird Park, Chimney Museum, Bebuloh Water Village

The beautiful scenery of Wp Labuan made us forget all our pains and difficulties. We got mesmerized by the beautiful view of the Chimney surrounded by sea. The villages was surrounded by hills known as Chimney hiking trails and Bukit Kubong. Wp Labuan was a beautiful places to visit, clean and peaceful island.