Bandar Seri Begawan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

magnificent 5 million USD Sultan Mosque

the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is located in Brunei Darussalam country’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. Islam is the religion of around 2/3 of the country and this is the place to pray Allah. The architecture is magnificent! Marble imported from Italy, crystal chandeliers from England, etc etc…and even pure gold dome. #2023travelwish #lucaworldtraveler

Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque

It is one of the largest and oldest mosques in Brunei. The mosque serves as a symbol of the Islamic faith in Brunei. And this is Aliff first vacation in here 🥰🥰 #familytrip #awesomemoment #thefamsvacay

Beautiful Mosque in Brunei

#celebratewithtrip A must visit. It’s absolutely stunning. Considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Asia Pacific. It’s an icon of Brunei and well worth visiting. Such a beautiful and tranquil place nestled in the city. You can enter to view the interior at certain hours of the day (check beforehand). You’ll be given robes to wear at the entrance. Otherwise, you can also walk around the grounds.

A Must Go Landmark for Toursist in Brunei

The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is a signature Brunei Landmark, one of the oldest mosque named after the 28th Sultan of Brunei Darussalam. It is located in the heart of the city, Bandar Seri Begawan at Jalan McArthur, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8711. The mosque's golden dome are covered in real gold leaf. The mosque has a 52m-high minaret makes it the tallest building in central of Bandar Seri Begawan. The mosque has a ceremonial stone boat sitting in the lagoon is a replica of a 16th-century mahligai (royal barge). I arrived there in the evening. There is a park named Taman Mahkota Julbi Emas, located at the back of the mosque becomes the happening centre of city life in Bandar. Whenever the weather is good, can see individuals and families gather to walk, jog, and fly kites. Behind the park, there is a footbridge leads over the Kedayan River to the stilt water villages on the Sungai Brunei. #bucketlistreboot #soasmosque #brunei #bandarseribegawan

Exploring the Richness of the Royal Realm

Visiting Brunei was an enriching experience, especially the visits to the iconic mosques and museums. The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is a marvel of modern Islamic architecture, with its majestic dome and minarets reflecting beautifully on the surrounding lagoon. Equally impressive is the Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, which stands as a testament to Brunei’s deep Islamic faith. The museums, particularly the Royal Regalia Museum, offered a glimpse into the sultanate’s regal history and culture. The collection of ceremonial regalia and gifts to the Sultan is truly awe-inspiring. Each exhibit tells a story of Brunei’s rich heritage and the nation’s journey through time. Overall, the serenity of the mosques and the splendor of the museums made my visit to Brunei a memorable journey into the heart of Malay culture and Islamic tradition.

Controversial country Brunei

#freehotelstay Jom #WanderWithDevi to Brunei🇧🇳 . My 3D2N Brunei itinerary : ✅ Rent a car with @hidden_warehouse $76 for 2 Days ✅ Royal Regalia Museum (closed on Fridays) $5 ✅ Gadong Town (check out their daily Night Market) ✅ Kampung Ayer ($1 boat ride 1 way, ❌ round tour) ✅ Teng Yun Temple ✅ Jerudong Beach ✅ Empire Brunei ✅ Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque Also check out : ✅ Istana Nurul Iman ✅ Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque ✅ The Frame ✅ Waterfront ✅ Kianggeh Market ✅ Bandarku Ceria (Sundays morning) ✅Tasek Lama ✅ Shahbandar Reserve ✅ Ulu Temburong National Park You can fly with @royalbruneiair or @flyairasia to Brunei and i truly enjoy Brunei @brunei.tourism with its friendly people, inexpensive delicious food (You can still find Nasi Katok for $1 at Gadong town, nature preserve, clean road and felt like stepping back in time to a nice neighbourhood. Most people speaks English and Malay so getting around is pretty easy and ease. By the way this trip was not sponsored. Follow me for more #wanderwithdevi hotspots, hidden gems, cool stuff activities you can do ! #d44Project #brunei #bruneiwedding #bruneidarussalam #bruneidaily #bruneiitinerary #bruneiattraction

The richness of the nation's heritage.

#2024wish Exploring The Royal Regalia Museum in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, was a journey into the opulent history of the Sultanate. The museum's captivating showcase of royal artifacts immersed me in the grandeur of Brunei's monarchy. Elaborate ceremonial costumes, regal chariots, and intricately crafted jewelry revealed the richness of the nation's heritage. Each exhibit painted a vivid picture of the Sultan's jubilees and coronation ceremonies, showcasing the cultural tapestry woven into Brunei's regal traditions. The impressive collection echoed the significance of the royal legacy, offering a glimpse into the splendor that has defined the Sultanate over the years. The Royal Regalia Museum stands as a living testament to Brunei's majestic past and its enduring cultural heritage. In 2024, I wish to visit Perth.

The Royal!

Experiencing the history and culture in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei. We were able to explore Brunei when we had our trip to Bali because of the lay over. We had 24 hours to enjoy and explore a little bit of Bandar Seri. We went to few mosques and they were all great. I think Brunei is a peaceful nation. It's small to have sophisticated infrastructures. But it's got plenty going for it: good security, clean air, beautiful mosques and more. The Royal Regalia Museum is a well kept and well documented look at the Bruneian Sultan's life and successes. #tripinspired #tripmoments #mytripvlog #brunei #royalpalace

world’s biggest settlement on stilts

Kampong Ayer water village is located in Brunei Darussalam country’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. There are around 4000 buildings, including houses, schools, hospitals, mosques and markets. About 30000 people living here, many of them are fishermen. It has a long history: more than a thousand years! A wood bridge connect the buildings. #2023travelwish #lucaworldtraveler

Kampong Ayer

Last weekend i stayed at Bandar Seri Begawan.The capital of Brunei.I had a chance to visit one of the must-see places here.That is "Kampong Ayer". A kampong is a traditional Malay water village, where many homes are built on poles over rivers and waterways. I found it to be a very interesting place.Real lives are living here.Fishermen, Villagers, Mosque, Schools, Play area. I took the boat from Waterfront.It costs 1 BND or 1 SGD per one way. #brunei #travel #asiatrip #asiantraveller #urbanexplorer #vacation #asia #village #photography #travelinspiration #tripmoments #mytripvlog #awesomepic

Kampong Ayer

#celebratewithtrip A must visit when in Brunei. The world's biggest water village, and has been here since the 11th century. One of the highlights of Brunei Opposite promenade allows a very scenic view of Kg Ayer and also a motivating jogging route. It is really interesting to see an entire village (really many) all built on the water. It is a very different way of life, just across from modern Bandar main area. You can do a boat tour, but can also take a boat across for about $1 and then walk through the houses. Exciting experience of sight-hunting for the Probosis Monkeys, crocodiles and other wild mangroved animals We saw some Kimodo dragons in trees, a fire station and some schools.

Great for a quick visit to an unusual way of living. This large village on the water is a testament to the imagination and perseverance of humanity. Very photogenic. Avoid hotel tours, hire the boatman directly. Locals pay $10 Brunei per pax,we negotiated a tourist price of $15. Worth the ride. #givethanks #givethanks

Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

#exploreasia This is the first pitstop when we arrived in Brunei as it is just 10 minutes away from Brunei International Airport. Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque is a mosque in Kampong Kiarong of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. It is named after Hassanal Bolkiah, the 29th and current Sultan of Brunei. It is one of the two state mosques, the other Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque was established on 14 July 1994 and it is the largest mosque in the country and can accommodate 5,000 worshippers at a time. We were impressed with the design and facilities of this mosque. Very unique and have their own stories. #couplestrip #brunei

Jame' Asr Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque

#celebratewithtrip Jame' Asr Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque is a mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. One of the most beautiful mosque in South East Asia. It is one of the two national mosques, the other being Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. Very unique, beautiful, interesting place to visit! In terms of architecture, this is totally stunning. Well worth to visit. #brunei #couplestrip

The Jame asr' Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

The Jame asr' Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque is considered to be a masterpiece of modern Islamic Architecture throughout South Asia. The mosque's architecture shows influences of the Turkish style, with its four tall minarets towering over the golden domes. These are throw back photos. We had a trip to Bali last year and had 24 hours lay over in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. We decided to seize that opportunity to explore a bit although it was already around 1am when we arrived at the hotel, my boyfriend and I decided to go for a walk and look around this city. We have searched that it's a safe place so we didn't worry much about it. And so, we decided to use google map to find this mosque and luckily it's just near where we stayed. It really looked stunning especially at that time since no one was around. We weren't able to get inside though. #tripinspired #tripmoments #brunei #mosque #tripcom #explore

At the King’s Mosque they have separate entrance for the royal family. Men and women pray separately I just found out maybe this is normal for muslims. Photography is not allowed inside the mosque but i can say it was beautifully decorated Narra from the Philippines, chandeliers from Vienna, marble from Italy, carpet from Persia, metals from Australia and our guide mentioned the altar is gold. The room is air conditioned and they provide long robes for non-muslim tourists even if we were within dress code. #givethanks #givethanks

Beautiful moment at DaDap Hill Brunei

With early fresh cool air easily get wake up your laziness feeling in the morning. As a hikers there's no doubt Dadap Hill Natural Jungle is one of the best place for hiking purposes. #awesomepic

love Brunei Darussalam ( Dadap Hill )

I am here strongly to recommend you guys about among the best Natural Hill at city of Brunei 🇧🇳

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Hi guys, What a wonderful fresh air scene in the morning of Brunei Darussalam.