Museums and galleries in Chinatown
Most recommended: +n by UR-MU (46 people), Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia (43) and Royal Selangor Gallery (38).
8 places for history, art and exhibitions, ranked by how many different visitors recommend them. Most cost about RM5 to RM20 a person.
Swipe through ChinatownThe 8 most recommended
- 1+n by UR-MUMalaysian art on identity, protest and politics in a small Chinatown gallery.46
people - 2Islamic Arts Museum MalaysiaMosque models, old manuscripts and fine textiles in quiet, well-kept galleries.43
people - 3Royal Selangor GalleryLearn how pewter is made on a guided tour with hands-on displays.38
people - 4Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art GalleryLearn about money through currency displays and hands-on exhibits, fun for families.36
people - 5Seri NegaraTour a restored mansion with guides who bring Malaysia's road to independence to life.35
people - 6National Textiles MuseumLearn how Malaysian fabrics are made and worn, inside a handsome heritage building.29
people - 7Art House Gallery Museum of Ethnic ArtsBig private collection of Borneo art and objects, with staff who explain the stories.17
people - 8Merdeka Textile MuseumSee lovely old fabrics and outfits, with clear stories about Malaysia's past.11
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- Listed open till 11pm or later
- Merdeka Textile Museum
- Free to get in
- Royal Selangor Gallery, Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery
Counts different people who recommend each place in public reviews, read up to 23 October 2026. Never paid. How we pick places