Perak Museum (Muzium Perak)

Overview

The Perak Museum, established in 1883, is the oldest museum in Malaysia. It houses a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits showcasing the history and culture of Perak and Malaysia.

The Perak Museum is significant as it is the oldest museum in Malaysia and holds important historical and cultural artifacts of the region.

History Culture Archaeology

Location

Address

Jalan Taming Sari, Taiping, Perak

Neighborhood: Taiping town center

Coordinates

4.858100, 100.738900

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

20 MYR

Children

12 MYR

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Typical Costs

entry 20 MYR

parking 5 MYR

food 15 MYR

souvenirs 20 MYR

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Perak Museum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Sultan Azlan Shah Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

40 MYR 30 min

public_transport

5 MYR 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

1.50 MYR 20 min

taxi

10 MYR 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Sana mana

how_much Berapa

beautiful Cantik

ticket Tiket

Guide Languages: English, Malay

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#perakmuseum #taiping #malaysiamuseums

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Taiping Lake Gardens

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Park

Maxwell Hill (Bukit Larut)

Distance: 10km

Walking: 15 min by car

Type: Nature Reserve

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+605-807-2589

info@muzeumpenang.gov.my

www.muzeumpenang.gov.my

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