Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia (IAMM) is one of Kuala Lumpur’s best indoor attractions—beautiful architecture, calm galleries, and a world-class collection spanning 1,400 years of Islamic art across 12 permanent galleries.
Why it’s worth visiting ✅
IAMM sits next to KL’s “green lung” (Perdana Botanical Garden) and beside Masjid Negara (National Mosque)—so it’s easy to combine into a single cultural route.
Inside, you’ll see everything from Qur’an manuscripts and textiles to ceramics, metalwork, jewellery, and architecture models—presented in a very “premium museum” way.
Opening hours & closed days ⏱️
- Galleries: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (daily)
- During Ramadan: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Last entry: 5:30 PM
- Closed only on: Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha
- Booking: no booking required for general visits
Ticket prices 🎟️💳
You buy tickets at the museum lobby counter.
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | RM20 |
| Student | RM10 |
| Senior (Malaysian) | RM10 |
| Senior (Non-Malaysian) | RM20 |
| Child under 6 | Free |
Students must show a valid ID; payments can be cash or card.
What to see inside (don’t miss these) 🏛️✨
1) The building itself (domes + tiles) 📸
The museum’s look is part of the experience: the turquoise domes and Iranian-crafted tilework make it one of KL’s most photogenic cultural buildings.
2) 12 permanent galleries (best picks) ✅
IAMM’s permanent collection is arranged into themed galleries—great “choose your interests” museum design.
Top crowd-pleasers:
- Qur’an & Manuscript Gallery (calligraphy + manuscripts)
- Architecture Gallery (models + design details)
- Textile / Ceramics / Metalwork (huge variety, very visual)
- China / India / Malay World galleries (strong Asia focus)
3) The scale of the collection 🔎
IAMM occupies 30,000 m² and houses 10,000+ artefacts.
How to get there 🚆🚌🚖
Address: Jalan Lembah Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur (near Perdana Botanical Garden & Masjid Negara).
By rail (official “nearest stations”) 🚇
- Pasar Seni (LRT & MRT): ~10-minute walk past Masjid Negara
- Kuala Lumpur station (KTM Komuter & ETS): ~5-minute walk past Masjid Negara
- Muzium Negara (MRT): ~20-minute walk
- KL Sentral: ~5-minute taxi/e-hailing ride
By bus 🚌
- GoKL CityBus (free): stops by Masjid Negara & Dayabumi on the Red Route
By taxi / Grab 🚖
Set drop-off to “Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia (Front Entrance)” (or Malay: “Muzium Kesenian Islam Malaysia (Pintu Hadapan)”).
✈️ Airport Connections: KLIA / KLIA2 → IAMM (fast routes)
Option A (simplest): KLIA Ekspres → KL Sentral → Grab ✅
- Take KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral (KLIA T1 → KL Sentral is 28 minutes).
- From KL Sentral, take Grab/taxi ~5 minutes to IAMM.
Option B (public transport + short walk): Rail → Pasar Seni / KL station
Use the rail network to reach Pasar Seni (10-min walk) or Kuala Lumpur station (5-min walk), then walk past Masjid Negara to the museum.
Practical tips (so the visit feels perfect) ✅⚠️
- Plan 2–3 hours if you want to enjoy multiple galleries without rushing.
- Arrive before 4:30 PM if you want a relaxed visit (last entry is 5:30 PM).
- MOZA Restaurant is temporarily closed for renovation (reopening is expected around end of March / April 2026).
FAQ ❓
Do I need to book?
No—general visits don’t require booking.
Is it open every day?
Yes, daily; it closes only on Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha.
What’s the best public-transport stop?
Officially: Pasar Seni (LRT/MRT) or Kuala Lumpur station (KTM/ETS), then a short walk past Masjid Negara.
Conclusion
If you want a high-quality museum day in KL—cool, quiet, visually stunning, and genuinely memorable—Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is an easy top pick. Combine it with Masjid Negara + the nearby gardens for a perfect half-day cultural route.
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