What makes it 58% Baby-Friendly: Babies are admitted and corridors allow strollers and lifts, yet no nursing room or changing table, long walks and quiet galleries may challenge caregivers; confirm facilities first.
Why 2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to see the main galleries, join a guided tour, and take breaks for your baby.
Entrance Murals:
Admire the traditional Malay palace façade and two Italian glass-mosaic murals.
Tip: Visit in the morning when light is best and crowds are smaller.
Gallery Stroll:
Walk through Galleries A–D to see Malaysia’s history from prehistoric to modern times.
Tip: Use the wide ramps and take breaks at benches to calm your baby.
Free Guided Tour:
Join the 10:00 am volunteer-led tour on weekdays for live narration.
Tip: Book ahead or arrive 10 minutes early to secure stroller space.
Cafeteria Break:
Relax at the on-site café with local coffee and snacks.
Tip: Ask staff for a high chair and bring your own baby food for convenience.

Din Saint
There are a total of 4 exhibition galleries split into 2 levels. Gallery A was great, showcasing the prehistoric era, however, same cannot be said for the subsequent galleries. Even though the exhibits were interesting, the lack of air-conditioning was ruining it. It was not condusive to enjoy the displays and ended up rushing to finish viewing. The rest room / toilet is not convenient as you have...
JIM LEE
In a short walking distance from the KL central station. 4 sections of department tells a history of war, people and culture in Malaysia. It was a good place to stop by, tour around and learn a history. Quiet, short trip and ticket purchasing required.
Nik Hanies NA
The Pameran Fabrik ASEAN exhibition is worth a visit, especially since admission is free. The exhibition explores the cultural tapestry of the region under the theme of “different but similar,” a highly apt description for the member countries of ASEAN. A highlight is the engaging interactive photo booth. Visitors can select a specific country and background to generate a digital portrait featuri...
Nurliyana Zahidah
Me and my dad visits Muzium Negara on early October when they held an event of Temasya Riuh Sekampung. Buying ticket process and entering the main entrance was smooth. The interior design of the building are quite fascinating. There are 2 floor level. Each floor consist two gallery. The artifcats shown about the early age of human until what Malaysia had today. Some parts are interactive which mak...
Saiful Nizam
I went to Muzium Negara with my kid last Saturday. There was some kind of carnival going on around the area — not sure what it was about, and honestly, I didn’t bother much. The entrance fee was RM2 for adults, while kids below 12 get in for free. It’s been more than 20 years since I last visited this place, so I was quite curious to see what has changed — and thought it’d be a good little tour f...
Afternoon showers are common November to March; bring a rain cover for the stroller and plan indoor breaks.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 Adult Admission Fees | MYR 10 |
| Car Park (2 hours) | MYR 5 |
| Cafeteria Snacks | MYR 20 |
| Souvenirs | MYR 30 |
| Total Estimated | MYR 65 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Department of Museum, Jln Damansara, Tasik Perdana, 50566 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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