About Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur is Southeast Asia's largest museum dedicated to Islamic arts, located near the Perdana Botanical Gardens and National Mosque. Opened in 1998, it houses over 7,000 artefacts across 12 galleries spanning architecture, textiles, ceramics, manuscripts and metalwork from the Islamic world. Noted for its striking domed architecture and extensive collection, it serves as a major cultural and educational institution showcasing Islamic heritage.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a four-level museum building with 12 permanent galleries displaying ceramics, textiles, metalwork, jewellery, manuscripts, Qurans and architectural models from across the Islamic world. The setting features domed ceilings, arched galleries and detailed tilework near the Perdana Botanical Gardens. Visitors can view restored Ottoman room interiors, large-scale models of famous mosques, calligraphy and a dedicated children's area, with guided tours, a library, shop and restaurant available on site.
Key highlights
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12 permanent galleries with over 7,000 artefacts from the Islamic world
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Outstanding collection of Islamic calligraphy and Quran manuscripts
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Reconstructed Ottoman Syrian Room and detailed mosque architecture models
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Inverted dome ceiling and Islamic-inspired architecture of the museum building