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Straits and Oriental Museum Tickets

Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore Malaysia's premier cultural center with this ticket to the Straits and Oriental Museum. This venue combines a museum, art gallery, restaurant, gift shop, café, and bar, offering a comprehensive...

Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore Malaysia's premier cultural center with this ticket to the Straits and Oriental Museum. This venue combines a museum, art gallery, restaurant, gift shop, café, and bar, offering a comprehensive cultural experience.

Description

At the Straits and Oriental Museum, you can enjoy various offerings: a museum, art gallery, restaurant, café, bar, and gift shop. This venue, the first cultural center of Malaysia and Penang, provides a chance to explore the history, cuisine, and culture of both the country and the island. The museum showcases ancient ceramics retrieved from shipwrecks, featuring artifacts from notable wrecks including the Wanli, the Turiang, the Royal Nanhai, the Nanyang, the Xuande, and the Desaru.

Located within the St. Jo's building, previously known as St. Joseph's Novitiate, the museum holds a unique place in Penang's heritage, featuring a chapel with stained glass windows. This museum is recommended for its blend of cultural and historical treasures.

Schedule

Straits and Oriental Museum is open from 10 am to 7 pm, Monday to Sunday. This schedule is subject to change.

Prices

Included

  • Admission to the Straits & Oriental Museum

Location

Activity location

Gurney Plaza, Jalan Kelawai, 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

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