Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Museum is located in the Istana Besar or Grand Palace. In 1864, the museum was specially commissioned by the Father of Modern Johor, His Royal Highness, Sultan Abu Bakar and became an architectual wonder when it completed in 1866.

The Grand Palace was built incorporated some of the Sultan’s creative ideas in its architecture. It is built in the Renaissance style, built in the Renaissance style, built by local artisans under the supervision of Europe architect.

In the early 1990, Johor’s present ruler, His Majesty Sultan Iskandar decides that the public should be given the opportunity to view the Royal Family’s collection in a proper museum setting. His Majesty consented that Grand Palace to be converted into a museum however still serves functions for the traditional royal and state ceremonial activities.

The Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Museum houses vast arrays of treasures, work of art, antiquities and furniture belonging to the Royal family. There is also a gallery that includes pictures of past and present rulers and a large collection of the Royal Family’s personal medals, Orders and Decorations.

Visit the museum today for an interesting historical journey of Johor's famous royal family. A variety of crytals, priceless vases, traditional Malay weapon, the State regalia, a numismatic collection, silver trophies and other family treasures within their natural setting.

Opening Hours :
Saturdays to Thursdays-9am to 5pm.

Visiting hours : 
Everyday except Fridays, 9.00 am till 5.00 pm. 
Ticket counter closes at 4.00 pm

Getting there:
Located within the palace grounds, the Royal Abu Bakar Museum is easily accessible from Jalan Air Molek and Jalan Ibrahim.

Address:
Muzium Diraja Sultan Abu Bakar
Jalan Seri Belukar
Kebun Merah
80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

GPS:
1.455286, 103.756402

Telephone:
+60-72230555

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