Oil and Gas Discovery Centre

The centre offers hands-on science workshops using a wide range of equipment and interactive models. Plus, they also offer technology workshops, robotic workshops, Young Scientist field trips and camps for different age groups. Aside from this, the centre also has many interesting events including art exhibitions, cartoon drawing, road safety campaigns, car displays, and go-carts. It is absolutely an ideal place that friends, families, and schools can learn from and at the same time enjoy in.

Location

The center is located in Simpang 16, Seria.

Opening Days and Hours

Opens daily from 8:30 to 12:00, and from 13:30 to 17:00.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to the Oil and Gas Discovery Centre ranges from USD 4 to USD 10.

How to Get There

Board a bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Seria.
In Seria, board a taxi to the Oil and Gas Discovery Centre.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/Backpackers
Couples
Families
Group

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit the Oil and Gas Discovery Centre is in the morning, from 8:00 to 12:00.

Food

Dining places located near the Oil and Gas Discovery Centre include the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Kaizen Japanese Restaurant, Burgers and Grills, Universal Cafe, Awira’s, Excapade Sushi, and Indah Damai Restaurant.

Nearby Attractions

Billionth Barrel Monument
Seria Mosque

Stay

Hotels in Seria, Brunei where you can find great accommodations include Roomz Hotel, Tat Place Hotel, The Swiss Hotel Apartment, NSEY Hotel, Hotel Sentosa, Keoja Hotel, and Plaza Sutera Biru. Rates range from USD 45 to USD 85.

This USD 97-million bridge named after the Sultan’s wife features dual carriageways and two interchanges that are adorned with a 157-metre tower in the centre and topped with an 8.7-metre diameter dome. This cable-stayed bridge is the first one in Brunei and is the second longest bridge in the world. The bridge that dominates the skyline over Brunei’s historic water village spans across Kampong Ayer and Jalan Residency. It is expected to ease the traffic congestion during peak hours as more than 18,000 motorists commute daily in these areas.

Location

Rajah Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge can be found in Jalan Residency, Bandar Seri Begawan.

Opening Days and Hours

The road is open daily, 24 hours.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entry to this attraction is completely free.

How to Get There

Fly to Bandar Seri Begawan via Royal Brunei Airlines.
Ask a guide to lead you to the Brunei river trail where you can find great views of the bridge.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/Backpackers
Couples
Families
Group

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

Rajah Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge is a popular tourist attraction in Bandar Seri Begawan. The best time to visit is during the afternoon – the sunset views are beautiful.

Food

Gwad Basha Arabic Restaurant, Thien Thien Restaurant, Nurwanita Thai Restaurant, Big Mama’s, Depot VLO, and Belluno Cafe are just some of the dining places to try.

Nearby Attractions

Istana Nurul Iman
Jerudong Park
Brunei Museum

Stay

For accommodations, you can head over to The Capital Residence Suites, Badi’ah Hotel, The Brunei Hotel, Times Hotel, Palm Garden Hotel, The Centrepoint Hotel, Jubilee Hotel, and Villa Dadap. Rates range from USD 55 to USD 100.

If you are curious about Brunei’s oil industry, there’s no other place to go than the Billionth Barrel Monument. Located in the heart of Seria, this landmark tells the history and the extravagant successes continually experienced by the country’s oil industry. The place is also an ideal spot for relaxation – the relaxing sea breeze is irresistible. Stunning views during the afternoon can be seen here – the exquisite sunset should not be missed here.

Location

The Billionth Barrel Monument is located in Seria, Brunei, 20 kilometres from the city centre.

Opening Days and Hours

The Billionth Barrel Monument is open daily, 24 hours.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to this attraction is completely free.

How to Get There

Board a bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Seria.
In Seria, board a taxi to the Billionth Barrel Monument.
Since transportation can be limited in Seria, renting a car in Bandar Seri Begawan is suggested.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/Backpackers
Couples
Families
Group

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit the Billionth Barrel Monument is during the afternoon. The sunset views here are magnificent.

Food

Dining places located near the Billionth Barrel Monument include Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Kaizen Japanese Restaurant, Burgers and Grills, Universal Cafe, Awira’s, Excapade Sushi, and Indah Damai Restaurant.

Nearby Attractions

Oil and Gas Discovery Centre
Seria Mosque

Stay

What do heads of states give as a gift to one of the world’s richest leaders? Guests can find the answer inside the Royal Regalia Museum. Photos are not allowed inside, and for good reason – luxurious gifts such as gold plated swords, chairs fit for a throne, silver Angkor Wat model from Cambodia, vases with diamond details, and other extravagant presents can be found here. A spectacular exhibit inside is a reenactment scene of soldier mannequins providing service to the sultan. Everything here feels larger and more expensive than life. Shoes are not allowed inside so guests are advised to bring socks.

Location

The Royal Regalia Museum is located in Jalan Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien, Bandar Seri Begawan.

Opening Days and Hours

The place is open from 9:00 to 17:00 from Saturday to Thursday, and 9:00 to 11:30 on Friday.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Admission to the Royal Regalia Museum is completely free.

How to Get There

Fly to Bandar Seri Begawan.
From the city centre, proceed to the Central Bus Station.
From the bus station, board a bus that passes in Jalan Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien.
You can also charter a taxi for this.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/Backpackers
Couples
Families
Group

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is one to two hours.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

Not a lot of people visit the Royal Regalia Museum. You can visit anytime you want.

Food

Gwad Basha Arabic Restaurant, Thien Thien Restaurant, Nurwanita Thai Restaurant, Big Mama’s, Depot VLO, and Belluno Cafe are just some of the dining places to try.

Nearby Attractions

Istana Nurul Iman
Jerudong Park
Brunei Museum

Stay

Home to more than 30,000 residents, Kampong Ayer is a community cluster made up of 42 stilt villages that have settled and flourished in Brunei River. 50 years ago, almost half of the Malay population resided here – a lot of the residents still prefer the river-side life up to now. Exploring Kampong Ayer will impress you – the community even has a police station, a mosque, its own fire brigade, and school. Kampong Ayer is just a glimpse of the rich and interesting culture and community of Brunei.

Location

Kampong Ayer is located in the banks of the Brunei river.

Opening Days and Hours

The place is open daily, 24 hours. However, visits are ideal during day time.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to this attraction is completely free.

How to Get There

Fly to Bandar Seri Begawan.
From the city centre, proceed to the city’s waterfront.
Board a boat to Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/ Backpackers
Couples
Families
Groups

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is one hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit is during the early morning – it gets really hot in the city around noon.

Food

Kaizen Sushi, Tamu Selera, Bob Ume, Food Zone, The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, KFC, and the Excapade Sushi, Roti Culture, and KTM Cafe House are some of the dining spots to try in Kampong Ayer.

Nearby Attractions

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque
Istana Nurul Iman
Jerudong Park
Brunei Museum

Stay

Opened in 2009, Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery has become the new home of five mini galleries that extensively narrate the interesting history of Kampong Ayer, the pre-oil Brunei, and the many changes that transpired after the oil boom in the country. Inside, you’ll find colourful exhibits of traditional fabric, paintings, and woodwork depicting the Bornean culture, and important cultural items that are aimed to be preserved and remembered. Set on a scenic location in the Kampong Ayer Village, visiting this attraction is a full cultural experience – not only will you get to see the history and culture, but you’ll also get to see the living community. Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery is a place not to be missed.

Location

Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery is located in Kampong Ayer Water Village.

Opening Days and Hours

The place is open from 9:00 to 17:00 from Saturday to Thursday, and 9:00 to 11:30 on Friday.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism gallery is completely free.

How to Get There

Fly to Bandar Seri Begawan.
From the city centre, proceed to the city’s waterfront.
Board a boat to Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery.

Suggested For

Solo Travellers/ Backpackers
Couples
Families
Group

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is one hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit is during the early morning – it gets really hot in the city around noon.

Food

Kaizen Sushi, Tamu Selera, Bob Ume, Food Zone, The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, KFC, and the Excapade Sushi, Roti Culture, and KTM Cafe House are some of the dining spots to try near Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery.

Nearby Attractions

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque
Istana Nurul Iman
Jerudong Park
Brunei Museum

Stay

To reach the cave, you just need to follow the signs, head up a rock track and arrive at a small open hall with tables and chairs on it. As you arrive in the place, you’ll not see any boards or tarps of activities you can do and how much you’ll pay for, instead you’ll see a monk carrying some torches who will be your guide. A few steps after the entrance on the cave you will see a statue of Buddha, a lot of rock formations, stalactites, and stalagmites that will all fill your vision. Be careful of bats – they aren’t always very friendly.

Once out, the monks who guided you inside the cave will take back the torches and offer you water to drink. They don’t collect any fee but be sure to still give some donations before you leave.

Location

Lub Lae Cave is located in Nong Phlap, Hua Hin District.

Opening Days and Hours

The cave is open 24 hours but tours are conducted from 8:00 to 16:00.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance is completely free. Donations are very much welcome.

How to Get There

Take the train from Bangkok to Hua Hin.
From Hua Hin, board a taxi to Lub Lua Cave.
You can also charter a car to Nong Phlap.

Suggested For

Solo travellers/backpackers
Couples
Groups
Families

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 1 hour.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Lua Lub cave is during the morning. The place is safe to visit during the early hours.

Activities

Cave Tour

Food

Apart from the many food stalls all over the market, you can also try McFarland House, The Museum Coffee and Tea Corner, Hin Lek Fai Restaurant, and I Rice Restaurant. Monks also provide free water for tourists.

Nearby Attractions

Mrigadayavan Palace
Sam Phan Nan Floating Market
Wat Khao Krailas

Stay

The Herbs Hua Hin, New Horton Hotel, Norndee Hotel, Royal Pavillion Hotel, Ayrest Hotel, Holiday Inn, and Hyatt Regency are some of the accommodations to choose from while in Hua Hin. Rates range from USD 30 to USD 150.

Basically, the place is divided into three parts – the wet and dry market, and stalls that will cook the seafood you ordered. The market is abundant with clams, squid, different fishes, crabs, and lobsters. After seafood shopping, you can head over to the restaurant of your choice – the place will then use the catch to make various dishes. The cooking process is quite simple – it’s either steamed, boiled or grilled with minimal seasoning. While some stalls offer additional options like cheese bake, it also cost more than the simpler ones. With cheap price tags, you can truly in fresh seafood goodness here.

Location

This seafood market is located in Pattaya-Nakluea Road, Pattaya, Thailand.

Opening Days and Hours

The Lanpho Nakluea Market is open from 6:00 in the morning up to 23:00.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to this famous dining spot is completely free.

How to Get There

Travel from Bangkok to Pattaya via train.
From Pattaya, board a taxi to Lanpho Nakluea Market.

Suggested For

Solo travellers/backpackers
Couples
Groups
Families

Time to Spend

Suggested time to spend in this attraction is 3 hours – 1 hour for seafood shopping and 2 hours for dining.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

If you want to enjoy the place without having to wait for tables, come before the rush hour. The ideal time to visit is 10:00 and 16:00.

Food

There are a considerable number of restaurants who will cook for you in this attraction.

Nearby Attractions

Walking Street Pattaya
Jomtien Beach
Sanctuary of Truth
Mini Siam

Stay

Accommodations near Walking Street Pattaya include P72 Hotel, Galaxy Suites, Hotel Beverly Plaza, The Sun Xclusive Hotel, Nova Platinum Hotel, W-14 Hotel, and Aya Boutique Pattaya.

First, you can binge-visit the Go-Go Bars and enjoy the entertainment and the rowdiness of the place. Then, you can binge-drink from the multiple bars in the vicinity; these bars feature great beer, be it local or international, lively music, enjoyable eats, and good ol’ priceless karaoke. These bars also have live-bands performing, so note that down. Of course, no vacation should end without feasting on delicious local dishes. Restaurants around the street offer a variety of seafood, meat, noodle, rice, and soup dishes. It doesn’t hurt that the dishes come with a refreshing mug of beer. Cafes are also gaining traction in the area; perfect for getting your senses back. Lastly, enjoy as you play a woo and guess game with the ladyboys of Walking Street. After such activities, refill that energy with the numerous budget and luxurious hotels surrounding the place – a satisfying conclusion to a tiresome adventure.

Location

The Walking Street is located in Pattaya South Beach Road, Pattaya, Thailand.

Opening Days and Hours

The place comes to life from 16:00 up to 4:00 in the morning.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to this place is free. Entrance fees of various establishments here vary.

How to Get There

Travel from Bangkok to Pattaya via train.
In Pattaya, you can board a Baht bus to Pattaya South Road.

Suggested For

Solo travellers/backpackers
Couples
Groups
Families

Time to Spend

If you’re planning to enjoy nightlife here, you can stay in this place for 5 hours. If you just want to see this attraction, 2 hours is enough.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

Pattaya Walking Street is popular with both locals and tourists who love parties. The best time to visit is between 19:00 to 1:00.

Food

Some of the restaurants to try include King Seafood, Sea Zone, Karma Indian Restaurant, Punjabi Tadka, White Pines Cafe, and Inli Grill. Street food is also aplenty in this place.

Stay

Accommodations near Walking Street Pattaya include P72 Hotel, Galaxy Suites, Hotel Beverly Plaza, The Sun Xclusive Hotel, Nova Platinum Hotel, W-14 Hotel, and Aya Boutique Pattaya.

Here in Pra Cha Rat, the market place is located on both sides of the canal banks – the entire area filled with various items ranging from food to intricate souvenirs. The area is divided into two zones – the temple yard and the garden. In both areas, stalls are selling food, local products, and fresh fruits and vegetables. All of these are affordable and organic. It is highly recommended to try the local delicacies and other Thai food so you can savour authentic local dishes that will surely not disappoint. After shopping, you can proceed to other activities like fish feeding and tour the nearby Attap palm tunnels.

Location

Pra Cha Rat Floating Market is located in Bang Bai Mai, Surat Thani.

Opening Days and Hours

The floating market is open daily from 9:00 to 15:00.

Entry Fee and Bookings

Entrance to this attraction is completely free.

How to Get There

Fly to Surat Thani via AirAsia.
Board a taxi or a shuttle service to the city centre.
Board a taxi to Khao Sok National Park.

Suggested For

Solo travellers/backpackers
Couples
Family
Groups

Time to Spend

Suggested duration in this attraction is 3 hours.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

The best time to visit the attraction is at 9:00. Large crowds and the perpetual Thailand heat are not present during the early opening hours.

Activities

Shopping
Tunnel tour

Food

There are various stalls in Pra Cha Rat selling local delicacies.

Nearby Attractions

Kho Lamphu
Khun Thale
Khao Tha Phet
Surat Thani Night Market

Stay

For accommodations, you can choose from Erawan Ville, Samui Buri Beach Resort, Villa Cha Cha Ko Phangan, Bo Phut Resort and Spa, Rin Beach Resort, and Bundhari Hotel are just some of the options around Surat Thani.