The National Textile Museum Malaysia officially opened in 2010 with the purpose of celebrating and preserving the country’s rich textile heritage.This place is not only renowned for its exhibitions, but also for the building itself, which is an old structure in Mughal–Islamic (Mughal-Islamic) or Indo–Saracenic architectural style, built in 1896 by architect Arthur Benison Hubback.The building is located between the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the Dayabumi Complex, making it one of the important historical landmarks of Kuala Lumpur. The interior exhibitions of the museum are divided into four main galleries, guiding visitors through the evolution of Malaysian textiles in depth.Pohon Budi Gallery presents the history of textiles, traditional tools, and ancient techniques used in fiber production and weaving.Pelangi Gallery displays traditional clothing and costumes of various Malaysian ethnic groups, including batik and Baba–Nyonya attire that reflects diverse cultural influences.Teluk Berantai Gallery focuses on Malay textile heritage, especially songket, which features intricate gold-thread embroidery, and Limar, known for its delicate craftsmanship.Ratna Sari Gallery exhibits gold, silver, bead jewelry, and handicrafts of different ethnic groups, showcasing their identity and aesthetics through the art of adornment.The experience of visiting this museum is to immerse yourself in the delicate craftsmanship and ancient artisan skills reflected through every fabric, motif, and piece of jewelry. The building’s high ceilings, arches, and detailed carvings make the visit full of elegance and a sense of timelessness.This place is suitable for history and architecture lovers, textile designers and fashion students, and cultural tourists who seek to understand Malaysia’s ethnic diversity through clothing and handicrafts.

• LRT : Masjid Jamek Station, then walk about 10–15 minutes to the museum.                                                                  
• Rapid KL Bus : Routes U4, U7, U13, U14, and U209 stop near Raja Road close to the museum.                                       
• Taxi or Grab : From KL Sentral or Bukit Bintang, the ride is short because the museum is in the city center.

Best time to visit :

• Visit during weekday mornings to avoid crowds; allocate about 1–2 hours to explore all four galleries.

Photography :

• The exterior with its colorful Moorish-style patterns, is a spot photographers should not miss for architectural shots.

Dress code advice :

• Dress modestly avoid overly short or revealing clothing such as very short pants or spaghetti-strap/tube tops.

Admission Fee : (Approximate prices, subject to change)

• Malaysian Visitors : Adult 2 Ringgit, Child (under 12) Free
• Foreign Visitors : Adult 5 Ringgit, Child 2 Ringgit.

Opening Hours :

• Open Daily : 09:00 AM. – 05:00 PM.
• Closed on the first two days of the Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha festivals.