Miri Half Day City Tour
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Miri is a Malaysian city on the northwest coast of the island of Borneo. At the Petroleum Museum, on Canada Hill, hands-on exhibits explore the region’s oil history. Outside is the Grand Old Lady, a 1910 oil well and local landmark. In the city center, vendors at Pasar Raya and Tamu Muhibbah markets offer fresh produce and handicrafts. Tua Pek Kong Temple has pillars carved with golden dragons.3 hours
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Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
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The Grand Old Lady
Canada Hill, Miri, Malaysia, 98000Pick up is at 9.00AM or 1.00PM. You will meet our friendly English Speaking driver at your hotel lobby.
Malaysia 1st Oil Well
The Grand Old Lady located at Canada Hill. It represents the petroleum history of Miri which is almost a century old and is one of the places of interest in Miri. This oil well is no longer in production of crude oil and it has been declared a protected historical site by the Sarawak Government. There is an observatory platform where visitors can have an excellent view of Miri City. Next to this oil well is the newly completed Petroleum Science Museum. Miraculously, the oil well was one of the very few structures that was spared from the bombings, fires and other attacks of World War II.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Petroleum Museum
Jabatan Muzium Sarawak, Canada Hill, Jln Oil Well No. 1, Miri, Malaysia, 98000Petroleum Museum has various exhibits that show us the history of the petroleum industry in Sarawak. The museum itself is a modern design, completed in 2005. Being partially financed by Petronas, Malaysia’s giant oil company, it bears some similarity to the Petrosains Museum in KLCC in Kuala Lumpur. Good place to get a bird’s eye view of Miri. You can see offshore oil rigs and oil supply vessels from here. This is an interesting museum for geology students or those wanting information on the history of oil exploration in Sarawak. Since it’s free and there’s not a great deal else to see in Miri, it should be on most tourists’ itineraries.20 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Miri Handicraft Centre
Cnr Jl Brooke & Jl Merbabu, Miri, Malaysia, 98000Miri Handicraft Centre showcases all sorts of unique and handmade art craft, T-shirts, bead work and many more. It is definitely a place that you must stop by to have a short shopping spree for native handicrafts before going back to your hometown. There are various stalls in the centre and so, the choices and options are uncountable with vibrant colors and unique crafting. These stalls are all run by individuals. Regularly, you can see the locals, mostly elderly, hand craft their products live on the spot. Besides crafting and bead work, there are more products selling in the centre including the Penan mats and bakestry items. Wood tied bracelet and necklace are to be seen around too. The building that houses the handicraft centre has rich historical means as it is previously functioned as the Community Hall of Miri state.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
The Tua Pek Kong Temple is a dedicated to the deity most beloved by overseas Chinese. According to local legend, work started in the temple in 1913, in order to give thanks to the deity for helping to end a mysterious epidemic. The temple is situated right next to the Miri Fish Market, where the local catch is landed early every morning. An enormous variety of fresh fish and seafood is sold here.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Tamu Khas is the native market, where a variety of stalls are selling various tropical fruits and vegetables. Among the favourites are Ikan Terubok Masin, Bario Rice & salt.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Lian Hua San Ching Tien Temple
Jalan Chong Poh, Miri, Malaysia, 98000Taoist temple – San Ching Tian temple was one of the largest Taoist temples in Southeast Asia. The superb red roof, elegant lotus design and the delightful wind chimes make this a very impressive and atmospheric place of worship.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Coco Cabana
Marina Bay, Miri, Malaysia, 98000Coco Cabana is the latest landmark of Miri which houses the 25 meters high seahorse light house. Besides that, you can find varieties of local food stalls (only open from late evening). Enjoy the local food while having a magnificent view of the South China Sea during sunset.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We will pick up all travelers from hotels located in Miri City Center only.Pick up surcharge do applies for pick up more than 6km radius from City Centre. Additional MYR 150 need to pay direct to driver upon the service.
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Insect repellent, good trekking shoes, swimwear, umbrella and hat or cap is required for the trip.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- 30% SURCHARGE DURING FESTIVE SEASON "Chinese New Year" "Hari Raya Aldilfitri" "Hari Gawai Dayak" "Christmas Day"
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelPlease wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before specified time on this voucher to start Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point Hotline: 017 8363933 (Florence), 013 8093939 (Aaron), 08 5428899.Cancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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