Malaysia

Impressive Tourist Spots to See and Thing to Do in Seremban

Seremban is the capital of Negeri Sembilan State in Malaysia. The city is situated just south of Putrajaya. There are numerous places to visit in Seremban as well as a few around it. One of the biggest Seremban attractions is Gunung Angsi hill. The hill is frequented by several visitors looking for adventure and outdoor things to do in Seremban. The hill also has great cultural significance. You will find a beautiful buddhist temple on this hill named Sze Koon Temple, which itself is among the most popular things to see in Seremban. Another major recreational attraction to explore during Seremban day trip is Jeram Too Forest Recreational Park.

Majority of Seremban tourist attractions pertaining to culture and history are situated inside the city.  Seremban sightseeing will take you to temples, churches, mosques, museums and palaces. As with most of Malaysia, you will see people of several faiths living in harmony in this city as well. Many of the places of worship have become Seremban tourist spot for various reasons. Some of these Seremban places of interest are known for their architecture, some of their interior decor, some for their history and some even for their miraculous legends.

All in all, Seremban trip will have you experience a lot.

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Top Tourist Places to Visit in Seremban

1. Gunung Angsi

If you visit Seremban, you can’t leave without exploring the highest peak around it. If you are looking for outdoor things to do in Seremban like hiking, trekking or camping. This mountain is the place to be. You should keep aside about half a day to explore the mountain. Consider it a Seremban day trip into nature.

Gunung Angsi

2. Wisma Negeri Seremban Cultural Complex

If you are looking for places to visit in Seremban which offer cultural indulgence, the this is where you should be. This complex has 3 different buildings which provide great insight into the culture, heritage and traditions of the people of the region. You would need 1 hour at least for this complex.

Wisma Negeri Seremban Cultural Complex

3. Then Sze Koon Temple (Centipede Temple)

Also known as Centipede Temple, this buddhist temple is situated on Gunung Angsi. It is sort of a pilgrimage journey to explore this temple. Unlike other Seremban attractions, you will need to work your way up 260 stairs to reach this temple. You can merge this temple with your trip to Gunung Angsi. Independently, it will take you an hour to explore this temple.

Then Sze Koon Temple

4. Jelita Ostrich Farm

This farm is among the most unique Seremban tourist attractions. It allows you to see and interact with ostriches of varying age and sizes. It is a unique and memorable experience to have during Seremban travel. You should keep 2 hours for this farm.

5. Tuanku Ja’afar Royal Gallery (Galeria Diraja Tuanku Ja’afar)

This Royal Gallery tells about the history of kings, queens and other aspects of royal family of the state. This is an important aspect of getting to known the region and hence an important stop during Seremban sightseeing. You will need a couple hours for this gallery.

Tuanku Ja'afar Royal Gallery

6. Lake Garden (Taman Tasik Seremban)

The lake garden is among a well known tourist spot in Seremban for visitors as well as locals. It is leisurely place to enjoy a nice walk and observe the people around. You should keep aside 30 to 45 minutes of Seremban trip for this garden.

Lake Garden

7. Jeram Toi Forest Eco Park

This recreational forest park will require you to make a 28 km Seremban day trip. For those looking to go hiking or camping, this park will be a true delight. As far as natural beauty is concerned this park is among the most wonderful things to see in Seremban. You would again need half a day to enjoy this park.

Jeram Toi Forest Eco Park

8. Sri Balathandayuthapani Temple

The temple was built in 1895 and is one of the most interesting places in Seremban. The intricately carved temple has several features which enamor its visitors including a chariot decorated with 2.5 kg of gold. You would need 30 to 45 minutes for this temple.

Sri Bala Thandayuthapani Temple

9. Masjid Sri Sendayan

This large white mosque is one of the most beautiful ones in the state. Its tall minarets and central dome can be seen from quite a distance. It is also among major Seremban places of interest. You would need 20 to 30 minutes to explore this mosque.

10. Istana Seri Menanti

This palace complex comprises of 3 places and each is among popular places to go in Seremban for various reasons. Each of these 3 palaces have history of their own and exhibit several aspects of history of the state as well as its rulers. You will need 2 to 3 hours to explore them.

Istana Seri Menanti

11. Negeri Sembilan Craft Complex (Kompleks Kraf Negeri Sembilan)

This stately home exhibits several items of Malaysian handicraft like bamboo products, ceramics, glassware, batik garments and so on. It is also among best places to visit in Seremban for souvenir shopping.

12. Minangkabau State Museum

The state museum displays various artifacts and cultural items from Sembilan State. In the same complex you will find wooden houses of Minangkabau culture. Inside these houses there are several interesting things to see in Seremban pertaining to that culture and its people. You will need 2 hours to explore them.

Minangkabau State Museum

In the section below we have prepared an exhaustive list of all the things to do and places to visit in Seremban.

Things to do in Seremban

Monuments, Museums & Historical Places to Visit in Seremban

  1. Istana Seri Menanti
  2. Masjid Sri Sendayan
  3. Centipede Temple
  4. Lembaga Muzium Negeri Sembilan
  5. Royal Gallery Tuanku Ja’afar
  6. Then Sze Kool Temple
  7. Negeri Sembilan State Museum
  8.  Church of the Visitation
  9. Masjid Negeri Seremban
  10. Masjid Jamek Bandar
  11. Sri Balathandayuthapani Temple
  12. Masjid Jamek Dato Petra
  13. Seremban Heritage Trail
  14. Kariah Pantai Walk
  15. Kompleks al Saadah
  16. Ru Lai Fo Buddha Temple
  17. Masjid Jamek Rahang
  18. Masjid Jamek Dato Bdr Hj Ahmad
  19. Kompleks Kraf Negeri Seremban
  20. Wesley Methodist Church
  21. Arulmighu Maha Sapthakanniga Devi Temple (Virgin’s Temple)
  22. Chettiar Temple

Nature & Wildlife Tourist Spots in Seremban

  1. Gunung Angsi
  2. Hutan Lipur Jeram Toi
  3. Bukit Putus
  4. Gunung Berembun
  5. Bukit Galla
  6. Bukit Bal Sendayan
  7. Lenggeng Forest Reserve
  8. Jeram Tebrau
  9. Lenggeng Recreational Park
  10. Pokok Getah Pertama Negeri
  11. Bukit Penda
  12. Bukit Gangis

Entertainment & Leisure Tourist Spots in Seremban

  1. Jelita Ostrich Farm
  2. Taman Tasik Seremban
  3. Rantau Eco Park
  4. Rabbit Fun Land
  5. S2 Seremban Hill Park
  6. Lorong Seni Street Art
  7. Taman Rekreasi Air
  8. Orchid Conservatory

Shopping in Seremban

  1. Pasar Besar
  2. Palm Mall
  3. The Sandalwood
  4. Seremban Gateway Mall
  5. Kampung Baru Sunday Market

Offbeat Places, Tours, & Adventure in Seremban

  1. Hiking
  2. Trekking
  3. Mountaineering
  4. Camping

Food, Dining, Restaurants, & Street Food in Seremban

  1. Sungai Ujong
  2. Empayar Seremban Siew Pau
  3. Whale Time Coffee
  4. Melido
  5. Marcus Bakery
  6. Hiong Kee Mee Hoon Sotong
  7. Bro’s Cafe
  8. Lucky Seafood
  9. Big Mouth Cafe
  10. Yee Kee Beef Noodles
  11. Ichigou Canteen
  12. Yi Poh
  13. Coffeeholic
  14. Tow Kee
  15. Just Koffea
  16. The Gift Tilapia
  17. N9 Stick Factory
  18. Asia Laksa
  19. The Muffin House
  20. Kau Kee Laksa
  21. Sin Yit Sing
  22. Kedai Siew Pau Asia
  23. Hao Kai Xin
  24. Chai Hong
  25. Kedai Makanan
  26. Latte Lato Cafe

Where to Stay in Seremban?

Here we have listed Top Rated Hotels in Seremban. You can check out below listed mid-range and budget Hotels in Seremban.

  1. Palm Seremban Hotel
  2. Royale Chulan Seremban
  3. Seremban Inn Hotel
  4. D&F Boutique Hotel Seremban 2
  5. Hotel Rasah Seremban
  6. Sri Enstek Hotel
  7. Gold Boutique Hotel
  8. Hotel Seremban Jaya
  9. Klana Resort Seremban
  10. The Dusun

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How to Reach Seremban?

By Air

The closest airport for Seremban travel is the Kuala Lumpur airport. By road, it will take you 30 to 45 minutes to make Seremban trip from Kuala Lumpur.

By Road

You can also use trains to visit Seremban from Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and several other cities and towns of Malaysia. You can also get buses from numerous towns, cities and villages of Malaysia for Seremban sightseeing. Though not all busses are direct. You also get buses from Thailand and Singapore for Seremban travel.

If you plan to travel by car, you should head for Federal Route 1, which directly connects to the city. You will encounter many of the places to visit in Seremban along this route.

By Water

Being a landlocked city, there are no direct water routes to visit Seremban.


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