Practical Information
Updated: Jan 8, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum1 hours
Recommended1.5 hours
Maximum2 hours
Entrance Fee
FreeFree admission. Donations welcome for mosque maintenance. Headscarves provided free for women.
Best Time to Visit
Early morning (8:00-10:00) or late afternoon (15:30-16:30) for cooler temperatures and softer light. November to February offers the most pleasant weather. Avoid Friday noon prayers.
Price Range
FreeHow to Get There
The mosque is adjacent to Masjid Jamek LRT station (Kelana Jaya and Ampang/Sri Petaling lines). Exit directly to the mosque. Also a 5-minute walk from Merdeka Square.
What to Expect
Historic mosque at the birthplace of Kuala Lumpur where two rivers meet. Beautiful Moorish-Mughal architecture with onion domes and minarets. Small gallery room with historical photos. Peaceful courtyard with palm trees. Modest dress required.
Best Photo Spot
View from across the River of Life with the mosque reflected in the water. The main entrance with onion domes and minarets. Courtyard with palm trees framing the architecture.
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 8, 2026Monday08:30 — 16:00
Tuesday08:30 — 16:00
Wednesday08:30 — 16:00
Thursday08:30 — 16:00
Friday08:30 — 16:00
Saturday08:30 — 16:00
Sunday08:30 — 16:00
Note
For tourists: Sat-Thu 08:30-12:30 & 14:30-16:00, Fri 08:30-11:00 & 14:30-16:00. Prayer break 12:30-14:30 (Friday 11:00-14:30).
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Yes, the mosque welcomes visitors of all faiths outside prayer times. Follow the dress code: men cannot wear shorts, women must cover head, arms and knees. Headscarves are provided free.
The mosque stands at the confluence of Klang and Gombak rivers — where Chinese tin miners founded a settlement in 1857 that became Kuala Lumpur. The city's name means 'muddy estuary' in Malay.
The small gallery displays historical photographs of the mosque and Kuala Lumpur from different eras. Learn about the building's architecture and its role in the city's history. Free entry.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Masjid Jamek
Arrive early morning (8:00-10:00) for best photos with soft light and fewer visitors.
Combine your visit with a walk along the River of Life — a landscaped riverside with beautiful mosque views.
Exit at Masjid Jamek station — the mosque is right at the exit. From here it's easy to walk to Merdeka Square and Sultan Abdul Samad Building.
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