Which museums are open on Monday in Kuala Lumpur?
Quick answer
Yes — all 5 Kuala Lumpur museums we cover open on Mondays, including Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, National Art Gallery Malaysia, National Museum of Malaysia. World Museum Guide lists each museum's hours below — confirm holiday hours on the official site before you go.
Visitor information last reviewed 1 September 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
Monday opening at Kuala Lumpur museums
| Museum | Open on Monday? | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia | Open | Daily: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha) |
| National Art Gallery Malaysia | Open | Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for two days at Hari Raya Aidilfitri and one day at Hari Raya Aidiladha) |
| National Museum of Malaysia | Open | Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on the first two days of Hari Raya Aidilfitri and the first day of Hari Raya Aidiladha) |
| National Textile Museum | Open | Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on the first two days of Hari Raya Aidilfitri and the first day of Hari Raya Aidiladha) |
| Petrosains, The Discovery Centre | Open | Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday, Sunday, public and school holidays: 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Closed 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha) |
Visitor details last reviewed 2026-09-01. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in Kuala Lumpur closed on Mondays?
No — every Kuala Lumpur museum in our guide opens on Mondays: Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, National Art Gallery Malaysia, National Museum of Malaysia, National Textile Museum, Petrosains, The Discovery Centre.
Do Monday hours change on public holidays?
Often — museums that normally close on Mondays sometimes open on public-holiday Mondays and close the next day instead. Check the official website linked from each guide before you travel.