MIRI (SARAWAK)

Located near the Kuala Baram Ferry Terminal, it is the first and the largest crocodile farm in the northern region of Sarawak. There are more than 1,000 salt and fresh water crocodiles in a 22 acres landscaped setting with natural breeding enclosures and man-made sanctuary ponds. Don't miss the feeding times on every Saturday and Sunday at 10.30 am and 11.30 am; and at 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.


Miri City Fan was built as part of the master plan for Miri to become a HealthyResort City. A unique fan-shaped park, it is a world-class urban civic park with the setting for sport, educational and cultural activities. It includes a promenade, an amphitheatre, a musical fountain, a library and cultural centre, and various ethnic gardens. It provides superb social and recreational facilities for the public.

Miri Public Park is located about 3 km from the town centre along the Airport Road. There are flora gardens, souvenir centre, canteen, observatory platform, children's playground, exhibitions room, stone carving and sculptures, fountains, pavilions, jogging track and other sporting facilities.

Situated on the top of the Canada Hill, the Grand Old Lady is the first oil well in Malaysia. It represents the petroleum history of Miri, which is almost a century old. This oil well is no longer in production and the Sarawak Government has declared it a protected historical site. There is an observatory platform where visitors can have an excellent view of Miri.

Tamu Muhibbah is the local market where fascinating products from the Sarawakian interior are sold and a place for the unusual, be it a new variety of red bananas, mangoes resembling turnips, brown and white rice from upstream Bario and jungle remedies made from exotic plants and animal bi-products.  Visit this market and soak in the lively atmosphere of the natives.

The Petroleum Museum, in Bukit Telaga Minyak, exhibits photographs and information on the petroleum industry. Built in April 2003, the project was undertaken by the Sarawak Museums Department with Petronas and Sarawak Shell Berhad.

The esplanade is the perfect place to watch the beautiful sunset, enjoy the soothing breeze and the sound of the waves. Located at Luak, about 12 km from Miri city centre, it is fast becoming a favourite spot for picnics and for family outings on the sandy beach, especially during the weekends. Hawkers selling soft drinks, snacks and barbeque chicken wings at the car park also makes at interesting sight.

This is the Arts and Craft Centre of Miri and is housed in a historic building that was formerly the Miri Community Hall. The building history is colourful and many of the older generations in Miri would remember the numerous public events held here in the past such as state dinners, wedding receptions, community social events etc. Miri Heritage Centre offers a wide variety of quality local handicrafts. It is overflowing with the products of nimble fingers: beadwork, pottery, woodcarving, basketry, mat making, hat making and textile crafts.


Shell collectors will not regret visiting this beach, located just 15 km from downtown Miri. It promises an exciting time and guaranteed satisfaction to collectors and visitors who wish to frolic on the seashore. Fossils of crabs from different species and other sea creatures are said to be in abundance here.


The sight of fishing boats berthing at the river bank and fishermen selling their fresh catches is simply wonderful in this clean and sandy seaside spot. HawaiiBeach at Kampong Bakam, is one of the pristine, palm-fringed beach. This beach offers a prefect location to frolic or swim, to soak up the warm sun or simply enjoy the breeze under the coconut trees. This popular picnic spot is a hit with weekend visitors. There are also chalet-type accommodations for overnight stays splashing waves.

Flower Garden is situated opposite the Miri Post Office. The garden is planted with a variety of flowers with their names, characters, and species on the display cards. You can learn more about flowers and take some memorable photographs with the flora while visiting this garden.