Top 10 Attractions in Seremban (2024)

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Situated approximately 60 kilometres south of Kuala Lumpur, Seremban is the city and the capital of Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Seremban is famous for its unique cuisine, most notably, “Siew Pau”, a bun with a flaky buttery crust filled with meat fillings, typically pork or chicken. Now only that, as one of the most vibrant cities in Malaysia, it has plenty to offer everyone and here are some of the best attractions in Seremban.

1. Jelita Ostrich Farm

Jelita Ostrich Farm
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One of the attractions in Seremban you should visit is the Jelita Ostrich Farm, where you can pet and feed ostriches and ride an ostrich. You can also tour the farm, led by a tour guide who will share all the necessary information about ostriches. During the tour, you can watch the ostrich race, take pictures with them, and test the strength of ostrich eggs by standing on them.

This farm is also home to various animals such as cows, goats, deers, horses, porcupines, rabbits, monkeys, and birds. If you want souvenirs here, you will be happy to know that you can buy various products like ostrich oil, eggs, key chains and more.

Royal Gallery Tuanku Ja’afar (Galeri Diraja Tunku Ja’afar)

The Royal Gallery Tuanku Ja’afar is dedicated to the former Agong and Sultanate of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Ja’afar ibni Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman. In this modern colonial architectural style building, you will find displays of his contribution as the Agong, life history, royal fashion and more. Aside from the gallery, there is also a garden with one of the oldest rubber trees and a hall space that can be rented for various events here, one of the must-visit attractions in Seremban.

3. Negeri Sembilan State Museum (Muzium Negeri Sembilan)

Negeri Sembilan State Museum (Muzium Negeri Sembilan)
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Negeri Sembilan State Museum is a culture, arts, and history museum located in the city centre. The design of the building, inspired by Minangkabau architecture, can be traced back to the Minangkabau community, which settled in Negeri Sembilan in the fifteenth century under the protection of the Malacca Sultanate. This museum is a fantastic place for art lovers to visit and learn more about the community.

The replicas, artefacts, pictures, and detailed descriptions of this Seremban attraction will provide you with a wealth of information about the state’s culture. Its culture is well known for its matrilineality, or “Adat Perpatih”, which is still practised in most parts of the state.

4. Then Sze Koon Temple (Centipede Temple)

Then Sze Koon Temple (Centipede Temple)

The Then Sze Koon Temple, widely known as the Centipede Temple, honours many Taoist and Buddhist deities, including the statue of Guanyin and the money frog. It is the highest Taoist temple in Negeri Sembilan, located at the top of Wu Gong Hill. Due to this, older people may find taking the stairs to this temple quite challenging, but a breathtaking view of the entire Seremban awaits atop the temple.

According to a legend, God transformed a man into a rocking ship that could never sail and dumped him on Wu Gong Hill. His mother, believed to be reincarnated as a centipede, went, and lived beside the rock, which led to the massive stone centipede and temple’s name. If you manage to find a centipede in the temple compound, it is said that you will be blessed with good luck and wealth.

Aside from religious activities and the town’s beautiful scenery, children can also feed the fish, tortoises, and rabbits in the temple.

5. Seremban Lake Park (Taman Tasik Seremban)

Seremban Lake Park (Taman Tasik Seremban)
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Taman Tasik Seremban is a recreational park located along Jalan Taman Bunga. As one of the most beautiful attractions in Seremban, this park is famous for its natural scenery, artificial lake, and grassy picnic spots. The municipality recently introduced water activities such as kayaking and paddleboat rides.

On Sunday mornings, you can see the local community of Seremban walking, running, and practising tai chi and “Falun Gong”. This beautifully landscaped park is also a popular photographic location, suitable for anyone looking to take nice pictures.

6. Sri Sendayan Mosque (Masjid Sri Sendayan)

Sri Sendayan Mosque (Masjid Sri Sendayan)
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Sri Sendayan Mosque, one of the top attractions in Seremban, is a beautiful mosque that resembles the Taj Mahal and Nabawi Mosque with a touch of Ottoman architecture. According to Zailan Yusop, the architect of the Sri Sendayan Mosque, he got the inspiration for the design after he visited Dubai and Turkey. Some of the intricate features of the Sri Sendayan Mosque include khat calligraphy done by the Turkish Master of Calligraphy and Hasan Çelebiin in its architecture, which gives a serene facade.

Photographers will never miss the opportunity to photograph this massive and magnificent mosque against the backdrop of the sunset. Non-Muslims are also welcome to enter the mosque, except for the prayer area, provided they follow the dress code.

7. Mount Angsi (Gunung Angsi)

Mount Angsi (Gunung Angsi)
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For those who enjoy the outdoors and hiking, Mount Angsi is one of the best attractions in Seremban for hikers and the surrounding area, ranked as the second most popular hiking trail in Negeri Sembilan. Due to the steep sections, the path’s first and a half kilometre is quite tricky. It will take around an hour and a half to climb the mountain.

If you are tired halfway through the hike, take a break at one of the trail’s small gazebos or benches. At the end of our challenging climb, you will be rewarded with a stunning view of Seremban and its surrounding area.

8. Kepayang Hill Temple Kanni Kovil

Kepayang Hill Temple Kanni Kovil
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Kepayang Hill Temple is a hundred-year-old Hindu shrine dedicated to seven virgin deities: Biramme, Mageswary, Gaumaree, Varaagi, Vyshnavi, Magenthari, and Chamundi. This Seremban attraction, located on the steep, narrow driveway of Kepayang Hill, is often visited by Hindus, especially during the festive season, like Pongal and Deepavali. Besides Hindu devotees, non-Hindus can also visit this temple, surrounded by beautiful greenery and often called by monkeys.

9. Rantau Eco Park

Rantau Eco Park
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If you are looking for a place of ultimate relaxation, Rantau Eco Park is one of the best places that you can visit. This formerly flood-prone area has since been developed and regularly used as a training ground for students and also as a popular team-building site. On top of that, with a 100-acre park that is surrounded by lush forests, and has its own man-made lake, mini zoo, horse barn and more, it is no wonder why this is one of the more popular attractions in Negeri Sembilan.

10. IJM Hill Park Seremban 2 Height

IJM Hill Park Seremban 2 Height
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This 30-acre park is located on a hill, 162 metres above sea level in Seremban 2. This park is built and maintained by IJM, a local housing developer in Malaysia. Apart from the toddler’s playground, dinasour zone, and the trees and plants education zone, you will also get to enjoy the panoramic view of Seremban 2 when you visit this place.

With so many attractions in Seremban for you to visit, you can be confident that you can find something you like here. For the lovers of history, Taman Seni Budaya Negeri Sembilan with its Minangkabu architecture is there for you. If you prefer to be closer to nature, there is Mount Angsi for you to hike.