Malaysia

Labuan

Duty-free island of beaches, ferries and slow, friendly streets.

Local time: UTC+8
Population: 0.1M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Affordable

Food$$$$$About $19 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $50 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $4.0 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇲🇾 MYR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

LBULabuan AirportMain gateway, about 2 km from the centre.

How	Cost	Time
TaxiLabuan Town	RM10-15	5-10 min
Agree the fare first; no meters.
Ride appLabuan Town	check locally	5-10 min
Availability is limited.
Hotel shuttleLabuan Town	check locally	5-10 min
Ask your hotel in advance.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Labuan

Getting around

Walk in town; agree taxi fares first; rent a scooter for the beaches.

MetroNo metro or tram on the island.
BusLocal vans run fixed routes for RM1–3 but stop by 7PM. Not for evenings.
Taxi / ride apps ★Taxis have no meters, so agree the fare before boarding. Grab may work but coverage is patchy; check locally.
Rental carScooters rent from about RM38 per 24 hours near the ferry terminal. Good for reaching beaches.
Walking ★The town centre is small and walkable. Fine for markets, ferry and museums.
FerryFerries link the island to Brunei, Menumbok, Sipitang, Lawas and Limbang. Check schedules on the day.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night covers the town, markets and a beach; add a night for island trips or war history.

Best for

HistoryWar sites, museums and old town lanes.
FoodSeafood, cheap local eats and night markets.

Weather by month

29°25°Jan🌧 24d

29°25°Feb🌧 18d

29°25°Mar🌧 21d

30°26°Apr🌧 25d

30°26°May🌧 26d

30°26°Jun🌧 23d

30°26°Jul🌧 21d

30°26°Aug🌧 21d

30°26°Sep🌧 23d

29°25°Oct🌧 27d

29°25°Nov🌧 27d

29°25°Dec🌧 27d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Tropical and hot all year, with rain in every month. February is the driest; October to December the wettest.

Warm all yearDays sit around 29–30°C and nights around 25–26°C. No cool season.
Rain every monthExpect 18–27 rain days a month. Showers are often short but heavy.
Best odds: FebruaryAbout 18 rain days, the lowest of the year. Still bring a rain jacket.
Wettest: October to DecemberAround 27 rain days each month. Sea trips may be cancelled.
What to packLight, quick-dry clothes, sandals, a rain jacket or umbrella, and sunscreen.
Ferry weatherHeavy rain and rough seas can delay boats. Check schedules on the day.

Landmarks 4

Must-see · 4

1
Labuan War Cemetery
The most moving sight in Labuan, a beautifully kept Commonwealth cemetery honouring thousands of soldiers who died in Borneo during World War II. It is a place for quiet reflection, so dress respectfully and go in the cooler morning hours; it is a short taxi ride from the town centre.
2
Labuan Marine Park
A group of protected islands with clear water, coral reefs and good snorkelling, the main reason many visitors come to Labuan. Boats leave from the town jetty and trips are best arranged in the dry season; bring sun protection and expect to pay for a boat charter or tour.
3
Peace Park
A calm memorial park built as a symbol of reconciliation, with a large monument and views over the water. It pairs naturally with the War Cemetery on a half-day history circuit; visit early or late in the day to avoid the heat.
4
Labuan Museum
A compact museum covering the island's history, culture and wartime past, useful for context before visiting the memorial sites. It is an easy stop in the town centre and a good option during rain or the midday heat.

Cultural

Museum 1

Tomb 1

Park 1

Natural

Island 1

Plans

Labuan rewards visitors with quiet beaches, war history and cheap seafood, all easy to reach by ferry or plane. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Beach

A single day of sand, sea and sunset, kept close to town so you are not rushing.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 74

Day 1

Morning boat, afternoon beach, sunset

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 74

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ MYR 9
1

08:30–12:30 · Book at the jetty; price varies by boat and islands, confirm before paying

Island-hopping boat trip

Book a morning departure near the ferry terminal. Bring sun cream and cash. Trips depend on weather, so check on the day.

Open Morning departures; weather dependent
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
2

13:00–14:00 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Quick lunch and cold drinks after the boat. Busiest in the morning, quieter by early afternoon.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ MYR 24
3

15:30–17:00 · Free

Beach walk on the north coast

Short drive north to Batu Manikar. Walk the north coast beaches in the cooler late afternoon.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ MYR 23
4

18:15–19:00 · Free

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Head back toward Financial Park for the bay sunset. Arrive early to get a spot.

Open Best around sunset
Taxi · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

19:15–20:45 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Waterfront seafood to finish. Prices vary, so ask before ordering.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day trip · History

War sites and old town lanes in one day, with a midday indoor break from the heat.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 86

Day 1

War sites in the morning, old town after

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 86

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ MYR 7
1

08:30–09:15 · Free

Labuan World War II Memorial

Start early while it is cool. Open daylight hours.

Open Open daylight hours
Taxi · 761 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

09:30–10:15 · Entry fee may apply; check on the day

Small wartime history displays

Small indoor displays, a good way to escape the heat later too. Check opening on the day.

Open Daytime; check on the day
Taxi · 13 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ MYR 29
3

10:45–11:30 · Free

Labuan Peace Park

Short drive to Batu Manikar. Peaceful grounds, best in the morning.

Open Daylight hours
3

11:45–12:15 · Free

Surrender Point

Next to the Peace Park, so easy to combine.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 14 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ MYR 30
4

12:30–13:15 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Lunch and local coffee back in town.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 218 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

14:00–16:00 · Free, self-guided

Old town heritage walk

Old town lanes on foot. Go slow in the afternoon heat and carry water.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 160 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
6

16:15–17:00 · Free

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Finish at the square and Merdeka Walk in softer light.

Open Open all day; best in daylight
Taxi back to your hotel · 562 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day trip · Food

A relaxed eating day: market in the morning, duty-free browsing, seafood and street stalls at night.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 25

Day 1

Market, coffee, seafood and stalls

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 25

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 306 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

08:00–09:00 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Go early for the freshest produce and busiest stalls. Bring small notes.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 150 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

09:15–10:00 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Coffee and kueh nearby. Check what is open on the day.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
3

11:00–12:00 · Free to browse; alcohol and chocolate are the usual buys

Duty-free shopping in town

Browse town shops. Roughly 10:00 to 21:00, but check on the day.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00, check on the day
Taxi · 685 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

13:00–13:45 · Free to walk around

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Lunch and a walk around the grounds. Shops roughly 10:00 to 22:00.

Open Grounds open all day; shops roughly 10:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi · 457 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

18:00–19:30 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Waterfront seafood. Ask prices before ordering.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
6

20:00–21:00 · Cheap; pay per dish

Evening food stalls

Evening food stalls for a snack. Roughly 17:00 to 22:00, check on the day.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 612 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5

1 night · Beach ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want sea time: an island boat trip, a north-coast beach walk and a sunset over the bay.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 86

Day 1

Arrive, town and sunset

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 21

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–13:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check boat trip times for tomorrow when you arrive.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi · 914 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

14:00–14:45 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Busiest in the morning, quieter now. Good for snacks.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 1491 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 6
3

15:15–16:00 · Free

Labuan Botanical Garden

Shady paths, easy walk from town.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 678 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

18:15–19:00 · Free

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Arrive before sunset. Bring water.

Open Best around sunset
Taxi · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

19:15–20:45 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Waterfront seafood. Prices vary, check the day's catch.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day

Day 2

Island hopping, then north coast

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 65

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–12:30 · Book at the jetty; price varies by boat and islands, confirm before paying

Island-hopping boat trip

Morning departure from the ferry terminal area. Weather dependent, book a day ahead.

Open Morning departures; weather dependent
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ MYR 26
2

14:00–15:30 · Free

Beach walk on the north coast

North coast near Batu Manikar. Take a taxi or rented car.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
3

16:00–17:00 · Small entry fee may apply; check on the day

The Chimney (Tanjung Kubong)

Nearby. Daylight hours only, check on the day.

Open Daylight hours; check on the day
Taxi · 14 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ MYR 31
4

17:30–18:00 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Allow time for the trip back to town.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day

1 night · History ★ Recommended length

Our pick for most visitors: war sites at Batu Manikar in the morning, old town lanes and the memorial after.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 109
Hotel: MYR 90–260

Day 1

Arrive, old town and memorial

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 33

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1087 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

13:00–13:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Taxis wait outside. Town is a short ride away.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi · 1141 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

14:00–16:00 · Free, self-guided

Old town heritage walk

Self-guided loop of the old town. Start at Labuan Square.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 160 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

16:15–16:45 · Free

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Open all day. Good photos in late light.

Open Open all day; best in daylight
Taxi · 1464 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 6
4

17:00–17:45 · Free

Labuan World War II Memorial

Daylight hours. Peaceful in the late afternoon.

Open Open daylight hours
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 7
5

18:30–20:00 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Dinner by the water.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day 2

Batu Manikar war sites, then fly

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 76

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 14 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ MYR 30
1

08:30–09:00 · Free

Surrender Point

Daylight hours. Go early before the heat.

Open Daylight hours
1

09:15–10:00 · Free

Labuan Peace Park

Short walk from Surrender Point.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
2

10:15–11:15 · Small entry fee may apply; check on the day

The Chimney (Tanjung Kubong)

Nearby. Check opening on the day.

Open Daylight hours; check on the day
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ MYR 28
3

12:00–12:45 · Entry fee may apply; check on the day

Small wartime history displays

Indoor displays, a good midday break from the sun.

Open Daytime; check on the day
Taxi · 988 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

13:00–13:45 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Coffee and kueh before you head to the terminal.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 399 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Eat your way through town: market mornings, duty-free snacks and a waterfront seafood dinner.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 36

Day 1

Arrive, market and night stalls

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 15

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–13:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Drop bags at the hotel first.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi · 1008 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

14:00–14:45 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Afternoon coffee and kueh. Check opening on the day.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
3

15:15–16:15 · Free to browse; alcohol and chocolate are the usual buys

Duty-free shopping in town

Chocolate and local goods. Shops roughly 10:00–21:00.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00, check on the day
Taxi · 685 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

16:45–17:30 · Free to walk around

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Walk the grounds and Ujana Kewangan area.

Open Grounds open all day; shops roughly 10:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi · 550 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

18:30–19:30 · Cheap; pay per dish

Evening food stalls

Evening stalls, roughly 17:00–22:00. Cash is easiest.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day

Day 2

Market morning, seafood lunch

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 21

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Go early, it is busiest and best in the morning.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 1491 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 6
2

09:30–10:15 · Free

Labuan Botanical Garden

Walk off breakfast. Early morning is coolest.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 1123 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

10:45–11:15 · Free

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Quick look around the square.

Open Open all day; best in daylight
Taxi · 524 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

12:00–13:30 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Lunch instead of dinner. Ask prices before ordering.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi · 816 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

14:00–14:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check your sailing time on the day.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day

2 nights · Beach

First-timers who want sand, boats and sunsets without rushing.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 82

Day 1

Arrive, waterfront and sunset

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 15

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–14:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check boat trip times for tomorrow while you are here.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi · 734 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

15:30–16:15 · Free to walk around

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Easy stroll and shops if you need supplies.

Open Grounds open all day; shops roughly 10:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi · 1006 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

18:00–18:45 · Free

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Arrive early to get a spot. Times shift with the season.

Open Best around sunset
Taxi · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

19:15–20:45 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Pick a busy waterfront place and ask prices first.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day

Day 2

Islands in the morning, beach in the afternoon

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 56

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–12:30 · Book at the jetty; price varies by boat and islands, confirm before paying

Island-hopping boat trip

Morning departures only. Bring water, sunscreen and cash. Weather can cancel trips.

Open Morning departures; weather dependent
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
2

13:00–13:45 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Quick lunch and coffee after the boat.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ MYR 24
3

16:30–18:00 · Free

Beach walk on the north coast

North coast beaches are best in late afternoon light.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ MYR 24
4

19:00–20:00 · Cheap; pay per dish

Evening food stalls

Cheap eats. Go early before the best stalls sell out.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day

Day 3

Slow morning, then fly or sail

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 11

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–08:45 · Free

Labuan Botanical Garden

Cool and quiet early. Daylight hours only.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 1491 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 6
2

09:15–10:15 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Busiest in the morning. Good for snacks and fruit.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 914 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

11:00–12:00 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check on the day for sailing times and buy tickets early.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day

2 nights · History

First-timers here for the war sites and old town lanes.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 124
Hotel: MYR 180–520

Day 1

Old town and wartime history

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 33

Taxi from your hotel · 594 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

08:30–10:30 · Free, self-guided

Old town heritage walk

Do this early before the heat. Wear comfortable shoes.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 160 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

10:45–11:30 · Free

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Photo stop in daylight.

Open Open all day; best in daylight
Taxi · 746 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

11:45–12:30 · Entry fee may apply; check on the day

Small wartime history displays

Small displays. Good midday shade. Check opening on the day.

Open Daytime; check on the day
Taxi · 988 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

12:45–13:30 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Lunch and a rest.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ MYR 6
5

14:30–15:15 · Free

Labuan World War II Memorial

Open daylight hours. Quiet and moving.

Open Open daylight hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ MYR 7

Day 2

Batu Manikar war sites

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 75

Taxi from your hotel · 14 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ MYR 30
1

08:30–09:00 · Free

Surrender Point

Start here while it is cool.

Open Daylight hours
1

09:15–10:00 · Free

Labuan Peace Park

Short walk from Surrender Point.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
2

10:30–11:30 · Small entry fee may apply; check on the day

The Chimney (Tanjung Kubong)

Daylight hours only. Check on the day.

Open Daylight hours; check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
3

12:00–13:00 · Free

Beach walk on the north coast

Optional cool-down by the sea, then lunch nearby.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ MYR 24
4

18:30–20:00 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Back in town for dinner.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day 3

Morning stop, then leave

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 15

Taxi from your hotel · 1141 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

09:00–09:45 · Free to walk around

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Grounds open all day. Shops later, check on the day.

Open Grounds open all day; shops roughly 10:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi · 734 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

10:30–11:30 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check schedules on the day and allow buffer time.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 1087 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5

2 nights · Food

First-timers who plan the day around markets, seafood and cheap eats.

Stay: Labuan Town. Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.

Tickets & tours: ≈ MYR 0
Taxis: ≈ MYR 77
Hotel: MYR 180–520

Day 1

Market morning and seafood night

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 30

Taxi from your hotel · 306 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

07:30–08:30 · Pay per item; cheap eats

Labuan Central Market

Go early, it is busiest and best in the morning.

Open Early morning to afternoon; busiest mornings
Taxi · 150 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

09:00–09:45 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Breakfast stop for coffee and kueh.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 218 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

10:30–12:30 · Free, self-guided

Old town heritage walk

Walk off breakfast through the old town.

Open Daylight hours
Taxi · 204 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

15:00–16:00 · Free to browse; alcohol and chocolate are the usual buys

Duty-free shopping in town

Shops roughly 10:00–21:00, check on the day.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00, check on the day
Taxi · 228 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
5

18:30–20:00 · Mid-range; price depends on catch, ask before ordering

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Ask to see prices before ordering.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 714 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day 2

Island morning, stalls at night

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 32

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ MYR 9
1

08:30–12:30 · Book at the jetty; price varies by boat and islands, confirm before paying

Island-hopping boat trip

Morning departures. Bring cash and water. Weather dependent.

Open Morning departures; weather dependent
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ MYR 8
2

13:00–13:45 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Late lunch after the boat.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 671 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
3

18:00–18:45 · Free

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Come early for a good spot.

Open Best around sunset
Taxi · 721 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
4

19:15–20:15 · Cheap; pay per dish

Evening food stalls

Graze across stalls. Roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day.

Open Evening, roughly 17:00–22:00, check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 612 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5

Day 3

Coffee, then go

Tickets ≈ MYR 0 pp · taxis ≈ MYR 15

Taxi from your hotel · 399 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ MYR 5
1

08:30–09:15 · Cheap; a few ringgit per item

Local coffee and kueh stop

Last local breakfast.

Open Morning to afternoon, check on the day
Taxi · 1008 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ MYR 5
2

10:00–11:00 · Ferry fares vary by destination; buy at the counter

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Check sailing times on the day.

Open Early morning to evening sailings; check schedules on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 1087 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ MYR 5

Swap in instead

Take a boat trip to one of the nearby small islands for snorkelling; check sea conditions and prices locally.
Visit the war memorial and museum sites if you like history; allow a half day.
Hop a ferry to Menumbok or Brunei for a change of scene; check schedules and passport rules first.

Getting around

No metro or tram; the town centre is small and walkable.
Local buses (vans) run fixed routes, cost RM1-3, and stop by 7PM.
Taxis have no meters, so agree the fare before boarding.
Ride apps like Grab may work but coverage is patchy; check locally.
Scooters rent from about RM38 per 24 hours near the ferry terminal.
Ferries link the island to Brunei, Menumbok, Sipitang, Lawas and Limbang.

Where to stay

Labuan Town · ≈ MYR 90–260 a night
Walk to the ferry, markets, museums and cheap eats. Best base without a car.
Financial Park · ≈ MYR 150–380 a night
Modern hotels and malls, a short walk from the town centre and waterfront.
Ferry Terminal area · ≈ MYR 80–220 a night
Handy for early boats to Brunei and Sabah; simple guesthouses nearby.
Batu Manikar · ≈ MYR 180–450 a night
Quieter beach side with resorts; you will want a car or taxi here.

Food & drink

Eat seafood by the waterfront: grilled fish and prawns, prices vary by catch, so ask before ordering.
Try local noodles and rice dishes at coffee shops in town; a simple meal is often around RM8–15.
Pasar (market) stalls are good for cheap breakfast and fruit in the morning.
Night markets and food courts are the budget option; bring small cash notes.
Alcohol is limited and pricey on the island; many places are halal and dry. Check on the day.

Tips

Labuan is a duty-free zone, famous for cheap alcohol and chocolates
The island is a relaxed financial and logistics hub
Visit the WWII memorial for historical significance
The island is small; you can tour most of it in a single day
Use ferries for cheap and regular connections to the mainland

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

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Souvenirs

Duty-free chocolate and liquor

MYR 40–1501 bottle or 1 box · estimate

Labuan is a duty-free island off the coast of Borneo, so imported chocolate and liquor are sold here at lower prices than on the mainland.

Where: Labuan Duty Free (Financial Park) and the airport

Buy at the airport or Financial Park shops, where duty-free goods are sold.

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Labuan War Cemetery

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Peace Park

Labuan Museum

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Plans

Island-hopping boat trip

Labuan Central Market

Beach walk on the north coast

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Labuan World War II Memorial

Small wartime history displays

Labuan Peace Park

Surrender Point

Local coffee and kueh stop

Old town heritage walk

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Labuan Central Market

Local coffee and kueh stop

Duty-free shopping in town

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Evening food stalls

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Labuan Central Market

Labuan Botanical Garden

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Island-hopping boat trip

Beach walk on the north coast

The Chimney (Tanjung Kubong)

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Old town heritage walk

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Labuan World War II Memorial

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Surrender Point

Labuan Peace Park

The Chimney (Tanjung Kubong)

Small wartime history displays

Local coffee and kueh stop

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Local coffee and kueh stop

Duty-free shopping in town

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Evening food stalls

Labuan Central Market

Labuan Botanical Garden

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Financial Park and Ujana Kewangan

Sunset viewpoint over the bay

Seafood dinner by the waterfront

Island-hopping boat trip

Local coffee and kueh stop

Beach walk on the north coast

Evening food stalls

Labuan Botanical Garden

Labuan Central Market

Labuan Ferry Terminal

Old town heritage walk

Labuan Square and Merdeka Walk

Small wartime history displays