Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Formerly a government mansion, the renewed recreational park of Labuan Botanical Garden is now home to diverse tropical plant species. It was first built in 1852 as the official residence of the first governor of Labuan, Sir James Brooke. This historical site was destroyed by Japanese occupation during World War II in 1945 before it was then restored as a recreational park in 2001.
Today, the beautiful Labuan Botanical Garden serves as one of Labuan’s main tourist attractions that is frequented by visitors from all over the globe. With amazing greenery landscape, take the time to discover Labuan Botanical Garden’s dedicated sections for different plants like orchids, hibiscus, lilies, ferns, palms, herbs, bougainvilleas, heliconias as well as tropical fruit trees.
Locally known as ‘Bumbung 12’ for its interesting roof architecture, Labuan Botanical Garden also features other recreational facilities for visitors to make use of. You can have a picnic at the gazebos overlooking the lake, take a healthy stroll at the reflexology path, go for a peaceful jog around the garden crossing bridges and boardwalks, or get on a thrilling ride on the skate ramps.
Today, the beautiful Labuan Botanical Garden serves as one of Labuan’s main tourist attractions that is frequented by visitors from all over the globe. With amazing greenery landscape, take the time to discover Labuan Botanical Garden’s dedicated sections for different plants like orchids, hibiscus, lilies, ferns, palms, herbs, bougainvilleas, heliconias as well as tropical fruit trees.
Locally known as ‘Bumbung 12’ for its interesting roof architecture, Labuan Botanical Garden also features other recreational facilities for visitors to make use of. You can have a picnic at the gazebos overlooking the lake, take a healthy stroll at the reflexology path, go for a peaceful jog around the garden crossing bridges and boardwalks, or get on a thrilling ride on the skate ramps.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Being close to the city center, you can head to Jalan Merdeka which is approximately 2 km away from Labuan Botanical Garden for some duty-free shopping experience. To shop for affordable souvenirs, unique gifts and local handicrafts, some of the best places here including Financial Park Labuan Complex (also known as Ujana Kewangan) and Labuan Times Square.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
There is no souvenir shop located in the garden area, but you can always bring home great photos of your trip to this beautiful botanical garden!
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Labuan Botanical Garden can be reached via public transportation by taking a taxi or mini bus services for a short journey of 5 minutes from the town of Labuan. It is located along Jalan Oak Abdullah and opposite of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Entrance to Labuan Botanical Garden is free.
- Parking space is available for visitors.
- Labuan Botanical Garden is usually crowded during weekends and public holidays. It is a popular place for the locals to hang out with family or friends. To spend some time alone, check out the peaceful reading corner located in the garden.
- Being a family-friendly attraction, there is also a children’s playground for your kids to have fun.
- Explore the whole area and find an interesting tree house for unique photography opportunities.
- There are two lakes in this garden and one of it features a boat house.
- Mosquito repellent is quite necessary especially when you want to take a rest and enjoy the view, mosquito's might harm you.
- Don’t be surprised to find graveyards here! Some of them belong to the former residents of this historical site which dated back in 1840s up to the 1900s.
If you have a major love for landscaped gardens, make a visit to the recreational park of Labuan Botanical Garden to find a large collection of plant species!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
If you have a major love for landscaped gardens, make a visit to the recreational park of Labuan Botanical Garden to find a large collection of plant species!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 06:30 pm |
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Formerly a government mansion, the renewed recreational park of Labuan Botanical Garden is now home to diverse tropical plant species. It was first built in 1852 as the official residence of the first governor of Labuan, Sir James Brooke. This historical site was destroyed by Japanese occupation during World War II in 1945 before it was then restored as a recreational park in 2001.
Today, the beautiful Labuan Botanical Garden serves as one of Labuan’s main tourist attractions that is frequented by visitors from all over the globe. With amazing greenery landscape, take the time to discover Labuan Botanical Garden’s dedicated sections for different plants like orchids, hibiscus, lilies, ferns, palms, herbs, bougainvilleas, heliconias as well as tropical fruit trees.
Locally known as ‘Bumbung 12’ for its interesting roof architecture, Labuan Botanical Garden also features other recreational facilities for visitors to make use of. You can have a picnic at the gazebos overlooking the lake, take a healthy stroll at the reflexology path, go for a peaceful jog around the garden crossing bridges and boardwalks, or get on a thrilling ride on the skate ramps.
Today, the beautiful Labuan Botanical Garden serves as one of Labuan’s main tourist attractions that is frequented by visitors from all over the globe. With amazing greenery landscape, take the time to discover Labuan Botanical Garden’s dedicated sections for different plants like orchids, hibiscus, lilies, ferns, palms, herbs, bougainvilleas, heliconias as well as tropical fruit trees.
Locally known as ‘Bumbung 12’ for its interesting roof architecture, Labuan Botanical Garden also features other recreational facilities for visitors to make use of. You can have a picnic at the gazebos overlooking the lake, take a healthy stroll at the reflexology path, go for a peaceful jog around the garden crossing bridges and boardwalks, or get on a thrilling ride on the skate ramps.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Being close to the city center, you can head to Jalan Merdeka which is approximately 2 km away from Labuan Botanical Garden for some duty-free shopping experience. To shop for affordable souvenirs, unique gifts and local handicrafts, some of the best places here including Financial Park Labuan Complex (also known as Ujana Kewangan) and Labuan Times Square.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
There is no souvenir shop located in the garden area, but you can always bring home great photos of your trip to this beautiful botanical garden!
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Labuan Botanical Garden can be reached via public transportation by taking a taxi or mini bus services for a short journey of 5 minutes from the town of Labuan. It is located along Jalan Oak Abdullah and opposite of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Entrance to Labuan Botanical Garden is free.
- Parking space is available for visitors.
- Labuan Botanical Garden is usually crowded during weekends and public holidays. It is a popular place for the locals to hang out with family or friends. To spend some time alone, check out the peaceful reading corner located in the garden.
- Being a family-friendly attraction, there is also a children’s playground for your kids to have fun.
- Explore the whole area and find an interesting tree house for unique photography opportunities.
- There are two lakes in this garden and one of it features a boat house.
- Mosquito repellent is quite necessary especially when you want to take a rest and enjoy the view, mosquito's might harm you.
- Don’t be surprised to find graveyards here! Some of them belong to the former residents of this historical site which dated back in 1840s up to the 1900s.
