The Old Courthouse, Sarawak, Malaysia
4.0 (211 reviews) Spent Ranking #12 in Kuching Architectural Buildings
picturesque location
Old Court House, Kuching This heritage building is so picturesque, photoshoots for graduations or weddings are often done here. Being the literal court house in past times, it now comprises of lush gardens with lovely cafes such as Commons & Roots and a Tourist information Centre. Directly opposite is the Sarawak River and Jambatan Darul Hana
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Btwn. Carpenter Street and India Street, Kuching 93400 Malaysia
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 11:47
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4Adventure Diva 5:00 PM Sep 2, 2022
One of Kuching's Heritage Buildings
This old court house served as the city's administrative center and is now transformed into Sarawak's tourism complex. There's usually something happening with art and outside entertainment performances. If not, wander around the peaceful verandahs.
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3The Curious Kitty Cat 5:00 PM Jul 20, 2020
Historical area
It is nice to also stop here and check out this attractive heritage building which was finished in 1874. During our tour, we learned that the building housed government offices, including a printing office, and hosted state ceremonies while it was in use. The design is colonial and there is a big veranda around it so you can just meander along if you want to take a break from the heat. Aside from the Visitor Information Center located here, this is also just a short walk away from other Kuching attractions such as the Brooke Monument and Square Tower. We passed through the Commons Restaurant (located in this building) when we went to the other side to visit the Brooke Museum (aka the Ranee Museum). I think there was a discount for the latter attraction as we had visited Fort Margherita the other day.
