The Samarinda City Museum is a cultural and historical tourism destination that offers deep insights into the development of the city of Samarinda and East Kalimantan in general. The museum houses various historical artifacts, documentary photos, and art objects that reflect the life and culture of the people of Samarinda over the ages. The museum's collection includes replicas of the Yupa Muara Kaman inscriptions, tools for making Samarinda sarongs, Samarinda sarongs with Hatta stripes, and Dayak handicrafts such as kopiah, betel nut tools, the Dayak bening (a traditional baby carrier for the Dayak Kenyah and Dayak Bahau tribes), war weapons like the Mandau Dayak Kenyah, Sapeq Karaang (a traditional musical instrument of the Dayak Bahau tribe), and typical musical instruments of East Kalimantan.
Address
The Samarinda City Museum is located at Jalan Bhayangkara No. 3, Samarinda, East Kalimantan. Its strategic location in the city center makes it easily accessible to visitors.
Access by Air: visitors can fly to Aji Pangeran Tumenggung (APT) Pranoto International Airport, Samarinda. From the airport, the museum can be reached by taxi or online transportation in about 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Access by Land : visitors in the vicinity of East Kalimantan can use land routes with private vehicles, buses, or taxis to reach Samarinda. The museum is easily accessible via the city's main roads.
Facilities
The Samarinda City Museum is equipped with various facilities for visitor comfort, including:
- Exhibition Room: Showcasing collections of artifacts, photos, and art objects.
- Information Center: Providing information and guides about the exhibits.
- Education Room: Hosting educational activities and workshops.
- Souvenir Shop: Selling a variety of Samarinda souvenirs.
- Cafeteria: Offering light meals and refreshments.
Admission Fees
- Adults: Rp 20,000
- Children: Rp 10,000
- Students: Rp 15,000
Opening Hours
The Samarinda City Museum is open daily except on Mondays with the following operating hours:
Tuesday - Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00 WITA
National Holidays: Closed
Contact: 081255334435
