Kampung Ayer water village

Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

A water village offering a distinctive traditional way of life on the water.

Places in Kampung Ayer water village

Kampung Ayer local eateries Local eateries within the historic water village.

Best time to visit: March to September (drier season) for the most comfortable exploration of Tasek Lama's hiking trails and the water village of Kampung Ayer.
Getting around: The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque and Kampung Ayer water village anchor the central sightseeing core, with Jalan Residency's waterfront restaurants nearby and the Gadong Night Market a short trip away for evening dining.
Currency: Brunei Dollar (B$)
Language: Malay (official); English is widely spoken.
Timezone: BNT (UTC+8)
Current trends: Bandar Seri Begawan's peaceful, sleepy character continues to center on the gold-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque and the free Royal Treasures Museum's coronation regalia, while the Gadong Night Market's B$1-3 dishes of ambuyat and nasi katok remain the budget-friendly culinary highlight, and the compact capital's mix of luxury hotels and budget options like Pusat Belia Youth Hostel accommodates a growing range of visitors to this understated Southeast Asian capital.

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque district — Home to the gold-domed mosque dazzling with its intricate marble design.
Gadong district — Home to the Gadong Night Market, serving grilled satay, ambuyat, and nasi katok nightly from around 4 p.m.