Kota Jail
Kota Jail, in City centre, is one of the attractions in Johor Bahru in the Where2Go guide. Below are its address, opening hours, prices and directions, checked in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
| Address | Penjara (lama) Ayer Molek, Jalan Ayer Molek, Johor Bahru city centre |
|---|---|
| Details | Daily 10 am โ 10 pm Check entry and event prices; WhatsApp 016-721 5646 |
| Good to know | Heritage Events |
| Area | City centre |
| Typical visit | About 1 h 30 min |
| Listed in | Johor Bahru Attractions |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Kota Jail
Johor Bahru Prison was built in 1883, one of the oldest prisons in Malaysia, and stopped holding inmates in 2005. It has reopened as Kota Jail, which calls itself a playground for art, heritage and culture, with the Johor Bahru City Council and the Malaysian Prison Department as partners.
Expect galleries, events and creative spaces inside the old walls rather than a formal museum, so check its Instagram (@kotajail) for what is on. It is a few minutes from Johor Zoo, so the two combine well.
Kota Jail Location
Nearby
- Church of the Immaculate Conception โ Temple, 0.3 km away
- Makan Kitchen โ Restaurant, 0.4 km away
- DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru โ Hotel, 0.4 km away
- Warung Saga โ Hawker food, 0.5 km away
- Nasi Ayam Kee Chup โ Hawker food, 0.5 km away
- Fufu Cafe & Dessert Bar โ Dessert, 0.5 km away
Plan a route with opening times using the Where2Go trip planner.