Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, in City centre, is one of the temples and places of worship 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 | Jalan Gertak Merah (off Jalan Skudai), Johor Bahru city centre |
|---|---|
| Details | Check visiting hours; non-Muslim visitors should avoid prayer times and Friday midday Free |
| Good to know | Free Modest dress |
| Area | City centre |
| Typical visit | About 30 min |
| Listed in | Johor Bahru Temples |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
The state mosque of Johor was built between 1892 and 1900 on the orders of Sultan Abu Bakar. Its architect mixed Victorian, Moorish and Malay styles, and the four minarets are shaped like British clock towers. It holds about 2,000 worshippers.
The mosque stands on a hill above the Strait of Johor, a few minutes from Johor Zoo and the city square. The evening view is covered in the Johor Bahru night view guide.
Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque Location
Nearby
- Johor Zoo โ Attraction, 0.2 km away
- Johor Zoo Night Zoo โ Night view, 0.2 km away
- Hospital Sultanah Aminah โ Hospital, 0.6 km away
- Woodfire โ Restaurant, 0.9 km away
- Kota Jail โ Attraction, 0.9 km away
- Warung Saga โ Hawker food, 1.0 km away
Plan a route with opening times using the Where2Go trip planner.