Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei, Brunei

Cruise Port

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei

Capital and largest city of Brunei.

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Overview

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei is a cruise port in Brunei. It lies on the coast at approximately 4.89, 114.942.

About Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei

Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB) is the capital and largest city of Brunei. It is officially a municipal area with an area of 100.36 square kilometres (38.75 sq mi) and has a population of 72,133 as of 2025 estimate. It is part of Brunei–Muara District, the smallest yet most populous district which is home to over 70 percent of the country’s population. It is the country’s largest urban centre and nominally the country’s only city. The capital is home to Brunei’s seat of government, as well as a commercial and cultural centre. It was formerly known as Brunei Town until it was renamed in 1970 in honour of Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 28th Sultan of Brunei and the father of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei

Pusat Bandar, Brunei skyline
Pusat Bandar, Brunei skyline
Brunei Fireworks & Drone Light Show
Brunei Fireworks & Drone Light Show
Pusat Bandar 19 February
Pusat Bandar 19 February
KgAyer
KgAyer

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 31°C in May and coolest around 29°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
29°
23°
Feb
29°
24°
Mar
30°
24°
Apr
30°
24°
May
31°
24°
Jun
30°
24°
Jul
30°
24°
Aug
31°
24°
Sep
30°
24°
Oct
30°
24°
Nov
30°
24°
Dec
30°
23°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →