Highlights of Kuching
Highlights of Kuching
Kuching, the capital city of Sarawak, offers delegates a memorable mix of riverside charm, cultural heritage, local cuisine, museums and access to nature experiences. Whether you have a few hours or an extra day, Kuching is a welcoming city to explore before or after SIAC2026.
Places to Explore
Discover Kuching’s riverside charm, cultural landmarks, nature experiences and local heritage before or after the conference.
Kuching Waterfront
A scenic promenade along the Sarawak River with views of city landmarks and local life.
Borneo Cultures Museum
A major cultural landmark showcasing the heritage, history and cultures of Borneo.
Bako National Park
Known for rainforest trails, coastal scenery, wildlife and unique rock formations.
Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
A popular conservation-related nature experience near Kuching.
Sarawak Cultural Village
A living cultural showcase featuring traditional homes, performances and Sarawak heritage.
Main Bazaar & Carpenter Street
A walkable heritage area with local shops, cafés, crafts and traditional streetscapes.
Taste of Kuching
Kuching is well known for its local food culture, from iconic Sarawak noodles to colourful layer cake and traditional local dishes. Delegates may explore cafés, kopitiams, food courts and heritage streets during their stay.
Sarawak Laksa
A rich and aromatic noodle dish often served with prawns, shredded chicken, egg, sambal and lime.
Kolo Mee
A popular dry noodle dish commonly enjoyed for breakfast or lunch, served with savoury toppings.
Kek Lapis Sarawak
A colourful layered cake that has become one of Sarawak’s most recognisable edible souvenirs.
Midin
A local jungle fern often stir-fried with garlic or belacan, commonly found in Sarawak cuisine.
Kuching Food Court Experience
Explore Kuching’s casual food scene through local stalls, freshly prepared dishes and everyday favourites enjoyed by locals.
Local Food Finds
Explore local stalls, cafés and food courts for a wider taste of Sarawak’s diverse food heritage.
Explore Based on Your Available Time
Delegates may use the ideas below to plan short visits before or after conference sessions.
Take a short walk along Kuching Waterfront, enjoy the Sarawak River views and visit nearby heritage streets.
Visit Borneo Cultures Museum, then explore the Old Courthouse area, Main Bazaar and Carpenter Street.
Consider Bako National Park, Semenggoh Wildlife Centre or Sarawak Cultural Village with arranged transport.