A mosque is where Muslims can make their prayers, spread the knowledge of true Islam, and sometimes even nikkah. If you are wondering whether a non-Muslim can enter mosques or not, the answer is yes. Based on the Irsyad Al-Fatwa 271: The Ruling for Non-Muslims Entering the Mosque, “non-muslims are permitted to enter mosques and the main praying area of the mosque, but they must have permission from the mosque’s management and they must take care of their conduct and behave in a way that will not tarnish the sanctity of the mosque. However, any form of praying or worshipping by non-muslims inside a mosque is forbidden” (Luqman, 2018).
Non-Muslims can visit mosques as long as all instructions and permission are followed. However, it is also depending on the regulations of the mosque. Some might not permit non-Muslims from entering the mosque as some might. If you are interested in it, here we provide the list of the 8 Best Most Beautiful Mosques to Visit in Malaysia.
What Tips That You Need to Know Before Visiting the Mosques?
Haven’t visited these most beautiful mosques? Don’t miss your chance this time. What can you look forward to during your visit to these fascinating mosques? The location, attraction and regulations are the things that you can consider before visiting a mosque.
1. Location
You should check the mosque’s location, especially if you are a Muslim running out of time to perform the prayer. We believe you would not want to miss your prayers even once!
2. Attraction
If you are a tourist, find out about the mosque’s attraction. You might want to take such captivating instagrammable pictures with beautiful scenery for your Instagram feed or enjoy any proper activities there.
3. Regulation
Most mosques have regulations that must be complied with, whether the locals or tourists. This is because some mosques have set strict regulations to avoid any problems that can cause disrespectful acts towards such holy prayer places.
8 Best & Most Beautiful Mosques to Visit in Malaysia 2025
1. Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, Shah Alam
The state mosque of Selangor, Malaysia, is the Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque. It is situated in Shah Alam and is the largest mosque in the nation and the second largest mosque in Southeast Asia in terms of capacity. Its enormous blue and silver dome makes it stand out the most.
Address: Persiaran Masjid St., Sekysen 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
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2. Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur
Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur was created in 1908 by A.B. Hubback, the assistant architect for the Public Works Department, and has a unique and appealing aspect. The location served as the first Muslim graveyard in Kuala Lumpur before the mosque was built there. While some graves were excavated during building, others were left in the grave compound. The gardens still have a few antique grave markers.
Operating Hours:
5:30 am – 9:30 pm (Monday – Thursday)
Closed (Friday)
5:30 am – 9:30 pm (Saturday – Sunday)
Address: Jalan Tun Perak, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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3. Masjid Putra, Putrajaya
In the center of the city near Dataran Putra, the mosque is situated on the shore of Putrajaya Lake. An estimated RM250 million worth of construction was finally finished on September 1st, 1999. The mosque was named after Tungku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, the first prime minister of Malaysia.
Operating Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Persiaran Persekutuan, Presint 1, 62502 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya
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Website4. The Federal Territory Mosque, Kuala Lumpur
One of the visitors commented on how impressive the architectural structure and capacity of the Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan (Federal Territory Mosque) was. It is also highly recommended for prayers as well as touristic visits.
Operating Hours:
10:00 am – 4:00 pm (Monday – Thursday, Saturday – Sunday)
10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Friday)
Address: Jln Tuanku Abdul Halim, Kompleks Kerajaan, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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Website5. The Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque, Terengganu
The Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque, often known as the Floating Mosque, is Malaysia’s first authentic floating mosque. It is located 4 km from Kuala Terengganu Town in Kuala Ibai Lagoon, close to the Kuala Ibai River’s estuary. The project started in 1993 and was completed in 1995. It was later opened to the public after the compilation of the Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque.
Operating Hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 1010, Jalan Batu Buruk, 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
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6. Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Known as the “floating mosque”, State Mosque in Sembulan is the second largest mosque and most well-known in Kota Kinabalu. The Nabawi Mosque, the second holiest mosque in Islam, is the inspiration for the building’s design. The dome’s color scheme of blue and gold was influenced by comparable Arabic buildings.
Operating Hours: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Jalan Pasir, Jalan Teluk Likas, Kampung Likas, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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Website7. The Kapitan Keling Mosque, Penang
The Kapitan Keling Mosque, Penang, is a great getaway spot where you may unwind and spend some time alone. The interior design of the aisles is built by a series of horseshoe arches. Meanwhile, the exterior design of the mosque is ochre yellowed. The former Imam Almarhum Al Hafiz Shaykh Datuk Abdullah Al-Bukhari was buried inside the mosque’s grounds at Maqam Nordin.
Operating Hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 14, Jalan Buckingham, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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8. The Zahir Mosque, Kedah
As they say, “Old is gold.” Unquestionably, this mosque is among the most magnificent in Malaysia. This stunning masjid in the town’s center was built in 1912 and is still there up to this day. Moreover, Alor Setar’s main draw is its traditional appearance. These Islamic and Indo-Saracenic architectural mosque styles were created by an architect named Charles Geoffrey Boutcher.
Operating Hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Jalan Kampung Perak, Bandar Alor Setar, 05150 Alor Setar, Kedah
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