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Berakas

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Practical info — Berakas

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Berakas is a large district rather than a single town; having a rental car or using ride-hailing apps like Dart is essential for getting around.
Dress modestly, especially when visiting government buildings or the convention centre, respecting Brunei's conservative Islamic culture.
Alcohol is strictly prohibited in Brunei; don't attempt to find or buy it in local establishments.
The area can experience heavy traffic during peak hours and school drop-off times, so plan your journeys accordingly.

🍽 Food

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Nasi Katok

Rice, fried chicken, and spicy sambal, an affordable local favorite available at 24-hour roadside stalls.

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Ambuyat

A starchy dish derived from the sago palm tree trunk, meant to be swallowed without chewing; look for it in traditional Bruneian restaurants.

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Kelupis

Glutinous rice rolls wrapped in Nyirik leaves, often sold at local bakeries or morning markets.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Times Square Shopping Centre

A popular mall offering a mix of local and international retail brands and eateries.

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The Mall Gadong

Located just adjacent to Berakas, it's the largest shopping complex in Brunei with a wide variety of shops.

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Berakas Forest Reserve

A great place for a peaceful walk among pine trees and coastal vegetation, though beware of occasional monkeys.

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Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium area

When no events are happening, the outer perimeter is calm and popular for evening jogging.

Berakas is a large and important mukim (sub-district) in the Brunei-Muara District, consisting of two parts, Berakas 'A' and Berakas 'B'. It is an area of national significance as it houses the Brunei International Airport (BWN), the main gateway into the country. Furthermore, several key government buildings are located here, including the Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications and the Ministry of Development. The area is also home to the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, the nation's main sporting venue, and the International Convention Centre (ICC). Berakas is a sprawling suburban area featuring major national housing schemes that house thousands of Bruneians. It is a mix of governmental, residential, and commercial zones, interspersed with large green spaces like the Berakas Forest Recreational Park.