Kinta Tin Mining (Gravel Pump) Museum

A treasure trove of information on tin mining in Malaysia, specifically in Kinta Valley, a top tin producer in the world at one time. The brainchild of Tan Sri Hew See Tong, a tin miner himself, you can bet that the information offered here is as accurate as can be. Well kept even though the museum first opened its doors back in 2012.

Vast exhibition areas indoors (air-conditioned) and outdoors, at least two hours have to be allocated to really go through the exhibits here and read the information boards, which are in three languages (English, Malay and Mandarin).

The museum is open daily from 9am until 5pm. The entrance fee (ticket) is RM5 for visitors above 17 years old, RM2 for those 6 to 17 years old and free-of-charge for those below 6 years of age.

My visit to Kinta Tin Mining Museum was both enlightening and enriching, offering a captivating glimpse into the historic tin mining industry. The exhibits vividly portrayed the region's pivotal role in shaping Malaysia's economic history. The museum's educational approach made it particularly engaging for youngsters, providing a valuable learning experience about the significance of tin mining in a way that was accessible and interesting. Highly recommend for both history enthusiasts and young learners!

Such a informative place about tin mining. Must visit place in Kampar . The museum was preserved nicely. Got toilets and can feed the fish at the outside . Entrance fee RM 5 person .

History of tin mining during the early days is exhibited here. Very interesting and informative on how tin mining begins. Worthwhile to visit this museum for a small entrance fee. RM5.00 per adult and children up to age 17 is only RM2.00 per child.

Very informative museum. Can see the history of the tin mining process as well as other historical events that happened in the past.

For a free museum, this museum delivers both quality and quantity aspect. They has has many illustrations and mannequins to help in portraying the tin mining history but in the same time, it is compact with details. You can walk around the museum too see the tin miner lifestyle and technology of tin mining. Besides that, the guard of this museum is talkative and friendly towards visitors.

It's a private museum. Rm5 per entry for adult. It's good to know the history of tin mining which basically kick started Malaya economy and until now, still holding the record of No. 1 tin mining industry in the whole world. Guided tour is an extra here because the staffs would approach u to give u the tour if they're not busy with other chores. U r lucky if u r approached with 1. My tour guide is Pow, an intern doing his internship with the mine museum. Good effort from him. Oh yeah, u can try mendulang here. It's fun. Definitely a yes go esp for family and for the knowledge.

A small museum but the contents give a fairly good reflection of how tin mines in Malaysia were managed and operated from the perspectives of the owners, the workers and the govt, including when Malaysia was ruled by the Nipppn Govt.

Entrance is free and the exhibition is huge and very detailed.
We were the only visitors at that time, so we didn't feel rushed.
Tons of pictures and items to look at.

Incredible history documented in this small but significant museum. Worth bringing your children to understand the heritage of the tin mining community and part of the country's once biggest export.

Good place to learn old time mining process

Good educational place with in house guide explaining history.

Worth the time here, they have very detailed introduction of the history and background of Kampar and the Tin industry during the old times. They even have all the records, contract documents and engineering drawings (hand-sketch). Very enjoyable if you wish to explore the history of the Mining industry.

I LOVE museums! They are so organized and makes decision making and understanding of life meaningful. This one in Kampar is no different. The visit to Tualang Kapal Korek merged with this museum completes the pathway of tin ore history in Malaysia well at least in the Kinta region. Private & government museum management complement each other. Well done 👍

Are you keen on knowing the history when Perak is the tin planet to the world? This is a place you could explore and experience instead of googling around the internet. Walls of documents and miniatures plus the real items from used to be tin mines all over Kampar and Perak. Want to know more? Be there!

This is a very interesting museum about the history of tin mining in the Kinta Valley, and Malaysia in greater context. There are various exhibits are actual artifacts as well as models that are created to demonstrate and portrays the tin mining livelihood during its peak period. Entrance fee to the museum is very affordable and visitors can plan to spend a couple of hours here.

We went there the last weekend, arrived around 4pm. Was met by a very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable guide Jackie.

Took us around for 1 hour, and gave a top class lecture on the history of tin mining industry. First class.

Too busy listening to him to look at the exhibits. Will make another trip to do that!

A nice small museum with a great history of mining tin in malaysia. If you like history, this is a nice place to visit. Take your time and read the origin of tin mining in malaysia especially in perak.

Very detailed introduction of the tin mining in Malaysian history. Worth the trip. Good educational tour for both kids & adults. Too bad not much public awareness of this tourist attraction

It was a very educational visit in the Tin Mining.