Kotajail in JB  

When it comes to things to do in JB, Singaporeans usually stick to the tried-and-tested spots like City Square and KSL. But for the daredevils out there who’ve already braved haunted spots like Villa Nabila, here’s something else to add to your list.

Kotajail is a 142-year-old prison turned event space, where you can now stroll through former prison cells repurposed into pop-up bazaars and event venues. It’s a little eerie, a little thrilling, and definitely a change from your usual JB haunts. Here’s everything you need to know about this one-of-a-kind experience.

How do you get to Kotajail from Singapore? 

Kotajail is located in the heart of JB, just a short 10-minute drive from JB Checkpoint.

If you’re crossing the border via public bus, you can also hop on buses T14, F100, and T11 once you get to JB Sentral. The entire journey from the checkpoint takes about 48 minutes. However, we’d recommend booking a ride-hailing service instead.

A former prison with a dark past 

Image credit: @johobaru via Instagram

Built by the British in 1883, Kota Jail is also known as Ayer Molek Prison. It is a relic of Johor’s colonial past, and it sure ...