Places to Visit in Malacca
Malacca Attractions
Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Malacca is like a journey back in time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Malacca's golden age.Today, there are many historical sites to visit that give you a glimpse of Malacca's glorious past. This is balanced with other modern attractions such as water theme parks and cultural parks.
Latest announcement:
Due to new regulations set by the Malacca State Government, beginning 1st April 2012, in addition to a 6% government tax and a 10% service charge, there will be an additional RM2 fee (the Melaka Heritage Charge) charged for each occupied room per night.
Due to new regulations set by the Malacca State Government, beginning 1st April 2012, in addition to a 6% government tax and a 10% service charge, there will be an additional RM2 fee (the Melaka Heritage Charge) charged for each occupied room per night.
A’Famosa
Although the remains of Porta De Santiago – built by the Portuguese as a fortress in 1511 – are nothing more than a quick photo stop, it is a must for anyone visiting Malacca. The Dutch destroyed most of the fort but what remains today was saved by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1810. The Romanesque architecture as well as the cool breezes wafting through the ruined walls will make your exploration a pleasant one. Read More...
A'Farmosa Resort
Approximately 24km north of Melaka, a little off the road to Kuala Lumpur, is the countryside town of Alor Gajah. The peaceful and grassy Alor Gajah Square – surrounded by a series of cheerily painted shop houses – is located in the town centre. Read More...Tel: (603) 2781 8888
Baba-Nyonya Heritage Museum
At the beginning of the 16th century, merchants and entrepreneurs were lured to Malacca’s shores due to stories of the city’s burgeoning success and wealth. In particular the city saw an influx of Chinese traders who arrived in droves in an effort to escape Manchu rule. Read More...Address: 48-50 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200.
Tel: (606) 283 1273
Bukit Cina
The ancestral burial ground of Malacca’s Chinese community, Bukit Cina – also known as Chinese Hill – is the largest and oldest Chinese graveyard outside of China itself with over 12,500 graves as well as 20 Muslim tombs. Read More...
Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary
Famed for its antiques, especially along Jalan Hang Jebat and Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock where there are many specialist outlets, Malacca is commonly referred to as Malaysia’s unofficial historic capital. Read More...Address: Lebuh Ayer Keroh, 75450.
Tel: (606) 232 0033
Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum
Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum is a gallery housing exhibits about Chinese Ming Dynasty admiral, Cheng Ho (Zheng He). In a warehouse to the north of the Melaka River, the gallery has exhibits on the admiral’s life. Read More...
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Founded in the early 14th century by Parameswara, a Sumatran prince, Malacca quickly became a key port of call for merchants playing the routes between India and China– once the two greatest markets of the world back then. Read More...Address: No. 25, Jalan To’kong 75200.
Tel: (606) 282 9343 or (606) 282 2906
Christ Church
One of Malaysia’s most popular tourist regions, Malacca is the country’s unofficial historic capital. Its lure lies in its meticulously preserved buildings. Read More...
Crocodile & Reptile Park
Crocodile & Reptile Park is set opposite the Melaka Zoo. It is home to more than 200 species of crocs including Siamese, African Dwarf, Humpback and Indian Marsh crocs. It does not compare to Langkawi Crocodile Farm, which has over 1,000 reptiles, but it is still a good place to spend an afternoon. Read More...Location: Pusat Pelancongan Ayer Keroh
Tel: +606 232 2349
D Paradise Malacca
D-Paradise is a concept tropical fruit and aboriginal village cum retreat in Malacca. This park has a host of attractions, while being conveniently located near the highway. Read More...Address: 63, Jalan Solok Uban, Kampung Brisu, Lubuk China, Melaka.
Tel: (606) 552 8010
Dutch Square
Dutch Square is Malacca’s most picturesque spot on the riverfront along Jalan Kota. A favourite trishaw pickup point, it is distinguished by a group of bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings, built between 1660 and 1700, with louvered windows and chunky doors with wrought iron hinges. Read More...
Hang Jebat Mausoleum
Hang Jebat was once the second most skilful member of a band of five warriors, who was unceremoniously killed in a duel of honour by his best friend Hang Tuah. His mausoleum is located along Jalan Hang Jebat near Jonker Street. Read More...Tel: (606) 283 6538
Hard Rock Cafe Melaka Rock Shop
Soon-to-be located beside the 9,000sqft Hard Rock Café Melaka – Hard Rock International’s third Malaysian café – the Malaccan branch of the Rock Shop has temporarily opened its doors at 23 Lorong Hang Jebat. Giving visitors a chance to grab hot tickets items such as its signature rock ‘n’ roll-inspired merchandise, classic collectibles and other hot commodities, this store will move to its permanent home sometime next year. Until then, be sure to check out the range of exclusive Malacca-specific Hard Rock merchandise that can only be purchased at this location – especially noteworthy are the limited-edition Malacca pins!Opening Hours: Daily, 11:00 - 20:00
Address: 23 Lorong Hang Jebat 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Tel: (606) 281 2721
Maritime Museum & Naval Museum
Built in 1990 and housed in a faithful recreation of the Flora de la Mar, a Portugese galleon that sank off the coast of Malacca, the Maritime Museum certainly merits a visit. Scuttle up for an in-depth look into Malacca’s history via old maps, scale-model ships, weaponry and nautical-related accessories and relics. Read More...Address: Jalan Merdeka
Tel: (606) 283 0926
Masjid Tranquerah
Masjid Tranquerah is one of the oldest mosques in the country. Featuring a Sumatran-style façade similar to Masjid Kampong Kling’s the current brick structure is more than 200 years old. It is set approximately two km towards the road leading to Port Dickson, northwest of Malacca town. Read More...
Melaka Botanical Gardens
The Botanical Gardens – formerly known as the Hutan Rekreasi Ayer Keroh – was established in 2006 and is encircled by a forest that contains over 300 species of fauna and flora. The cheesy yet cute thing about this park is the collection of giant stone carvings of prehistoric animals – that were indigenous to this area – scattered all around the park.Tel: (606) 231 6095
Melaka Crocodile Farm
One of the largest crocodile farm in the country, the Malaccan farm has over 200 crocodiles of various species including the Siamese, African Dwarf, Humpback and Indian Marsh.Covering an area of 3.2 hectares, visitors can view the crocodiles from suspended platforms and watch them whip themselves into a feeding frenzy during feeding hours. Read More...
Address: Pusat Pelancongan Ayer Keroh, 75450 Melaka.
Tel: (606) 232 2349
Melaka Raya
Melaka Raya needs no introduction to Malacca’s urbanites and regular visitors, as it is well-known as the definitive one-stop destination for a plethora of dining, entertainment, shopping and accommodation options. Read More...
Melaka River
Once dubbed ‘Venice of the East’ by European seafarers back in those days when the state has yet to be formed, Melaka River is the point where the history of Malacca began. Read More...
Melaka Sultanate Palace
The Melaka Sultanate Palace is a wooden replica of a Sultan’s palace during the ruling era of Sultan Mansur Shah. Housing a cultural museum, it was built based on description taken from the Malay annals of the original 15th Century palace. Apart from the building’s unique design and ornate wood carvings, visitors can also marvel at the numerous dioramas portraying the true palace atmosphere of the era. Read More...Location: Jalan Kota
Tel: (606) 282 7464
Tour Available: Melaka Sultanate Palace
Melaka Wonderland Theme Park
The best way to cool down on a hot and sticky day in Malacca is to do some splashing around at the spanking-new Melaka Wonderland Theme Park & Resort. Built in Ayer Keroh – Malacca’s tourist attraction-laden quarter – the highlights of this multi zone park are its high-speed water slides and thrill rides. Read More...Location: Ayer Keroh, Melaka (approximately 15 minutes from the Ayer Keroh exit toll)
Melaka Zoo & Night Zoo
Kids will enjoy the luxuriantly landscaped Melaka Zoo, the second-largest zoo in the country. With more than 1,200 animals of over 200 different species, it is also the first in the region to display the endangered Sumatran rhinoceros of Gaur and serves as a centre for conservation breeding and wildlife study. The best time to go is at night when the nocturnal animals are up and about. Read More...Address: Hang Tuah Jaya, Ayer Keroh, 75450.
Tel: (606) 232 4053
Menara Taming Sari
Officially opened for business on the 18th of April 2008, Menara Taming Sari is the first and only gyro tower in Malaysia so far. Read More...Tel: (606) 288 1100
Perigi Hang Tuah
The story of the ultimate Malacca warrior, Hang Tuah, is the stuff of legends. Faithfully serving Sultan Mansur back in the 15th century. Read More...
Proclamation of Independence Memorial
The Proclamation of Independence Memorial was built in 1912. Visitors will be able to view a collection of exhibits – displayed in chronological order and divided into several sections – including manuscripts, videotapes and other audio and visual collections which all document Malaysia’s struggle to achieve its independence from the British colonial rule. Read More...Location: Beside A’Famosa fort and the Melaka Sultanate Palace
Tel: (606) 284 1231
Royal Malaysian Navy Museum
The Royal Malaysian Navy Museum is right across the street from the Melaka Maritime Museum. It displays the salvaged remains of 19th century ships that foundered or sank in the Melaka Straits. Originally sited in Lumut it is also known as the Muzium Tentera Laut Diraja Malaysia (TLDM). Read More...Location: Jalan Kotan
Tel: +606 283 0926
St John's Fort
The Fort was originally built as a chapel by the Portuguese but it was eventually renovated into a fort by the Dutch.Sitting on top a hill, the fort is unique in the sense that it was built to defend from inland invaders, rather than the sea. Hence, the canons are faced rather awkwardly towards inland as visitors shall see. Read More...
Stadthuys
This imposing salmon-pink town hall and governor’s residence is Malacca’s most instantly recognizable landmark. Believed to be the oldest Dutch building in the East, it was built shortly after Malacca was captured by the Dutch in 1641. Visit the extensive History & Ethnography Museum, Governor Museum, Admiral Cheng Ho Gallery, Democratic Rule Museum and the Literature Museum. Read More...Location: Town Square
Tel: (606) 282 6526
Tour Available: Dutch Heritage Trails of Malacca
St Francis Xavier’s Church
The story of the ultimate Malacca warrior, Hang Tuah, is the stuff of legends. Faithfully serving Sultan Mansur back in the 15th century, this infamous historical figure had an exemplary record of achievements, which include successfully warding off advances from Siam and Acheh. Read More...
St. Paul’s Church
The ruins of St. Paul’s Church are at the summit of St. Paul's Hill. Built on the site of the last Malaccan sultan’s istana (palace), it was constructed by Portuguese fidalgo (nobleman) captain, Duarte Coelho, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for saving his life during a storm at sea. Read More...
Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple is one of the first Hindu temples built in Malaysia. Opened in 1781, the rectangular-shaped temple is on a plot of land that was donated by the religiously tolerant Dutch back in the day and features a Dutch architectural style. Read More...
Taman Mini Malaysia & ASEAN
Located in Ayer Keroh, the Taman Mini ASEAN is a theme park dedicated to showcasing the culture of Southeast Asian countries including Malaysia.Visitors can view replicas of traditional Malaysian houses and other Southeast countries as well as handicrafts, costumes and models of world-famous monuments and scenery. Read More...
Address: Leboh Ayer Keroh, 75450, Melaka
Tel: (606) 232 1331
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