What to do in Malacca

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Malacca Attractions

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What to do in Malacca

Free Things to Do in Malacca

Leave your purse in the hotel room. It's a snap to occupy yourself in Malacca without handing over a cent.

Chitty Museum - Chock-full of exhibits and artifacts, this place is heaven for inquisitive minds.

Malacca River - Stop by this modern local landmark and take in its unique design.

Malay Living Museum - Roam around this historic attraction and learn a few secrets from days gone by.

Red Square - Discover why both visitors and locals are enchanted by the unique atmosphere of this place.

Air Keroh Lake - Just being near the water is guaranteed to leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed.

Oriental Melaka Straits Medical Centre - If you'd love to see a few of the more important or unique places in the community, start here.

Geok Hu Keng Temple - No matter your religious leanings, this place is sure to inspire a sense of reverence.

Bukit China - Take your camera and let Mother Nature spark a sense of wonder in you.

Melaka Botanikal Garden - Refresh your body, mind and soul by spending time with Mother Nature.

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Malacca on a sunny day?
Soak up the weather (and stretch those legs while you’re at it) with one or two of these top activities:


What to do in Malacca on a rainy day?
With fantastic indoor activities like a Plaza Premium Lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and a Skip-the-Line Access to Petronas Twin Towers & KL Tower to keep you entertained, you’ll barely notice it pouring down outside.
What should I not miss in Malacca?
Head directly toward A Famosa and St Paul’s Church, two sights that lure plenty of visitors from all over the world.
Are there cheap things to do in Malacca?
Keep more of your hard-earned coin in your wallet with these fun and frugal activities:


What can you do in Malacca for free?
Your break in Malacca won’t cost a fortune with free things like these to explore:

  • A Famosa
  • St Paul’s Church
  • Jonker Street Night Market
  • Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall

Popular places to visit

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A Famosa

Learn about the local history of Malacca City when you spend time at A Famosa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

A Famosa
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Melaka Straits Mosque

Learn about the local history of Malacca City when you take a trip to Melaka Straits Mosque. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Melaka Straits Mosque
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Jonker Street Night Market

During your visit to Malacca City, you can do some window-shopping at Jonker Street Night Market. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Jonker Street Night Market
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Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall

During your visit to Malacca City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall
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Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall

During your visit to Malacca City, you can do some window-shopping at Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall
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Malacca Zoo

Meet the animals who call Malacca Zoo home during your travels in Ayer Keroh. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Malacca Zoo
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Menara Taming Sari

You can find out about the history of Malacca City when you stop by Menara Taming Sari. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Menara Taming Sari
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AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre

During your visit to Tanjong Bidara, you can search for that perfect souvenir at AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre
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Malacca River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Malacca River during your travels in Malacca City. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Malacca River

Explore areas of Malacca

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Jonker Walk

5/5Exceptional!(3 area reviews)

Historic sites, shopping, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Jonker Walk. Check out Jonker Street Night Market or Malacca Heritage Centre while you're exploring the area.

Jonker Walk
Local food is painted along this section of the riverwalk in Melaka, Malaysia. I love the bright colors and exaggerated sizes!

Bandar Melaka

5/5Exceptional!(4 area reviews)

Bandar Melaka is known for its stunning river views, and you can plan a trip to Jonker Street Night Market and Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar Moorthi Temple while you're in town.

Bandar Melaka
A wonderfully delicious Indian restaurant with shockingly inexpensive food. Marty's favorite was the banana leaf set meal with chicken! I enjoyed the dosa's and the chicken curry. If you love Indian food, you will love this place! We ate there at least ten times while we were in Malacca.

Bandar Hilir

3/5(1 area review)

Bandar Hilir is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to A Famosa or Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall.

Bandar Hilir
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Taman Kota Laksamana

4.5/5Wonderful!(16 area reviews)

River views, historic sites, and spas are some highlights of Taman Kota Laksamana. Make a stop by Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum or No 8 Heeren Street Heritage Centre while you're exploring.

Taman Kota Laksamana
The Peranakan influence is prominently featured in this hotel cum shopping mall complex. Malacca has progressed from a historic town to a vibrant tourist city.

Taman Melaka Raya

4/5Very Good!(5 area reviews)

While Taman Melaka Raya isn't home to many top sights, Hatten Square and Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Taman Melaka Raya
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Hatten City

Though Hatten City might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Portuguese Settlement and Hatten Square.

Hatten City

Day trip destinations from Malacca

Melaka Historical City showing outdoor art and religious elements

Malacca City

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Port Dickson

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Alor Gajah

Muar

Muar

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Bukit Rambai

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