Melaka Things to Do

 53 Reviews  Standing high on the hill overlooking Melaka and the Straits of Malacca this ruin is woth the climb. besides the long history of this church with its Dutch Tombstones there are the magnificent... 

 41 Reviews  Dutch Square is known for Christ Church and Stadthuys, however it has many other tourist attractions. The Fountain in the centre of the square is beautiful and surrounded by nice landscaping. Erected... 

 41 Reviews  This is a Buddhist temple and dates back to 1646 making it one of the oldest temples in Malysia. Dedicated to Kuan Yin, the goddess of mercy. We found this temple stop interesting not only for what... 

 37 Reviews  Built around 1641 after the Dutch captured Melaka, the building is a reproduction of the former Stadhuis in the town of Hoorn in the Netherlands. Formerly the Town Hall and Governor's residence during... 

 33 Reviews  This museum, formerly being the official home of the Dutch Governors during the 17th century is now used as a museum. We noticed it when we visited St Paul's Church ruins on top of the hill. Located... 

 54 Reviews  St Peter's is the oldest functioning Catholic church in Malaysia having been built in 1710 by descendants of early Portuguese settlers. We stopped for 15 minutes which was enough time to view... 

 17 Reviews  Completed in 1748, the architecture of this mosque is Sumatran with strong Hindu influences. This is particularly evident in the minaret which resembles a pagoda. On closer inspection, you will find... 

 14 Reviews   A lovely way to experience the many quaint streets of Melaka is by rickshaw. They were all cute and decorated with lovely flowers :o) We didn't do it this time as we wanted to walk, but... 

 11 Reviews  The Hang Li Poh's well was dug by an order of Sultan Mansor Shah of Melaka in 1459 especially for his wife Hang Li Poh, a Chinese princess. The water from this well was used for her daily needs only.... 

 7 Reviews   The Malacca Zoo first opened its doors to the public many years ago – in 1963. Thirteen years later, in 1976, the facilities at the zoo were substantially upgraded for the convenience of the public.  

 4 Reviews  This lovely decorated bridge that we passed under leads to the little village of Kampung Morten. I learn't about Kampung Morten from Chia's (chiabh) tips here on vt - thanks Chia. We did not have time... 

 8 Reviews  Although it is fairly easy to get around and see things by yourself I was feeling lazy and did one tour. I used Malacca Mudskipper Best Tours (what a name!) and they were great. As a single female I... 

 3 Reviews  The Malaysian Youth Museum is housed in a historical Dutch building that used to be part of the Dutch Administrative Complex. The building was also used to be a school (Anglo-Chinese School) and the... 

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 Mikebb Says:  Whilst walking down the hill from St Paul's Church ruins to A'Famosa we sighted this small graveyard. Used by the Dutch to bury 6 people during the period 1670... 

 Mikebb Says:  The climb to the top of St Paul's Hill to visit the Church Ruins also gave us the opportunity to gain a "birds eye" view over Melaka. The view towards the... 

 berenices Says:  These days, the Melaka river is merely a shadow of its former self. At the height of its glory 5 centuries ago, the mouth of the river received and transported... 

 berenices Says:  The Melakans love to spoil their feet -- and for good reason too, as the massage in foot reflexology parlors which abound in the neighborhood of Jonker street... 

 Jousy Says:  Many people go to Melaka to eat, walk, take pictures and to buy! What can you buy in Melaka?Many things!! For one, you can get some local stuff like the dried... 

 Askla Says:  In the Jonker Street you'll find lots of shops selling what is called "antiques". In most cases there are no antiques, and if there are then you have to have a... 

 arianne_1504 Says:  The Melaka River can be seen as the beginning of Malacca history, when it was called ‘Venice of the East’ by the Europeans who traveled to it. Its historical... 

 arianne_1504 Says:  Malaysia's oldest traditional Chinese Temple, the Cheng Hoon Teng, is located in Melaka. It has been awarded the honour of outstanding architectural restoration... 

 arianne_1504 Says:  Located at the heart of Melaka, Jonker Street is a narrow alley which was once a wealthy street filled with rich colonial residents. Today it has become a...