Half-day city walk route in Malacca (see Figure 1)
Start your adventure at the vibrant Jonker Street (4 minutes walk) ➡️
Dive into history at the Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum (5 minutes walk) ➡️
Marvel at the colorful Dutch Square (1 minute walk) ➡️
Capture the iconic Stadthuys (Red House) (5 minutes walk) ➡️
Explore the regal Malacca Sultanate Palace Museum (5 minutes walk) ➡️
Discover the ancient A Famosa (1 minute walk) ➡️
Climb up to the historic St.
Paul’s Church (9 minutes walk) ➡️
Enjoy panoramic views from Taming Sari Tower (1 minute walk) ➡️
Embark on a scenic Melaka Duck Tours (15 minutes boat ride) ➡️
End your day with the serene Maritime Mosque
⚠️ To directly copy my route to the map, see Figure 4
Map of attractions and food in Malacca, see Figure 2. The screenshot is from the “Liu Shifu” map in Figure 3. This map is highly recommended for traveling in Malaysia, as it provides detailed travel maps for almost all cities. For those who prefer a hassle-free experience, simply follow the map to explore, with attractions, dining options, and routes all included. See Figures 5, 6, 7, and 8. The route in Figure 1 was also created using this map.
Tips Summary
1. From Kuala Lumpur to Malacca (see Figure 9): Take a bus, first by subway to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), then transfer to a bus for a 2.5-hour journey to Malacca station (16 RM). You can buy tickets in advance on easybook or at TBS station. ⚠️ After purchasing online, you still need to exchange for a paper ticket at the station.
2. Jonker Street (see Figure 10): A bustling hub of many restaurants, colorful houses, and picturesque scenes. Don’t miss the lively night market on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
3. Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum (see Figure 11): Ticket price 18 RM, and a filming location of “The Little Nyonya.”
4. Dutch Square (see Figure 11): Free to visit, this square is home to several famous attractions including Christ Church, Melaka History and Ethnography Museum, and St.
Paul’s Hill Church.
5. Stadthuys: The bright red façade is a perfect backdrop for memorable photos.
6. Malacca Sultanate Palace (see Figure 12): Admission is 20 RM (a bit pricey but worth it).
7. A Famosa (see Figure 13): Explore the historical ruins that tell a story of the past.
8. St. Paul’s Church (see Figure 14): The hilltop offers an excellent vantage point to overlook the Malacca Strait.
9. Taming Sari Tower (see Figure 15): Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Malacca cityscape, ticket price 26 RM, which includes a bottle of water.
10. Melaka Duck Tours: The ticket office is next to the Taming Sari Tower (see Figure 16), ticket price 52 RM, the entire journey takes 45 to 60 minutes without getting off, and it reaches the Maritime Mosque after about 15 minutes.
11. Maritime Mosque (see Figure 16): The best time to visit is during dusk and sunset, around 18:30-19:30, for a truly magical experience.
12. The attractions are relatively close and can be reached on foot, but remember to bring a sun hat as it can get quite sunny; you can also use Grab or Bolt for convenient taxi rides.
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