Places to Visit in Malacca
Landmarks and Places to Visit in Malacca
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.
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. A Prince from Sumatra,
Parameswara – also the founder of Malacca.
Malacca's most famous recreational rainforest is a tranquil
haven for wildlife and natural scenery. Covering an area of about
320 hectares, Ayer Keroh enables you to learn, as you walk through
the trails, the marvellous diversity of plant life and animals
that inhibit this range.
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.
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.
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.
A Famosa Water World
The
A Famosa Water World is the largest water theme park in Malaysia
located near Alor Gajah. Among the excitements found on the park are
speed slides, raft rides, tube slides and a large wave pool.
Every
weekend, it draws crowds from the Southern side of Malaysia who come to
enjoy a splashing good time while exploring Malacca's historical
sights.
Opening
Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday : 11am to 7pm Friday : 9am to 7pm
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays : 9.00am to 9.00pm Closed
Wednesday (except Public & School Holidays)
Address: Jalan Kemus, Simpang Empat, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia
Tel: (603) 2781 8888
Bukit Cina
Bukit
China is situated southeast of Bandar Malacca on a 42-acre hill and is
actually carpeted with more than 12,500 graves. What makes this place
special is that it is the oldest and largest traditional Chinese
cemetery outside China.
Some
graves can be traced back to more than four centuries ago to the first
Chinese immigrants in Malacca. Ironically, this was also the place where
the princess, or concubine, Hang Li Poh (a fact still disputed today)
settled in, having been sent to Malacca as a mark of friendship with the
Malaccan Sultan in 1511. There are also 20 Muslim tombs in the area.
Address: Jalan Puteri Hang Li Poh, Bukit Cina, Melaka
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
The
Cheng Hoon Teng is a historical monument that is recognised as one of
the finest Chinese temples in Malaysia – even receiving a UNESCO award
for outstanding architectural restoration.
The
temple itself is crafted with ornate mythological figures, carvings and
paintings and was built in the early 1600s' by ‘Kapitans' or chiefs of
the Chinese trading community in Malacca.
Address: No. 25, Jalan To’kong, 75200 Malacca
Tel: (606) 282 9343
Christ Church
The
Christ Church was built in 1753 by the Dutch to commemorate a century
of their rule. It still stands today in Malacca city, a landmark of fine
Dutch architecture.
The
beams were constructed from cutting and carving a single tree and have
no joints! The hand-made pews, on the other hand, date back some 200
years. Mounted on its walls are some decorative fanlights and plaques in
memory of those who died of various epidemics.
Yet
another plaque, a wooden one, sits at the rear of the western wall
remembering local planters who did not live through World War II. The
church is indeed a sight for those who love fine structural design.
Address: Jalan Kota Melaka, Melaka
Cultural Museum
The
Cultural Museum was built in 1954 by the British in a Dutch house that
was in turn built around 1660. The museum later moved to the Stadhuys in
1982 before it was finally moved into a RM2.5 million complex in 1986
built by Malaysia's fourth Prime Minister.
The
museum has a collection of 1,350 items; artefacts, prints, photographs
and drawings which represent the history and culture of the Malaccan
Sultanate and migrant communities in the early centuries.
There
are also prints, photographs, decorative arts, costumes, jewelleries,
brassware and ancient weapons on display. The museum itself is housed
within a replica of a Malay palace, built based on sketches found in the
Malay Annals.
Opening Hours: 9am - 6pm (Closed on Monday)
Address: Bukit Saint Paul, Melaka
Tel: (606) 282 6745
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.
Address: Jalan Ujong Pasir, 75050 Malacca Town
Hang Tuah Mausoleum
Hang
Li Poh was a princess who was sent from the emperor of China to marry
the reigning Malaccan Sultan Mansur Shah as a sign of good diplomatic
relations, in mid-15th century.
Her
entourage built the well in 1459 which became the main source of water
for much of the town. It is believed that the well has never dried up,
even in the most extreme of drought.
The
well was also said to have been filled with poison before by the
Javanese during the Dutch occupation and another time by the Japanese
during World War Two.
Today,
it is a famous wishing well and those who throw coins into it are said
to come to Malacca time and time again in the future.
Address: Jalan Puteri Hang Li Poh, Melaka
Tel: (606) 283 6538
Maritime Museum
True
to its nature, the museum is built in a replica of a Portuguese ship,
the 'Flo De La Mar' that sank off the coast of Malacca while on the way
to Portugal.
Here,
visitors can view dioramas and intricately crafted models of ships on
board. There are detailed descriptions of Malacca history and a map that
features actual charts used by Portuguese sailors centuries ago.
Located near the tourist office, the Maritime Muzeum is a great place t visit to learn Malacca history.
Location: 9am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) 9am - 9:00pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Address: Jalan Quayside, 75000, Melaka
Tel: (606) 283 0926
Portuguese Square
The Portuguese Square is the centre of the small
Portuguese community in Malacca, the descendants of the past Malaccan colonists.
The Square feels like a little patch of Portugal with plenty of restaurants, food stalls, pubs and a mini-museum.
On
weekends, the square becomes a hub of activity, as the Portuguese
community put up traditional dances, entertain tourists and celebrate in
style their unique culture.
Address: Ujong Pasir, Melaka
Tel: (606) 231 4343
Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum
The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum at Tan Cheng Lock Street is the ancestral home of three generations of a
Baba Nyonya family.
The building is now a beautifully-designed museum that showcases the unique culture and legacy of Straits-born Chinese.
View costumes, jewellery and other heirlooms pertaining to Baba Nyonya culture here.
Opening Hours: Daily 10am-12:30pm, 2pm-4:30pm
Address: Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 48-50 , 75200 Melaka
Tel: (606) 283 1273
St Peter's Church
Built
in 1710, the church is currently the oldest functioning Catholic Church
in the country. There is also a bell tower which dates all the way back
to 1608 and was made in Goa, India. The church itself was built through
the donations of a Dutchman who presented it to the Portuguese
builders. Every year, the church becomes alive with activity during
Catholic celebrations.
Address: Jalan Bendahara, Kampung Bukit Cina, 75100 Melaka
Tel: (606) 282 2950
Stadhuys
The
Stadhuys is one of Malacca's most recognisable landmarks – Built in
1650, it was the Dutch administrative centre with a clock tower and
painted in bright red.
A Historic and Ethnography Museum with displays of traditional bridal costumes and other relics is located inside.
The building itself has some great architectural details including heavy wooden doors, thick red walls and wrought-iron hinges.
Address: Jalan Gereja, 75000 Melaka
Tel: (606) 284 1934
Taman Mini 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.
Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm
Address: Leboh Ayer Keroh, 75450, Melaka
Tel: (606) 232 1331
Melaka Wonderland
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE!
Melaka Wonderland’s water splashing rides and attractions is filled with a whopping 2 million liters of water.
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Ever
wondered how it feels like to get into a Tornado? Come experience our
Tornado Chaser the first ever in Malaysia. Riders are sent rotating
into a giant ‘bowl’ and then descended through a darkened tunnel and
into the landing pool below.
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Let the race
begin! The Kamikaze Racer is a 6 lane high speed mat ride where riders
race head-first and side by side down the 6 lanes.
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Dubbed
as the 1 Big Wave in commemoration of 1Malaysia, here’s where you
experience gentle rolling waves and beachfront like deck space where
parents can relax while their kids play.
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Come and
experience this slide together as a family. Slide down a 4 storey high
slide in a wide flume with back-to-back curves creating a memorable
experience for each member of the family.
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Simple and yet fun! Our Pony Ride is a single lane slide when a rider slides down to a clear blue pool.
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This
four-storey slide takes you into sloping rapids, twists & turns all
the way down and finally tossing you into a landing pool below.
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The
Anaconda Twist is two twisted and enclosed slide taking its riders into
a dark riding experience with thrilling back to back turns.
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Who says you can’t ride on waves in Malacca?
Come experience the Wave Rider without having to use a surf board.
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Family Jollies features a combination of slides for a splashing good time with your family and friends.
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The Pendulum
is like a ‘Grandfather’s Clock’ shooting its riders up a wall and pause
and fall back to experience a shot of ‘weightlessness’until coming to a
gradual stop.
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This
is a multi-level active water play structure for kids of all ages and
it combines 8 slides into one big play ground. It also features a water
dump waiting to drench anyone in its way!
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Choose a
single or double passenger inflated tube and take a relaxing float down
the Lazy & Crazy River of fun while soaking up the sun.
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To better assist you in choosing
attractions you may wish to experience, each of our rides has been rated
according to the following system. Ratings are based on the intensity,
speed, and directional changes of each individual ride. The Ride's
rating can be found on the Safety sign at the entrance of each ride.
Please be aware of the recommendations and restrictions for each ride.
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Masjid Selat
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Pantai Klebang
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Pantai Pengkalan Balak
Rumah Penghulu Natar -Merlimau
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Zoo Melaka
