Vacation In Malacca
Welcome to Vacation In Malacca, Malaysia. The exciting city in tropical Southeast Asia is the birthplace of Malaysia coffee and is one of the most important historical cities of Malaysia. Named after one of the Malay kingdoms that once existed on the territory of Malacca City, it is a great mix of cultures, architecture and history. It also means that you’ll find here everything you need to make your trip full of adventure and unforgettable memories!
Vacation In Malacca is a land where you’ll find unique culture and colonial buildings. This place is also known for its food due to the vast array of recipes you’ll have been introduced to. If you’ve got the money, I recommend staying at one or two star hotels which are available for around MYR 50 to MYR 200 per night. Holiday Inn, Ibis Hotel and The Hilton Hotel are some of the more popular ones available in the city.
Malacca is historical town in Malaysia. It offers a lot of sightseeing attractions to tourist / traveler. There are many good and cheap hotels in this city . Have enjoyable holiday with your friends and family.
Malacca is a state of Malaysia located on the west coast as part of the Straits Peninsula. It is bordered by Negeri Sembilan to its north and west, and Johor to its east. One of the most popular destinations within Malacca is the Malacca Historical Theme Park or Taman Mini. Within this theme park, you can learn a lot about Malacca’s history and also enjoy various rides for both children and adults alike. Located not far from the intersection of Jalan Bendahara, Jalan Residency, and Jalan Kota Laksamana, Old Town White Coffee is a must-visit destination when vacationing in Malacca City. Serving up delicious Western-style coffee and other drinks, Old Town White Coffee isn’t just popular among guests in the vicinity, but it’s also appreciated by those visiting from out of town.
Vacation In Malacca
As one of the historical towns in Malaysia, Malacca is a special place where you can experience the feeling of bygone era. It is a very important tourist attraction that has unique features to offer.
Melaka, also known as Malacca or Malacca, is a city in southern Malaysia. A surprisingly nice city that we almost skipped. But Melaka is definitely worth it! Here you will find culture, good food and you can see the influence of the Netherlands on Malaysia. In this travel guide about a Melaka trip, you will read about the eight best activities and sights and you will find a number of nice hotels in the centre of Melaka.
Melaka!
Melaka is a nice city just a two-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur. We initially did not plan to visit Melaka (or Malacca as it is often called). But we are so happy that we did! The city really surprised us with cool street art, nice shops and great food.
Melaka is a lot bigger than we expected, the city is quite extensive, although almost all the sights are in the centre. We also noticed how clean the city is. It sometimes reminded us of Japan!
Did you know that Melaka was called Malacca until 2017? The government decided to change the name in 2017 (it is not clear why exactly). Yet you still see the old name in many places.
How many days do you need for a Melaka trip?
Melaka itself is quite a big city, but the activities are centrally and mostly within walking distance of each other. They can be done in one or two days. Only the Melaka Straits Mosque is further outside the centre. If you want to do all of the activities below, we recommend that you spend two days in Melaka.
Things to do in Melaka!
Melaka is a tourist spot at the weekend when many Malaysian tourists visit it for a day trip. However, during the week it is pretty quiet here. You can walk around freely on Jonker Walk (the central street where everything happens) and there are more than enough hotel rooms available. However, keep in mind that some restaurants and shops are closed. We stayed three nights on weekdays in Melaka and found the peace wonderful. Unfortunately, we had to miss the night markets, these only take place at the weekend. Read about our 8 favorite things to do in Malacca below!
Below the eight best things to do in Melaka!
1. Visit Dutch Square, the old Stadthuys and Christ Church
Melaka has been a Dutch colony for 183 years. And that is clearly reflected by the architecture on Dutch Square. This is a square in the centre where the old post office, the old town hall and the old church are located. The buildings were initially white, but when the British conquered Melaka, they painted everything red. The entire square is now bright red. In addition to the Dutch architectural style, there is a replica windmill here and you will find some dutch cows on the square.
2. Enjoy the Nyonya cuisine, the local food in Melaka.
Melaka is known for its delicious food, called Nyonya. This is a fusion between Chinese and Malaysian dishes that are quite spicy. Because of the location of Melaka, which used to be a trading city with many Chinese traders, China has had a major influence on Melaka and its cuisine. If you walk around Melaka, you’ll see restaurants offering “Nyonya food” everywhere. You have not really visited Melaka when you haven’t tasted their cuisine! Scroll down to find the restaurants that we recommend.
3. Wander around St. Paul’s Church and A Famosa Fort
Behind Dutch Square, there is a hill where there used to be a fortress. You can still find a number of historic buildings here. The most beautiful is St. Paul’s Church. This church was built by the Portuguese (who also ruled here for a while) and is full of Dutch gravestones.
Just behind St. Paul’s Church is the only remnant of the A Famosa Fort. This is a very old (and unfortunately poorly maintained) building that was part of the fort built by the Portuguese. The only thing left to see of this fort is the gate, which is also called Porta de Santiago.
4. View the Melaka Straits Mosque
On the beach of Melaka, you will find a magnificent mosque, the Melaka Straits Mosque. The colours (white, blue and gold) in combination with the sea make this a beautiful place that you absolutely must-see. The best view here is during sunset.
5. Shop on Jonker Walk or visit the Night Market at the weekend
Jonker Walk is the main street of the tourist centre. You will find nice boutiques, restaurants and small museums here. The popular Jonker Walk Night Market takes place here at the weekend. Be sure to walk into one of the side streets, where you will find temples, mosques and many authentic houses. Extra tip: a new shopping district is currently under construction, just behind the Melaka Straits Mosque. The buildings are already there, just like a few shops and restaurants. The facades are built in Portuguese style and each store has a different (pastel) colour. Nice to see!
6. Admire the Sultanate Palace
The Sultanate Palace is a wooden replica of the real palace of Sultan Mansur from the 15th century. It is made according to traditional building technology with associated material. Nowadays the palace houses a cultural museum called Malacca Sultanate Palace Museum.