One Day Adventure in Melaka

  • 9:00AM: Melaka River Cruise
    10 minutes (2.4km) from Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal

    The Melaka River Cruise is a 45-minutes riverboat tour of the scenic river. Along the way, visitors can see historic buildings, art murals, and the beauty of Melaka.

  • 11:00AM: The Stadthuys
    15 minutes (1.7km) from Melaka River Cruise

    The Stadthuys is the oldest Dutch building in the East. It is a red building that has a clock tower, a museum of history, and several shops nearby.

  • 12:30PM: Break for Lunch at Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant
    10 minutes (1.2km) from The Stadthuys

    If you're looking for tasty Indian food, Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant is a famous spot for locals and tourists. The menu offers food such as mutton tandoori, chicken tandoori, and naan.

  • 2:00PM: A Famosa Fort
    5 minutes (700m) from Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant

    A Famosa Fort is a prominent Portuguese monument in Malacca that is almost 500 years old. It's a great place to take photos and learn about Portugal's history in Malaysia.

  • 4:00PM: Melaka Menara Taming Sari
    7 minutes (650m) from A Famosa Fort

    The Melaka Menara Taming Sari is among the usual attractions in Malacca. It is over 100m in height to view the town, which also spins up and down so that tourists may see the town at various heights.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Melaka River Cruise (45 minutes, RM25)
  • The Stadthuys (1 hour, free)
  • Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant (1.5 hours, RM30)
  • A Famosa Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Melaka Menara Taming Sari (1 hour, RM27)

  • Total Estimated Costs: RM82

Transportation

Most of the destinations listed may be reached on foot, but travelers may opt for Grab car, taxis or buses. The best suggestion is to hire a car for at least a day to get around comfortably. Travel cost will vary depending on the mode of transportation and destination.

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, try visiting Jonker Walk, Dutch Square, or Chinatown for its historic and cultural significance. Meanwhile, if you're short on time, A'Famosa Theme Park, Menara Taming Sari or Sky Tower are great options for a quick visit.

Airports

Malacca International Airport (MKZ) is an airport in Batu Berendam, Malacca, Malaysia. It is located 8.9 km (15 minutes away) from the center of Malacca city.

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