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There are so many things to do and attractions in Melaka! Let’s find out what are the things you can do right here in Melaka!

Just for our readers, this is a quick summary of the Melaka attractions in this world heritage city…

1. Traditional Trishaw Rides

Trishaw Rides at Stadhuys / Christ Church Melaka

One of the best ways to cover Melaka has got to be the trishaw rides. You can hope on one of these brightly decorated trishaws at Stadhuys and your trishaw guide will bring you to the tourist attractions in Melaka!

2. Authentic Peranakan Food

Restoran Ole Sayang Malacca Peranakan Restaurant

One of the most authentic and well known peranakan restaurants in Melaka, Ole Sayang serves up some of the best nonya foods at affordable prices. Dont forget to take away some of its famous keropok while you’re there!

3. Historical Museums

To learn some interesting history of how Melaka came to be, the Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum as well as the Melaka Maritime Museum are 2 of the many museums that are strongly recommended!

4. A Famosa Fort

One of the most famous ruins in Melaka, the A Famosa Fort is a must visit attraction!

5. St. Paul’s Church

Interior of St. Paul's Church Malacca — Interior of St. Paul’s Church Malacca

A short walk up the hill from A Famosa is the St. Paul’s Church. From here, you can visit this Melaka Attraction and have a splendid view of the city as well!

6. Jonker Street

To savour some of the best local delicacies, why not head to Jonker Street? Here, you will be able to savour one of the best chicken rice in Melaka and also try out some street foods in the evening. Quaint shops along the street will get your attention as well!

7. Stadhuys aka Red Square

Another must visit attraction here in Melaka has got to be the Stadhuys. Here you can also see one of the oldest church – Christ Church Melaka and also hop on to one of the well-decorated trishaws for a ride about town!

8. Leisurely Stroll along the Melaka River

Graffiti art on houses along Melaka River

To make your Melaka trip more memorable, why not hope on the cruise down the Melaka river? A walk along the river is also strongly recommended!

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Stadhuys Melaka aka Red Square or Dutch square
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A Leisure Stroll along the Melaka River
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Traffic Jams in Melaka : How bad is it really?
Restoran Ole Sayang – One of the most reputable Peranakan Restaurant in Malacca
Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum – Built without nails!
Melaka Maritime Museum – Museum within a Ship
A Famosa aka Porta De Santiago
St. Paul’s Church

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One of the most prominent structure along the Melaka River is this…

This structure shaped like that of an olden day vessel is actually the maritime museum in Melaka!

From atop of the hill at St. Paul’s Church, you can actually see this structure. Intrigued by what we saw, Kate and I ventured towards that general direction (from where we saw the ship) and visited the maritime museum.

There are plenty of photo opportunities around the maritime museum, we were amazed at the sheer size of the ship and how well maintained it was.

Another view of the Maritime Museum Melaka

The entrance fee to the Melaka maritime museum is actually quite cheap at 3RM. We would definitely recommend going in and have a visit because of the wealth of knowledge that the museum offers. Of course it is also a cheap price to get out of the sun if it is a sunny day…

Price of entry into Melaka Maritime Museum

At the ticketing counter, you would be given a plastic bag. Dont be surprised. It is actually used to keep your shoes as the museum itself requires you to remove your shoes before entering into its premise. After crossing the gangway, on the main area, shoes are fine. However, entering into the air-conditioned area, shoes have to be removed…

Entering into the museum, you would find the exhibits quite interesting. It depicts how the port of Melaka at that time came to be and how it was a place where traders came to find trading opportunities. The history was also well recorded of how the Dutch,Portuguese and English came to power here…

Traders from over the world with their goods (Melaka Maritime Museum)

Model of an olden day ship (Melaka Maritime Museum)

Ships from various countries (Melaka Maritime Museum)

Lower deck of the Melaka Maritime Museum

Overall, the Melaka Maritime Museum is a must visit attraction in Malacca and is definitely worth a trip. This is not only because of the excellent photo opportunities with the ship itself but also the wealth of information that the museum offers about maritime powers and history.

If you are a history junkie, the Melaka Maritime Museum is the place for you!

For your convenience, you can now check out the best hotel deals in Malacca right here!

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This post is part of our 3D2N travels in Malacca. Below, you can find other relevant posts covered during this trip!