Melaka, or Malacca, is a Malaysian state perched between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. It’s a blockbuster hit among backpackers for its proximity to two of the top Southeast Asian cities and its beautiful touristic spots.

Melaka’s biggest draw is its charming past as a major trading port and Portugal colony during the 1500s. Both can still be traced in many of the state’s attractions. Its capital city aptly called the Historic City, Malacca City, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. Other must-visit sites include the Melaka River, Christ Church, and the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, a 17th Century Chinese temple still in operation. The Dutch Square is another highlight with its attractive Dutch-era buildings mostly painted crimson.

Melaka is accessible by bus from the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur, where most international flights land. If you are coming from Singapore, you may traverse the 250km journey via the North-South Expressway.

1. Melaka River

Location: JALAN GRAHA MAJU ARAS 9, GRAHA MAJU BUILDING, 75300 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

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See also: Places to Visit in Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur Itinerary | Singapore Travel Guide.

More travel tips coming up! In the meantine, enjoy this quick list of attractions and tourist spots in Melaka. To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. I’ve also shared photos from my Instagram feed. Use Instagram’s save feature for quick access to your travel/feed goals.

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2. Christ Church Melaka

Location: Gereja Christ, Jalan Gereja, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Malacca, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

3. Stadthuys (Dutch Square)

Location: Bandar Hilir, 75000 Malacca, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

4. Queen Victoria’s Fountain

Location: Jalan Gereja, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

5. Malacca Clock Tower

Location: 17, Jalan Gereja, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

6. Windmill Dutch Square Melaka

Location: Bandar Hilir, 75200 Malacca, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

7. Bastion Middleburg

Location: Bandar Hilir, 75200 Malacca, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

8. Melaka Straits Mosque

Location: Jalan Pulau Melaka 8, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

9. A’Famosa Fort

Location: Jalan Parameswara, Bandar Hilir, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

10. St. Paul’s Church

Location: Jalan Kota, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

11. Jonker Street Night Market

Location: Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

12. Melaka Food Trip

13. Maritime Museum & Naval Museum

Location: Jln Merdeka, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

14. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple

Location: 25, Jalan Tokong, Kampung Dua, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

15. Kampung Kling Mosque

Location: 75200 Malacca, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

16. St John’s Fort

Location: Jalan Ujong Pasir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

17. Church of St. Francis Xavier

Location: 12, Jalan Banda Kaba, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

18. Bukit Cina Chinese Graveyard

Location: Jalan Puteri Hang Li Poh, Bukit Cina, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

19. Tranquerah Mosque

Location: Jalan Tengkera, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

Where to go near Melaka & beyond

Kuala Lumpur

Location: Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Save on Google Maps.

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Singapore

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What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Melaka that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts!

Places to visit in Melaka

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Note: Destinations featured above are not listed by rank.

Where to Stay in Melaka

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Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons.

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