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Cheng Ho Cultural Museum
Ollie #1 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Jonker Street
Ollie #2 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 320 reviews

Jonker street is a very attractive place in Melaka. Visitors must go there before you leave Melaka! The street is more happening at every night of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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No 8 Heeren Street Heritage Centre
Ollie #3 of 49 attractions in Melaka
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: Take a journey into Old Malacca within our walls. Step through the doors and visit a fine example of a late 18th century two-storey building. “No 8”...... more » Owner description: Take a journey into Old Malacca within our walls. Step through the doors and visit a fine example of a late 18th century two-storey building. “No 8” houses a permanent exhibit on the conservation and restoration process of the building, as well as a short history of early shophouse and Dutch hybrid domestic architecture. The house is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:30am to 4pm. No entrance fee; but donations are welcome. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
Cheng Hoong Teng Temple
Ollie #4 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
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Baba-Nonya Heritage Museum
Ollie #5 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Art and objects illustrating Malaysia’s wide cultural diversity are on display in this restored home. Tours are by appointment only.
Attraction type  History Museums; Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
Malacca River
Ollie #6 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 170 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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St. Paul's Hill (Bukit St. Paul)
Ollie #7 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 59 reviews
The A' Famosa Fort and landmark St.Paul's Church are two of the many attractions in this district.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Stadthuys
Ollie #8 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 38 reviews
This 17th-century building was the seat of the Dutch administration and now houses a history museum.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; History Museums
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
Red Square (Dutch Square)
Ollie #9 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 62 reviews
The center of town is referred to as "Red Square" because of the Dutch-inspired red buildings.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Chinatown - Melaka
Ollie #10 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 51 reviews
Mansions, temples and antique shops are packed into the narrow streets of the lively Chinatown district.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
St. Francis Xavier Church
Ollie #11 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Monuments/ Statues
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Menara Taming Sari
Ollie #12 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
Gunung Ledang (Mount Ophir)
Ollie #13 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
A'Famosa Fort
Ollie #14 of 49 attractions in Melaka
3.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Owner description: This 16th century Portuguese fort has been mostly destroyed; in its heyday it occupied a massive area and contained numerous government buildings,...... more » Owner description: This 16th century Portuguese fort has been mostly destroyed; in its heyday it occupied a massive area and contained numerous government buildings, churches and hospitals. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Melaka Town Square
Ollie #15 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
This was the town center during Dutch colonial times.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
Malacca Sultanate Palace
Ollie #16 of 49 attractions in Melaka
3.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
This landmark palace has been carefully restored using ancient nail-free construction. A cultural museum is also on site.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Scents & Senses
Ollie #17 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
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St. Peter's Church
Ollie #18 of 49 attractions in Melaka
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews

St. Peter's Church is in the historic city of Malacca. It is the oldest church in Malaysia. The church is built by the descendants of the Portuguese after religious freedom was... more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
Porta de Santiago
Ollie #19 of 49 attractions in Melaka
3.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Only a ruin now, Porta de Santiago is the only remaining gateway of the formerly massive A’Famosa fortress.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar Moorthi Temple
Ollie #20 of 49 attractions in Melaka
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: The Hindu deity Vinoyagar, recognizable by the elephant head, is also known as Ganesg. This temple’s colorful exterior is at odds with its gloomy...... more » Owner description: The Hindu deity Vinoyagar, recognizable by the elephant head, is also known as Ganesg. This temple’s colorful exterior is at odds with its gloomy interior. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
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