Day Trip Malacca

Malacca

Also known as "The Historic State". It is located in the southern region of Peninsula Malaysia. It borders Negeri Sembilan to the north and Johor to the south. The capital is Malacca City, which is 148 kilometres south east of Kuala Lumpur. The journey by taxi via PLUS Highway is about 2 hours 30 minutes. 
This historical city centre has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 7 July 2008. Although it was the location of one of the earliest Malay sultanates, the local monarchy was abolished when the Portuguese conquered it in 1511. At the moment, the head of state is the Yang di-Pertua Negeri  or Governor, rather than a Sultan.

A'Famosa 

The first attraction that we should visit is Porta De Santiago or A'Famosa, a fortress built by Alfonso d'Albuquerqe, a Portuguese admiral in 1511. The fortress was badly damaged during the Dutch invasion in 1641 and was gradually torn down throughout the years until Sir Stamford Raffles, a British official intervened in 1808 and saved what remains of A'Famosa today. 

No admission fee

Stadthuys

The second attraction that tourists must visit is the Stadthuys. Once the official residence of Dutch Governors and their officers, it was built with imposing image featuring salmon red walls, heavy wooden doors and wrought-iron hinges. Today, it houses the Museum of History and Ethnography. Next to it is Christ Church, a Dutch Reformed Church that was constructed in 1753.

Admission fee: RM 5 Adult, RM 2 Child

MELAKA SULTANATE PALACE

Next, is the replica of Melaka Sultanate Palace that was built based on the descriptions provided in the Malay Annals, a literary work that chronicles the history of the sultanate of Melaka. It is a museum that mainly displays exhibits that are related to the culture of Melaka. Other items include a huge diorama depicting a sultan’s court as well as clothing, weapons, stone inscriptions, musical instruments and photographs.

Admission fee: RM 2 Adult, RM 0.50 Child

BABA AND NYONYA HERITAGE MUSEUM

The fourth attraction is typical 19^th century Baroque-style homes of wealthy Chinese families. Furnished with Chinese rosewood furniture with a mix of Chinese, Victorion and Dutch designs, this longish residence has an interior that opens into courtyard that admits sun and rain. This museum was the ancestral home of three generations of Baba and Nyonya family and is situated along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock.

Admission fee: RM 10 Adult, RM 5 Child

MARITIME MUSEUM

The maritime museum, one of the most popular museum in Melaka is housed in a replica of the Flor de la Mar, a Portuguese vessel that sank off the coast of Melaka. The museum has pictorial displays of the history of Melaka, beginning from the Sultanate of Melaka in the 14^th century to the pre-independence era. Inside the museum are models of ships, authentic maps, charts and old iron chests that were once used to store precious cargo.

Admission fee: RM 3 Adult, RM 1 Child

TAMING SARI TOWER

The sixth attraction is the tower that will give you a 360 degrees view of Banda Hilir from the height of 110m above the ground. The naming of Taming Sari is inspired from the most well-known dagger in the Malay world, which was owned by the Malay Warrior Hang Tuah. The tower is only a few minutes away from the Dataran Pahlawan Megamall and Mahkota Parade Shopping complex. 

Admission fee: RM 20 Adult, RM 10 Child

DINING

Before proceeding to the next attraction, it is recommended the tourists to have a taste of local delights such as Satay Celup, Chicken Rice Balls, seafood as well as delicious range of Nyonya, Chetti and Portuguese food.

Restaurants in Melaka

Malay: Asam Pedas Selera Kampong Café Botanikal Medan Ikan Bakar Muara Sungai Duyong Restoran ikan bakar Restoran lot 85	Nyonya: Nyonya Makko Restaurant Restoran Bibik Neo Restoran Ole Sayang Restoran Peranakan
Chinese: Ban Lee Siang Capitol Satay Deocean Seafood Restaurant	Portuguese: De Lisbon Restaurant Papa Joe Restaurant
Indian: D’Tandoori House Restaurant Saravanna Restaurant Selvam Restaurant Sri Lakshmi Villas Restaurant

Malay Kueh

Indian Banana Leaf Set Rice

Malay Delicacy

Nyonya Food

Portuguese Grill Fish

MELAKA RIVER CRUISE

The seventh attraction is the favourite of tourists, local and abroad. The 45-minute Melaka River Cruise passes through the downtown area where you can see old warehouses, shop houses, bridges and Kampung Morten, a traditional Malay village. The return trip passes wharves down river.

Admission fee: RM 10 Adult, RM 5 Child

JONKER STREET

The eight and last attraction is Jonker Street or locally known as Jalan Hang Jebat. It is interspersed with antique shops selling an interesting array of authentic artefacts and relics. Some date as far back as 300 years and can be found among a host of interesting collectibles, each with its own history and mystery. Located in the older section of the city, Jonker Street is popular among bargain hunters and antique collectors.

No admission fee

Transportation Charges

The tour will take about 12 hours. You will be travelling in an executive taxi and the rate is RM700.00. Transpotation charges including taxi fares (to and fro), toll and waiting time.