If you are looking for an interesting place to hang out during your weekend but do not want to travel far…
Wondering where to go?
There are plenty of places waiting for you to explore in JB and most importantly its just near to JB Sentral!
We have concluded a few TOP PICKS from the locals, that is the MUST visit place for travelers.
1. Skyscape Johor Bahru
34th floor height of stunning sky view located at Jalan Wong Ah Fook. It is just 5 minutes walking distance from JB Sentral where it attracts a lot of tourists and locals.
Skyscape is located at the top of Menara JLand building, so do not be surprised if you meet white collars entering this building.
Credit: Skyscape JB
The ticket included 2 hours of viewing tour and their LED Tunnel and VR games. Great spot for photographer for scenery shooting and KOL for their Instagram posting.
For professional photographer, there are 2 pro telescopes that can be use up to 75x magnification to satisfy your close-up viewing
Notes:
Sky bridge has several time entries per day to avoid overwhelming capacity
Last Entry on 4pm
Each visitor required to purchase shoe cover for RM1/pair
2. Cafe Hunting At Jalan Dhoby & Jalan Tan Hiok Nee
Various types of cuisine and design of café for you to enjoy your daily posting feed and café craving!
Strongly recommend for café hopping tour if you are coming in a group of youngsters!
There are a lot of cafés near JB Sentral where social media KOL can get amazing photos for their posting and feed!
3. Flowers In The Window
Looking for a place to chill and rest? Check out this cafe, stylish vibe and reasonable pricing!
Wide types of food to choose, from main course to dessert, from western cuisine to chinese cuisine
4. Jimylicious Cheesecake & Cafe
Cheese lover would highly recommend to visit here! Enjoy your hightea or take some KOL pictures at their photo spot
5. Ah Ma Teochew Kuih
Kuih lover would definitely know about this shop! Various of traditional kuih you can get from here!
6. Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory
Singaporean must be very familiar with this bakery, long queue but worth the waiting time!
Credit: Sunway Hotel
7. Pasar Karat
Night market that operates until late night as late as 2am. Best spot for a night cat to hangout!
Cafés street operate in the daytime, but the street will be TRANSFORM into full of street stalls when the night falls.
The whole street is closed for this night market, you can look for good steals and a lot of types of clothes, antiques, jewellery, accessories, shoes from price RM5-RM50.
Do train your bargain skill here at Pasar Karat, as most of the stalls are open for bargain to a lower pricing.
There are also food stalls here but most of them are small bites and snacks. Visit Pasar Karat after your dinner and leave some space for bites.
8. Zoo Johor
Oldest zoo in Malaysia that was built back in 1928, where you can find more than 100 species of animals here.
Great spot for your family along with children to have a short weekend vacation here.
Introduce your children with different animals which include tiger, lion, elephants, hippo. camels, giraffes, more and more.
Perfect real-time experience for their learning.
There are also other activities here such as animal close-up photo shooting and also a mini lake for boating.
9. Istana Besar Tour
Istana Besar is now operating as a museum named Royal Abu Bakar Museum.
It mainly showcases the collection of antiques and historical items of the Royal Family.
Fit yourself into the atmosphere of the Malay and Western agriculture styles, and enjoy the historical building which was once the home of the Sultan of Johor.
10. Heritage Tour at Dhoby Street and Tan Hiok Nee Street
Historical lovers may know these streets as the centre of The Old Town in JB.
Streets are filled with many heritage designs of buildings and unique design structures.
Visitors can spend their day by enjoying the mixture of cultural buildings, vintage vibe or photo shooting of the arts of JB Old Town.
Recommend to visit at weekends as there will be less vehicles on the street. Remember to bring along your umbrella to prepare for the unpredictable weather.
Remarks:
Recommended to visit at daytime as the street will be blocked and transform into PASAR KARAT at night.
11. Shopping Mall Craving
People that love indoor activities would lose themselves at the nearest shopping right after JB Sentral.
City Square Mall and Komtar JBCC are just 2 minutes away from JB Sentral.
Visitors can basically find everything in the malls from food, beverage, daily essential stuff, clothes, boutique or any needs that you are looking for.
You can even have a short relaxing massage treatment in the mall before you start your day trip.
Who says that you cannot gain happiness from shopping!
12. Istana Bukit Serene
If you are looking for any landmark in JB, you shall visit to JB Landamrk Istana Bukit Serene.
People usually come at evening to take pic along with the sunset view.
Have a short walking here also romantic for couples
13. Johor Bahru Ancient Chinese Temple
One of the oldest chinese temple you can visit in JB.
Big potted plants and big tubs are positioned around the walls as you go along the exterior gardens.
This is a popular location for tourists to stop and snap pictures.
Mount Austin Water Park: Launched on 19th December 2015, Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park is one of the must-see destinations in Johor Bahru.
It is popular water park located in Mount Austin area.
Local people called it as Mount Austin Water Park.
It features waterpark, adventure park and sports & leisure park.These parks offer you the wildest summer experiences you can ever have in Malaysia.Perfect for family holidays and friends gatherings, it’s an inviting place where you can spend quality bonding time with your loved ones.
You’ll never get bored in here as it offers too much. Let’s explore Mount Austin place together!
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Austin Height Water Park (Mount Austin Water Park)
1. “Hola-Flora”TOTs Play Mount Austin Water Park
Take pleasure in this creative spray park especially when the weather is hot. Specifically designed for tots, this spray park will keep your children cool with the spraying and squirting of water from numerous colourful water showers.
Splashing around with other kids, your little ones will burst into giggles. Definitely a safe and fun place for children. Suitable for all ages.
2. Splash World Mount Austin Water Park
Sprinkles, slides, tube slides and “heavy rains” from bucket located on top have made up this fantastic Splash World. It’s always the children’s all time favourite as happiness and fun are the only things that exist in this magical place.
By offering incredible fun, you can hear the kids screaming in excitement from distance. Quick, bring your little ones here to enjoy unlimited splashtastic fun!
Challenge your friends and family to race on this high speed slide with 6 racing lanes.
You need to ride on a mat with your head plunging into the track. Started off at an extremely high location, the first racer crossing the finish line with a cool splash landing will be the champion of this thrilling race. The race will have you screaming in fun.
4. Yellow Wall Mount Austin Water Park
Indeed one of the most thrilling slides they offer to you. It projects you high up to a giant slide after soaring through individual slides at full speed. At the giant slide, you will experience zero gravity with its intense steep slope.
Control directions by gliding yourself left or right or else you might find yourself dropping only at the edge of the big yellow wall.
Get ready for an incredible ride. Feel your adrenaline rush as the slide takes you for loops in the dark at pulse-pounding speed.
You will experience the fun of twisting and turning and even indulge in the rotary-rainbow effect throughout the ride. At the end, the ride will send you plunging down to Lazy River in a dazzled state.
6. G-Force Alley Mount Austin Water Park
Experience short moments of “flying” in the air. This long air tube features numerous curves that will throw you high up and later crash you down along the ride.
The “G” stands for gravity, which simply means that this alley renders you the sensation of zero gravity. A kindly reminder: Be prepared for exhilarating ups and downs!
7. Uphill Battle Mount Austin Water Park
Pick a partner and hold on tight! Simply sit on an edgeless tube and let the journey begins. The slide will have you gliding in excitement and cheering and screaming with fun. It raises your heartbeat like no other slide can offer to you. Perform stunts while sliding your way – if you dare.
Begins with a fully enclosed chute that slides you down, you will be entering an extremely huge bowl at full speed.
After spinning and spiralling around the bowl for several turns, it takes you blasting through a narrow tube which is the exit of the bowl. Similar to all of the slides, you will experience a splash landing but with a slower speed this time.
9. Austin Wave Pool Mount Austin Water Park
Catch ocean-like waves at the Austin Wave Pool, a giant sized pool that offers no end fun to all. A simulated wave system is designed to produce different wave patterns to entertain you all.
All ages can grab a tube and share the same excitement. For safety, non-swimmers and children should be attended by adults.
10. Lazy River Mount Austin Water Park
Grab a tube and hop on to the Lazy River. Here, you are allowed to be lazy and carefree where no other place can offer you the same sensation. You will be floating around, enjoying the sunshine and let all your stresses float away. Sitting in the tubes and guided by gentle current, everyone finds this slow motion river a relaxing and pleasant activity.
If you feel hungry in the parks, head to Tropical Cabana for meals. It opens all day long and awaits you to appetizing examples of dishes. The environment is specifically designed for a gentle relaxation.
Reserve a seat in this restaurant and you need not to queue up for meals. BBQ area is provided for quality bonding time.
12. Summer Breeze Bar Mount Austin Water Park
Whatever interesting activities you’ve filled your day with, here is a place that you can refresh yourself. Besides being a shady spot that offers cool refreshment, the friendly bartenders can entertain the patrons while serving the drinks. Techno music are played to create a relaxing ambience. Simply quench your thirst before you continue your adventure in the parks.
13. Groundbreaker Rock Venue Mount Austin Water Park
Where can you find music blends into nature perfectly? The answer is Groundbreaker Rock Venue! Located beside wave pool, it’s ready to rock out concerts and parties at night. The spotlights and unique concert’s lightning create an elegant and wonderful ambience to entertain the concert goers. Come, let’s scream, shout and cheer for your favourite idols here.
14. Mini Bite Food Cart
Snack carts can be found in different spots of the parks. Fully stocked at all time, it supplies wide array of yummy goodies at affordable price. Anytime can be your snack time and the snack time could be your best time of the day. Simply stop by the cart for a quick bite. After that, keep going on with your adventure.
Austin Heights Adventure Park
1. Zip line & Super Zip line
Zip line has a cable mounted on slope and a pulley suspended on it. Hold the lanyard provided tightly and enjoy sliding down the slope in excitement.
2. Tunnel Crossing
Setting high off to the ground, the tunnel offers a thrilling experience for users to crawl through. Don’t be afraid as there is a lifeline attached as you crawl through it.
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3. Rope Trapeze
Rope Trapeze, series of U-shaped hanging ropes, is ready to test your balancing skills. In order to cross the rope, step on each rope carefully and balance yourself well by holding the ropes tightly.
4. Jamor Crossing
In Jamor Crossing, you’ll find series of logs tied firmly to the railings with ropes. By holding the green line railing on both sides, step on the logs carefully or else you may fall.
5. Pnotta Bridge
Single rope is the bridge that you need to cross over. Bring yourself over by stepping on the rope. A lifeline is attached on you and you may put your hands on it.
6. Pirate Crossing
Pirate Crossing has a mesh of net hanging in the air. Cross net by climbing over step by step with your hands in the nets. Lifeline is attached on you.
7. Needwood Crossing
You are required to cross the boards of woods arranged apart from each other. Hold tightly to the green lines on either side to cross the woods.
8. Half Criss Crossing
Half Criss Crossing boasts numerous planks arranged in a narrow path. The user is needed to cross the planks with their hands grasping the green line railing on both sides.
Cross the Tic Tac Toe shape-liked planks which are arranged in the order of either left or right. With your body attached to lifeline and hands on green lines on sides, you can cross the planks safely.
10. Small U
With your hands on the lifeline which is attached on you, cross the narrow net folded into U shape carefully. You’ll be enclosed by the nets.
Austin Heights Sport & Leisure Park
1. Tropical “Ice-Skating” Rink
Have you ever dream of ice-skating? Tropical Ice-Skating Ring can make your dream come true. Experience ice-skating first hand and explode your wildness to slide on the ice. All ages can share the same excitement. However, for amateur, beware of falling countless times.
2. Drift in Austin
Is it thrilling to watch professional drifting? We all know that it’s way too cool! Now, Drift in Austin offers brand new M7 Drift, a fast go-kart for you all. In here, you can drift all the way you want.
3. Jump Street
Jump Street is a large-scare trampoline park where everyone can jump as high as they want. This indoor trampoline centre is available for several activities, such as dodge ball and slam dunk. It offers you gravity-defying experience which shouldn’t be missed out!
Tips for Visitor Fun
Locker can be rent for full day.
No food is allowed in waterpark. There is canteen to satisfy your tummy.
Hide the GoPro as staff will stop you down.
It takes 5 minutes’ walk from Prince33 Hotel to Austin Heights Water Adventure Park
Check for promotions and latest updates at www.funtime.my
Austin Height Water Theme Park Ticket Prices
Austin Water Theme Park Ticket Price
Adult: RM80/pax (120cm and above)
Child: RM70/pax (120cm and below)
Senior Citizen (Aged 60 & Above): RM70/pax
Toddler: RM12/pax (below 3 years old)
Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park Info Address: No. 71, Jalan Austin Heights 8/1, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia. Contact: +6019 – 716 3183 / +607 – 360 3000 Facebook
Only had a day off from work but doesn’t know where to go?
Why not soak yourself in a land of abundance culture, history and gastronomical delight?
Malacca was once a thriving trading port. Today it is teeming with history!
While it no longer enjoys the glory days of centuries gone by, it still is a melting pot of cultures that came to establish themselves through ancient conquests and trade.
In 2008, the city was awarded a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its unspoilt architecture of the old town and its glorious history.
A day trip to Malacca will definitely be a great day out, especially when you do it in a group; family, friends or colleagues.
There are plenty of attractions to fill up your day and whet your appetite for a repeat visit.
6 Recommended Itineraries For Malacca ONE Day Trip
Itinerary 1 – St. Paul’s Church –> A’Famosa Fort –> Dutch Square –> Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum –> Cheng Hoon Teng Temple –> Shore Sky Tower
Itinerary 2 – Cheng Ho Cultural Museum –> Menara Taming Sari –> St Paul’s Church –> Dutch Square –> Straits Chinese Jewellery Museum –> Shan Shu Gong –> Jonker Street Night Market
Itinerary 3 – St. Paul’s Church –> Stadthuys –> Upside Down House Malacca –> Maritime & Naval Museum Malacca –> Menara Taming Sari –> Alto Sky Lounge@ Hatten Hotel
Itinerary 4 – Taman Mini Malaysian & ASEAN –> Malacca Wonderland and Theme Park –> Malacca Bird Park
Itinerary 5 – Coral Wonderland Malacca –> Upside Down House Malacca –> A’ Famosa Fort –> Stadthuys –> Malacca River Cruise
Itinerary 6 – Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum –> Straits Chinese Jewellery Museum –> Jonker Walk –> Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple –> The Shore Sky Tower
Malacca Popular Tourists Attraction Places
1. A’Famosa Resort Malacca
This resort is named after the famous fort built by the Portuguese to protect Malacca from invaders. A’Famosa Resort Malacca is set in a lush countryside with tropical greenery as far as the eye can see.
It is one of the region’s most sought-after leisure spots and it welcomes thousands of visitors every year. The resort is easily accessible as you will see the resort when driving on the North-South Highway.
Coming from Singapore, it is a four-hour ride from downtown Singapore including the time it takes to navigate through customs and immigration at the causeway.
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Visible from the North-South Highway, A’Famosa Resort is a short distance away from the historical town of Melaka. It is just a mere hour drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and one and a half hour drive from Kuala Lumpur.
Are you in Malacca for business or pleasure? This luxury resort will answer to both cases. It is built on all of 1,300 acres and there is a championship golf course of international standards here among other attractions.
Attractions
The championship golf course: The golf course was designed by the master golf course architect Ross C. Watson, an Australian. It has beautiful greens and fairways fringed by tropical coastal flora. There are 27 holes overall at the golf course. The clubhouse has the best panoramic views of the whole resort as it is built on high ground. Here you will find fine dining, a business centre and VIP accommodation.
Animal World Safari: This is a fantastic place to see animals roaming in the wild, right inside the resort. There are tigers, lions, racoons, giraffes, rabbits and lemurs, and also their own Monkey Island.
The Water World Theme Park: Here you will find some of the best rides in all of Malaysia as well as many more water games and exciting activities for children and adults alike.
Accommodation: There is plenty of accommodation here. You can choose to have rooms or suites at the Resort Hotel, the villas or at the Condotel.
Cowboy town: Here, you will find enacted Wild West shows featuring almost real-life cowboys. The shows are exciting and they will leave you breathless.
Address: Jalan Kemus, Simpang Empat, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka(Malacca), Malaysia Contact: +606-552 0888 Opening Hours: Water World:
Monday to Friday: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Sat, Sun, Public & School Holidays: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Closed on: Every Tuesday except Public & School Holiday Animal World Safari:
9:00am – 5:00pm Old West Cowboy Town:
6:00pm – 12:00pm Facebook
2. Melaka Wonderland Theme Park & Resort
Malaysia has some of the best theme parks in all of Southeast Asia. The Melaka Wonderland Theme Park & Resort is one of the best in Malaysia itself, it is also the latest addition to the theme parks that are already in Malacca. The theme park is located in the beautiful and exotic tourist area of Ayer Keroh, Malacca.
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The theme park is a wholesome collection of fun activities for everyone. Adults, teens and children will all have a fabulous time here and the memories will last you, your family and friends for a long long time. Set in natural surroundings, the greenery is enchanting as the water rides and slides are exciting.
The Melaka Wonderland Theme Park and Resort spreads across 360 acres of land which means that everything is not crammed in one place. It is ideal for a leisurely day out for family or groups of friends.
Attractions
The Tornado Chaser: A wild water slide where you will be thrown into a swirling pool after a fast ride down. It is the first of its kind in Malaysia and the memories of this ride will not fade for years. It is the most popular slide here and people come from far and wide for the extraordinary experience.
Lazy cum Crazy River: A slow-moving river with numerous twists and turns and plenty of fun activities for the young and the young at heart.
1 Big Wave pool: This is a beachfront like-place where gentle waves lapping the shore that kids love to play in very much. You can sit and relax or you can opt to join in the fun too.
Adventure Island: This is an island of fun for children of all ages. It is an 8 slide complex made to be one great play area that kids really love.
Natural Recreational Forest: This is a lush forest with local tropical foliage where a nature walk is always rejuvenating and a beautiful place to take pictures of the memories.
Address: Lot PT 17178, Lebuh Ayer Keroh, Hang Tuah Jaya, 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka, Malaysia. Contact: +606-231 3333 / +606-231 1119 Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday to Sunday, School & Public Holiday: 9:00am – 7:00pm Closed on: Monday except during public & school holidays Entrance Fee: Weekday:
Malaysian: MYR33.20 (Adult), MYR26.05 (Child)
Non-Malaysian: MYR45.00 (Adult), MYR37.90 (Child) Weekend:
Malaysian: MYR37.90 (Adult), MYR32.00 (Child)
3. Jonker Walk – Famous Night Market
Jonker Walk is a street in Malacca right in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a famous street globally for its rich collection of authentic antiques, the cultural aspect and the architecture; most of the shop buildings here are from the 17th century which makes them several hundred years old.
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Lovers of antique items will always come to Jonker Walk as part of their Malaysian itinerary. Visitors come from far and wide, all over the world for the best bargains of items and jewellery of bygone eras.
In the Dutch colonial period, it was the street in which the servants of Dutch masters had their homes. Soon the well-heeled locals started to live in the area and they opened shops as well.
The street has a strong Chinese influence; there is even a Chinatown owing to Chinese immigration over the centuries.
Attractions
The weekly market: The Street is closed to traffic on all Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. This is to allow the market to thrive and it does this very well between 6:00pm and midnight. It is here that traders will display their wares and invite you to see and buy.
The antiques: It is on Jonker Walk that you will find genuine antiques from the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British colonial periods. You will also find ancient Chinese items on this street. There will be a wide collection of fabrics, jewellery, wooden clogs, arts and crafts and other memorable items at prices you will not get anywhere else in the world.
Jonker Street Food: It has some of the best eateries in Malacca. It is at the end of the street that you will find Geographer’s Café, a famous place for great drinks and Nyonya food in Malacca.
Address: Jonker Street Night Market, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Friday to Sunday: 6:00pm – late
4. Air Keroh Lake
The Air Keroh Lake is the place to visit if you are looking for a great water sports venue. The lake, clean, calm and vast is a great place for people who want to play in the water in a serene and attractive environment.
It is set in a splendid tropical environment and it is green all around. One of its best attributes is that it is only 11 kilometres from the Malacca city. This makes it ideal for people who are visiting the city but want the calmness of the countryside for part of their tour.
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This is an ideal place for lovers; there are cabins and huts for rent if you want to extend your stay at the lake. There are also facilities to ensure that it is family friendly. For a group coming from Singapore or Johor Bahru, it is only a few hours ride by car.
Attractions:
Water sports: Do you enjoy sailing? This is the place to be when you want a great day on the water. Here you will find safe, clean and reliable sailing boats that will soon have you feeling the wind in your hair as you skim over the lake. You will also find canoes and boats all for rental at the shore.
Fishing: Have you ever had the urge to catch your own dinner? You can do that at Air Keroh Lake. With a rental boat and some necessary equipment, you can have a part of the lake as your own where you can spend some quiet time with a friend or loved one floating on the water. With luck, you can catch some fish as well.
Other facilities: Other facilities you can enjoy include a large playground, jogging paths and kiosks where you can buy some good food and cold refreshments.
Address: Jalan Ayer Keroh/15 km east of Melaka Town, Melaka, Malaysia
Most tourists will prefer to walk around the city and attractions near Jonker Street as most historical places are within a small radius. For attractions outside town, most visitors will prefer to drive around.
There is an alternative way to make tours more interesting in and out of town; riding a mountain bike around the attractions.
Malacca is known for its historical significance, but there is a whole world of beauty and adventure beyond the UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are many beautiful rubber and palm plantations stretching on and on and one of the best feelings is to feel the wind on your face where you are riding in a green plantation or open fields.
Malacca On Bike-Day Tours has been giving guided tours since 1999, cycling through villages and whiffing the taste of ‘real’ Malacca is another experience one should try!
Attractions
The bikes are well maintained, safe and reliable. They will take you all over the city and to the other attractions beyond. The freedom you feel when riding a bike on a guided tour makes for a great day out with your family and friends. The bikes are rented out depending on the duration you want. You can opt for a short ride of about 3 to 4 hours or a whole day package.
You will be provided with helmets for safety and the guides are well informed about the best sights of the terrain and they are also friendly and helpful.
Address: 117, Jalan Tiang Dua, 75460 Tiang Dua, Melaka, Malaysia. Contact:+606-267 1539
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6. Malacca River – Relax and Nice View
Malacca River is a slow-moving river that cuts across the city. This is one of the best things to do in Malacca that you should do after getting to Malacca. This tour will let you get a good overview of the city whether you choose the walk or ride on a cruise.
Have a slow and entertaining view of the city while cruising down the river. You may choose to ride either in the morning, afternoon or evening. The evening cruise is the most attractive one as every shop is lit up with colourful bright lights whereas the twinkling sparkle from the reflection of water makes the city glow!
If you choose to walk, you will find that it is clean, safe and easy to walk even when you are in a group or with small children. The graffiti here along Jalan Kampung Hulu is colourful and intriguing and lovers of street art will find plenty to look at and enjoy.
Photo credits: TNkoh22
Attractions
The river cruise: The Melaka River Cruise operates every day between 9:00am and 11:30pm the cost is affordable and it is well worth the cost anyway because the sights are great when being seen from the river. The Malacca River is not very wide. This gives you the opportunity to take in the city sights at close range.
The river cruise at night: If your stay in Malacca extends to the evening, take a night cruise on the Malacca River and get ready for one of the most spectacular river cruises you will ever have in your life. Most of the buildings on either side of the river have bright decorative lights all about them which will excite your eyes to no end. Add the twinkling reflections on the water and the cruise will be as magical as it can ever be.
The Jetty: The jetty area is bright with canopies to shelter you from the hot Malacca sunshine during the day as you enjoy your time along the river walk. At night, catch the breeze here before you leave town; you will love it!
Address: Muara Jetty (close to Maritime Museum) Contact: +606-281 4322 Opening Hours: 9:00am – 11:30pm Ticket Price: Monday to Thursday:
Malaysian: MYR13 (adult), MYR6.50 (Child)
Non- Malaysian: MYR18 (Adult), MYR10 (Child) Friday to Sunday, Public & School Holiday:
Malaysian: MYR18 (Adult), MYR6.50 (Child)
Non-Malaysian: MYR23(Adult), MYR10 (Child)
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7. Dutch Square
Dutch Square also known as Red Square is one part of Malacca that inspired the awarding city as a World Heritage site. It is situated just to the south of the main part of the city near the St. John’s Fort.
It is easily accessible and a lot of locals and overseas tourists come to visit Dutch Square every day. Dutch Square is clearly visible from St Paul’s Hill which is not far off. In the vicinity of the Dutch Square is the Cheng Ho Culture Museum.
The history that is held in this place is immense. You will experience the history from the Malay Empire days, to the Portuguese invasion days, to the Dutch period and the current situation. Having a good guide is a plus because he will put all the attractions in perspective besides adding an anecdote or two to his explanations.
Highlights
Mini Lisbon: It is the only site that maintains its true Portuguese identity so well in the entire country. It is the place where the culture of the Portuguese exhibits itself in all its splendour. This is a place that looks like nothing much has changed for the last 400 years. Today, it hosts lots of tourists looking to enjoy its restaurants, entertainment spots and its unique stalls.
Malacca Hotel: This is the main hotel in this part of the city. It offers accommodation with all budgets catered for.
The Stadthuys: It is the most recognizable building in the whole area together with its red clock tower. It was the seat of the government during the Dutch colonial era. Nearby are the A’Famosa Fort and St. Johns Hill.
Christ Church: This building is to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Dutch occupation in Malacca and to replace the earlier ruined Portuguese church.
Address: Bandar Hilir, 75200 Malacca GPS Coordinates: 2.1945° N, 102.2488° E
8. The Shore Sky Tower
The best way to see the sights of a city is to visit the sights themselves, to see them from a distance and to see them from above.
For many years, the visitors would only see the sights from the ground; then came the Shore Sky Tower, the highest man-made structure in Malacca and many miles beyond.
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Today, you can experience some of the most breathtaking views of Malacca from very high; as high as the 43rd-floor viewpoint from the Shore Sky Tower. Apart from the cityscapes themselves, you will be able to look as far as 50 kilometres from Malacca on either side
Apart from that, there is plenty more that you can do at the Shore Sky Tower.
The Shore Sky Tower is an elaborate development on the shores of the Malacca River. It is planned to be the premier shopping, dining and accommodation centre in the city.
Attractions
The Observation deck: The top floor of the Shore Sky Tower will give you the most panoramic views of the city and beyond. This is a part of your tour to Malacca that you will do yourself a disservice to miss. The fee is affordable for everyone and the photo opportunity are to die for up there.
Dining and wining: Enjoy fine dining at the Shore Sky Tower. You will find splendid restaurants with the widest local and international menus anywhere in Malacca. You will also find fine bars where you can have the best wines and classy cocktails among other refreshments.
Oceanarium Complex: This development will have the longest oceanarium complex in the whole world bringing together business, accommodation and fine shopping to Melaka.
Address: Tower 1, Level 42, The Shore Shopping Gallery, 193, Pinggiran @ Sungai Melaka, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia. Contact: +606-288 3833 Opening Hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm Entrance Fee: MYR25 (adults), MYR18 (children aged 3-12 years old)
9. The Stadthuys Malacca
Are you a history buff? Do you like photogenic places where you can walk around and feel one with the heritage of a place rich in history?
Don’t forget to visit The Stadthuys when you go to Malacca as it is also known as a matter of priority. It holds a lot of secrets and stories from the Dutch colonial period.
Here you will find a vibrant atmosphere with many tourists visiting The Stadthuys every day. They will be from locals, Asia countries and other countries in the world. It is also a good place to people-watch.
Attractions
The Dutch Administration Center: This is the large red building that hosted the offices and residences of the Dutch Governor during the colonial era. Here will be the famous and one of the most photographed buildings in the city, the Stadthuys. There will also be the Christ Church which is also from the Dutch period. From the British period in the Victorian years, you will find the Queen Victoria’s Fountain. The Chinese have always had a presence here for centuries and this is represented by the Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower. It is dedicated to a benevolent Chinese trader who was highly admired and respected in his day.
Souvenir shops around Jonker Street: You can buy inexpensive souvenirs ranging from hand-crafting shoes, Nyonya attire, antique sculptures, jewellery to foods at the shops in Jonker Street and stalls that will be at the Red Square. You will find good bargains here and you may just land a great antique at an unbelievable price.
Nearby attractions: The best thing about The Stadthuys is that most of the other attractions in the city and especially in the World Heritage Site are all accessible easily on foot, by car or by riding a bicycle.
Great photos: Carry your camera along for some of the best sites to take pictures at The Stadthuys. It is these pictures that will remind you of the great times you had at Malacca.
Address: Jalan Gereja,75000 Malacca, Malaysia. Contact: +606-282 6526 Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday to Sunday: 9:00am – 8:30pm Entrance Fee:
Malaysian: MYR5 (Adult), MYR3 (Child)
Non-Malaysian MYR10 (Adult), MYR4 (Child)
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