The Stadthuys
Builts in 1650 as the official residence of Dutch Governors and their offers, the edifice is a example of Dutch architecture. Perserved in its original structure and form, it now houses the History Museum and Ethnography Museum. On display daily are traditional bridal costumes and relics from Melaka's glorious past.


Christ Church
Standing exactly as it has always been since 1753, the church is testimony to Dutch architectural ingenuity. Take note of the church's handmade pews, ceiling beams contructed without joiints, Brass Bible, tombstone written in Amenian and 'Last Supper' in glazed tiles.


Clock Tower
The brick-red clock tower is located at Dutch Square, close to the similarly hued Christ Church and the Stadyhuys. Tan Beng Swee, a rich Malaccan philanthropist, donated the clock which imported from England in 1886.


A' Famosa
The hallmark of Melaka and perhaps the most photographed subject next to the Stadhuys. Built by Portuguese in 1511 as a fortress it sustained severe structural damage during the Dutch invasion. The Dutch had set to destroy it but timely intervention by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1808 saved what remains of A' Famosa today.


St. Paul's Church
Built by a Portugese captain by the name of Duarte Coelho. The chapel was turned by the Dutch into a burial ground for their noble dead and renamed 'St. Paul's Church' from the Portuguese's 'Our Lady of the Hill'. St Francis Xavier was briefly enshrined in the open grave in 1553 before being shipped to Goa, India.


Melaka Sultanate Palace
Built based on the description and reference to the palace in the Malay Annals, the wooden replica house the Cultural Museum of Melaka. Situated at the foot of St. Paul's Hill, it is the only Malay palace from Melaka's glorious past built with such detail and refinement.


Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
'Straits Chinese' or the Baba and Nyonya, are Chinese who have adopted much of the Malay culture. The public can now view the unique heritage at the private museum run by the Babas and Nyonya of Melaka.


Chitty Museum
The Chitty Museum is a new enterprise of the Chitty community to document their unique heritage. Among the exhibits are colourfully-designed traditional water-pots, multi-tiered brass oil-lamps, serving trays, sculptures, handicrafts and photographs.


Cheng Ho Cultural Museum
A place with comprehensive and fascinating displays of the history of Melaka and Admiral Cheng Ho 600 years ago. The concepts of the Museum adopts a non-conventional and immersive approach. It's design employs multimedia, interactive, hands-on techniques and presents a historical perspective. The museum serves to provide an educational experience for both adults and children.


Maritime Museum
The museum is constructed after 'Flor De La Mar'. The Portuguese galleon sank in the Straits of Melaka on its way to Portugal. With her hull laden with invaluable treasures seized from Melaka, the galleon was doomed from existencehad it not for the efforts to revive its symbolic significance to Melaka heritage. At the museum, there are exhibits of foreign ships models that had once called at the port of Melaka during the height of its maritime hegemony.


Kampung Chitty
Chittys are Straits-born Indians and offsprings of Indian traders who came from Panai. These people embrace the Hindu faith and practice a dogmatic type of Hinduism while their yearly Mariamman Festival or 'Pesta Datuk Charchar' in May is a true celebration that last for a week. They eat the typical Indian food and practice the traditional Indian wedding ceremony.


Portuguese Settlement
You can find descendants of the 16th century Portuguese here in this settlement. The widespread inter-marriages between the European sailors and soldiers with local women have brought about the birth of a rich new culture. For an exotic experience of Portuguese festivals and celebrations, do not forget to visit the settlement when you're in Melaka.


Villa Sentosa (Kampung Morten)
The house, built during the first quarter of the century in the style fashionable during the era, has been converted by its owner, Tuan Hj. Hashim bin Dato Demang Hj. Abdul Ghani, into a private museum. Located in Kampung Morten, which is the only Malay village in the heart of Melaka city, the house has a history that goes back to the British Land Reform Act 1920. Visitors can view intriguing collection of costumes, Malay embroidery,furnitures, muskets and an array of interesting relics. As for curator, the owner would be glad to play the role from whom visitors can ask additional information.


Bukit China
As the name implies, 'Chinese Hill' was the official settlement of the Chinese entourage that arrived with Princess Hang Li Poh. She was sent to Melaka by the Emporor to marry the Sultan to mark the advent of diplomatic relation between Melaka and China. The entourage stayed on this settlement until Portuguese occupation in 1511. Today Bukit China is the largest cemetery outside China with many of the tombs dating back to Ming Dynasty.


Hang Li Poh's Well
Built in 1459 by the followers of Hang Li Poh, the Chinese princess who marry to the Sultan Melaka. The well never dries up during the days of old and was the only source of water supply during great droughts. The Dutch enclosed it with stout walls in 1677 to maintain ultimate right to the well. It has been turned into a wishing well and it is said that those whi throw coins into it will return to Melaka time and again.


Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
One of the first Hindu temples built in the country at the turn of the century. It was built on the plot given by the Dutch.


Kampung Kling's Mosque
One of the oldest mosques in the country with Sumatran architectural features. Instead of a Conventional dome, a three-tier roof rising like a pyramid is in place. A minaret peculliar in shape from a typical moorish style, is structured like a Pagoda, potraying a mixture of East-West architectural influence.


Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
The oldest Chinese temple in the country. It was built in 1646 with materials shipped out of China. Fine workmanship is evident in the ornately decorated mythological figures, carvings and lacquer work inside the temple.


Poh San Teng Temple
The temple is situated at the foot of Bukit China. Built in 1795 by Kapitan Tsai Shih Chang. Within the premises of the temple is the famous well, San Pao Ching or Perigi Raja subject to many legends and stories.


Mini Malaysia
A stupendous theme complex to enable visitors to view the traditional house of the 13 states of Malaysia on a single visit. The complex displays life-size authentic houses of Malaysia crafted by master builders. Each house has been furnished with corresponding elements, adding ambience of originality that capture the houses in their traditional setting.

Mini Asean
A unique theme park conceived as the summary of prominent cultural elements of the countries that make up ASEAN i.e. Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia and Brunei. Visitors will acquire a definitive sense of history and culture of the countries based on the features of the houses constructed with remarkable detail.


Jonker Walk
A definite haven for antique collectors and bargain hunters. Authentic artifacts and relics, some dating as far back as 300 years, can be found among a host of interesting collectibles, each with its own history ad mystery. Jalan Hang Jebat, formerly known as Jonker Street, is known worldwide among famous antique collectors as one of the best places to hunt and bargain for antiques.


Trishaw Ride
The best way to enjoy Melaka in a slow and laid-back manner. The trishaw will take you through streets and corners of Melaka that you could easily miss out if you decide to venture on your own. The trishaw can be rented on hourly or distance covered basis at The Stadthuys.


River Cruise
Cruises along the Melaka River are available at the quay behind the tourist information centre. The 45-minute tour passes through the downtown
area. Among the sights are old warehouses, shop houses, bridges and Kampung Morten. The return trip passes wharves down river.


D-Paradise Tropical Fruitfarm
After 5 years of research, planning and development the result is D-Paradise Tropical Fruit World and Aboriginal Native Village. The World's largest collections of tropical, landscaped garden full of fun, adventure and discovery. Assault your senses - see the fruits, smell them, and fall into a fruity dream. One of the many "must see" attractions is the unique, authentic live Aboriginal Village. Here you can live amongst the natives and discover how they hunt by blow-pipe, cook their food, make handicrafts, find medicinal herbs in the jungle and join in their culture dances.