Melaka – a dive into history
Melaka offers a unique blend of history, culture, and charm—from centuries-old architecture and vibrant street art.
destination guide
Planning a trip to Melaka?
3.7 Million international visitors came to Melaka in 2024. Melaka has enjoyed amazing place in colonial history of Malaysia and has stayed as popular port for centuries.
Melaka is declared as UNESCO heritage city. The streets of old city has beautifully preserved architecture, shophouse and temples that are very popular with visitors planning to explore Melaka.
A unique blend of Malay, Chinese and Portuguese and Baba Nyonya house can be seen in the colourful cuisine, cultural artifacts, architecture and lifestyle.
Melaka offers quality hotels, homestays and resorts catering to family and solo travellers. I have found most 4 to 5 star hotels offering quality accommodation at reasonable rates.
With a large number of attractions clustered around the old part of the city
Major Attractions:
Historical buildings, Melaka River, Melaka Straits Mosque, Temples, Musuems, Peranakan Architecture
Shopping Malls
Dataran Pahlawan, Makhota Parada, Heritage Walk, Melaka Mall, Aeon Mall
Distance from Kuala Lumpur?
Driving distance from KL is 150 KM. The driving distance is 1 hour 40 minutes. A taxi far from KL will cost from RM 250-300.
main attractions
Jonker Walk
Jonker Walk is the vibrant heart of Melaka’s Chinatown, famous for its lively night market, heritage shophouses, antique stores, quirky boutiques, and delicious street food. It’s a cultural hotspot where history meets modern vibes, perfect for shopping, snacking, and soaking in local life.
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Transportation Guide
Melaka can be easily reached from KLIA and Kuala Lumpur city by taxi or bus.
I prefer to drive in Malaysia as the road conditions are world-class and plenty of stopovers along the way make the trip very enjoyable. However, I have the past, travelled by bus and rented a taxi for a day tour as well. Most taxis offer a day tour from Kuala Lumpur
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How much does the bus ticket cost?
The bus ticket to Melaka cost RM 15 to RM 20 that an be booked online.
How much does a day tour cost from KL?
Book a private taxi for RM 400 for a day tour to Melaka.
Where should I catch a bus from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka?
Buses operate from the BTS Terminal and KL Sentral in the city. Alternatively, you can also catch the bus from the KLIA transport hub.
Recommend Tours in Melaka?
Day Trip from Melaka to Muar
If you are planning to stay for more than 2-3 days in Melaka, Muar is an interesting spot for a day trip. The historical city of Johor is one of the cleanest cities in Malaysia and is popular for its culinary history and architecture. The city has many boutique hotels which are ideal for a short stay. Here is my one-week itinerary from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka and Muar.
