Top Things to do in Central Melaka District
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What to do and see in Central Melaka District, Melaka State: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Central Melaka District, Malaysia including Villa Sentosa (Malay Living Museum), Malacca Heritage Centre, Melaka Straits Mosque, Bukit China (Chinese Hill), Red Square (Dutch Square), Chinatown - Melaka, Stadthuys, A Famosa Fort, St. Paul's Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul), Christ Church.
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1. Villa Sentosa (Malay Living Museum)
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4.5 based on 234 reviews
Villa Sentosa Melaka is a fine example of a traditional Malay village house located in Kampung Morten, on the banks of the Malacca River within walking distance of the historic UNESCO World Heritage district of Melaka City. Villa Sentosa is perhaps the most attractive and best preserved of all the houses in Kampung Morten and it now serves as a private museum and is open to the public. It is known as The Malay Living Museum.
Reviewed By S_Shah910 - Singapore, Singapore
On my 1st day in Melaka , chanced upon this property as I was walking along the river. It really is wonderful to see a genuine "kampung" house inside and out! The guide/owner led us on tour around the property, giving clear, interesting details along the way. Worth a vist if you want a feel of the real Melaka and Malay culture.
2. Malacca Heritage Centre
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4.5 based on 186 reviews
The Malacca Heritage Centre is a place untouched by time, where a unique heritage has been meticulously maintained. A museum that is still a family and ancestral home, it is filled with the objects and spirit of the Peranakan culture of Malacca, as it has been for more than a hundred years.
3. Melaka Straits Mosque
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4.5 based on 539 reviews
Reviewed By SyedZubairHa5an - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Melaka Straits Mosque (known as Floating Masjid Melaka), beautiful architecture, with four sides channel where you can walk and take photos, around 140 KM from Kuala Lumpur. you can drive there from Kuala Lumpur beautiful drive along with roadside, Masjid got ampul of parking inside Masjid compound.
4. Bukit China (Chinese Hill)
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4.0 based on 93 reviews
This fascinating hillside burial ground has a storied past; it should, as it dates back to the Ming dynasty.
Reviewed By Vicente8
A hidden gem in Malacca, this ancient Chinese cemetery occupies a gentle hill downtown Malacca. The walk to the hilltop is even more impressive during March and April when the red flame of the forest and the frangipani trees cover the slopes with their spectacular red and rose flowers. A good starting point is St Peter's Church next to the river (you can even start downstream from Chinatown and enjoy the walk along the river). Take the lane along the fence of St Peter's Church (Lorong Haji Bachee) and you will bump on the cemetery hill. Continue straight on the little path going up the hill among the trees and old graves. You can go down on your right by the staircase with red handrail or continue the walk until the beautiful viewpoint. After the hilltop, the path snakes Southwards among the nice flowering trees above mentioned. You can exit at the hill foot or circle around the mount by keeping to your left on the track.
5. Red Square (Dutch Square)
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4.0 based on 1,940 reviews
The center of town is referred to as "Red Square" because of the Dutch-inspired red buildings.
Reviewed By ElsaCL - New York City, United States
I have not seen pedaled tricycles as elaborately decorated and brightly lit at night as those in Melaka. Fun to look at!!! I wish their boom box is not as loud. The Dutch Square is so resplendent in its red color. It has a wind mill, a tower clock and an over 200-year old Christ Church. In this square you will find the most colorful pedaled tricycles with its owners making a living by giving tourists a fun ride. Do take rides so they will have income. Prices in Malaysia are reasonable.
6. Chinatown - Melaka
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4.0 based on 712 reviews
Mansions, temples and antique shops are packed into the narrow streets of the lively Chinatown district.
Reviewed By mpmilestogo - Hanoi, Vietnam
Most of the wonderful little side streets and alleys lead back to the river or Jonker Street. It’s worth spending a day wandering the streets with camera and finding things hidden in plain sight.
7. Stadthuys
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4.0 based on 763 reviews
This 17th-century building was the seat of the Dutch administration and now houses a history museum.
Reviewed By bryonb468
You will probably stumble onto Dutch Square while in the old city of Melaka. It seems to be the place to be. And that's part of the appeal. I recommend going there at night and during the day. At night it's full of garishly lit tuk tuks blaring loud music carrying smiling tourist. It seems like everyone is having a great time. In the day it's still full of people, but it's less hectic. There are a lot of museums in the area that are worth ducking into to learn more about the history of Melaka. And the buildings are beautiful to look at. It's a worthwhile place to visit.
8. A Famosa Fort
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4.0 based on 722 reviews
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.
Reviewed By javiercard2017 - Bilbao, Spain
A’Famosa, built in 1511, was the settlement used to sprawl across a whole hillside but now only a lone gate (Porta de Santiago) remains. It´s one of the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia. A’Famosa is perhaps Melaka’s best known sightseeing spot. Originally constructed by Alfonso de Albuquerque (who led the Portuguese invasion on the Melaka Sultanate), the remains of the fort is now a crumbling whitewashed gatehouse and is located downhill from St. Paul’s Church.
9. St. Paul's Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul)
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4.0 based on 1,800 reviews
The A' Famosa Fort and landmark St Paul's Church are two of the many attractions in this district.
Reviewed By Alok_Nahata - Alor Setar, Malaysia
A worth visiting place in Melaka ... it is suggested to climb the hill from the A'Famosa fort side so that you can see Famosa fort and then climb up the hill to see the ruins of St. Paul church. A small climb of around 50 stairs and nice views of Melaka await you, especially you can see the Taming Sari tower go up and come down from here. A nice place...must go ...
10. Christ Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,056 reviews
Reviewed By aniruddhahomr - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
The Christ Church is one of center of attractions of Melaka situated at the Dutch Square and part of the cluster of bright terracota-red colonial Dutch buildings of historical Melaka. Started in 1741 construction of the Church completed in 1753 by the Dutch Colonial authority. This Church is the oldest functioning Protestant Church in Malaysia. The 8 foot long ceiling beams were cut in one piece and constructed without joints. The handmade pews are original and dates back 200 years. Once you are inside you’ll have a different filling to see few centuries old set up with 200 years old pews and other furniture. There are several stones inscribed with history of few individuals at floor towards the back of the room. The Christ Church is certainly a place to see and read the history.
