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5 Days in Malacca: A Journey Through History and Culture

Michael Ang

Michael Ang

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Malacca, Malaysia, as you explore ancient temples, mosques, and historical landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and indulge in the vibrant night market and oceanarium. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Malacca

Day 1Temples, Mosques, and a Historic Church
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$0

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Restored 1640s Chinese temple featuring traditional architecture with intricately carved woodwork.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Kampung Kling Mosque
Historic mosque with ornate, Asian-inspired architecture, colorful floor tiles & a fountain.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Christ Church Melaka
Historic, red-painted Protestant church with services, a bell tower & a gift shop in back.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters at Zoo Melaka
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$15

Zoo Melaka
Enduring zoo housing hundreds of species, including Malayan tigers, with shows & night safaris.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 3Serenity and History at Melaka Straits Mosque and Sultanate Palace Museum
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$20

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$ 4

Melaka Straits Mosque
Gold-domed place of worship with a dramatic modernist facade, overlooking the Strait of Malacca.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum
Museum dedicated to Malacca's culture & history housed in a reconstructed palace with a garden.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
6 - 8 min

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Melaka River Cruise
Day & night riverboat tours that pass by vivid murals, century-old bridges & floodlit monuments.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 4Panoramic Views and Dutch Influences
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$35

Taming Sari Tower (Malacca Tower)
Opened in 2008, this modern tower features a rotating observation deck that ascends to 80 meters.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$25
5 - 8 min

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Melaka River Park and Cruise
Day or night river cruises through the city & past historic buildings, shops & houses of worship.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Dutch Square (Red Square) Melaka
Historic square featuring maroon-colored structures in the Dutch colonial style.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Night Market Delights and Underwater Wonders
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$20

Jonker Street Night Market
Bustling open-air market on weekend nights with an array of food & souvenirs, plus entertainment.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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The Shore Oceanarium
Kid-friendly marine life exhibits, including touch pools, sea turtles & 100+ types of seashells.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $94 In total

Activities & Food:$90
Transport:$4