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Trip Planner:   Malaysia  /  Melaka State  /  Central Melaka District  /  Melaka  /  Malacca River

Malacca River, Melaka

3.8
#1 of 13 in Parks in Melaka
Water Body · Nature / Park
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Admire the wide and storied waters of Malacca River, the natural feature around which the town grew and prospered. Hop aboard a popular sightseeing cruise to discover the history of the urban area and the importance of the river to its industry and culture. With many key historical and architectural landmarks lining its banks, the river offers new perspectives on the city and plenty of photographic opportunities. Plan your Malacca River visit and explore what else you can see and do in Melaka using our Melaka trip planner.
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  • By Tarun D
    Best part of Melaka travel irrespective of the age. You will surely enjoy at Melaka river. You can have river cruise, river walk, cafes and just next to the center if Melaka I.e Dutch square. If you.....  more
    Best part of Melaka travel irrespective of the age. You will surely enjoy at Melaka river. You can have river cruise, river walk, cafes and just next to the center if Melaka I.e Dutch square. If you.....  more »
  • By kwongyoongc
    Visited pre-covid and took a river cruise and visited the carnival alongside the river. The river is kind of narrow and the cruise provided a pretty experience to take in the sights on both banks of....  more
    Visited pre-covid and took a river cruise and visited the carnival alongside the river. The river is kind of narrow and the cruise provided a pretty experience to take in the sights on both banks of....  more »
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  • By Nora Nscgrandeur (Nora)
    A beautiful place and a national historical icon.
  • By Yusri Alias
    Been here twice. So exciting, tour the river by passenger boat
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