Top Things to do in Central Melaka District
What to do and see in Central Melaka District, Melaka State: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Central Melaka District, Malaysia including Woof Station, The Huskitory, Melaka Straits Mosque, Casababa Gallery, Red Square (Dutch Square), Chinatown - Melaka, A Famosa Fort, St. Paul's Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul), Christ Church, Jonker Street.
Restaurants in Central Melaka District
1. Woof Station
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 82 reviews
WOOF STATION is a pet cafe that features our own furkids from the breed of Alaskan Malamute, Samoyed and Old English Sheepdog . Enjoy their company, get entertained with their tricks and feel their love. No outside dogs allowed. APPOINTMENT COMPULSORY.
Reviewed By Juniper64 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Five pooches with very distinctive personalities, and friendly owners. A fun way to spend an hour for dog lovers. They are relocating to Ayer Keroh soon, which is closer to Kuala Lumpur so do make a "pooch pit stop" on the way to Melaka, or on the way back. Woof woof!
2. The Huskitory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,286 reviews
Welcome to The Huskitory Show Home & Gallery. Visit Huskitory to enjoy unforgettable journey when you travel to Malacca, Malaysia. Cuddle with the Siberian Husky, feed them, hug them or even take a selfie or group photo with these adorable Huskies in the house. Enjoy relax hour, take a rest with your friends, family or the love one with all the Siberians around you after touring around the historical city. Share passion, care, love and every moment here with more than 20 huskies in the house. - Huskitory, Connecting People & Dogs -
Reviewed By Jerreigh0318 - Melaka, Malaysia
It was a sunny afternoon and we were looking some indoor activity to spend the time. My friend saw this place from Tripadvisor. Since it's the "1st Top Thing To Do List" in Malacca therefore we gave it a try. In the beggining, we received a warm welcome from Ms. Melanie. She gave us a briefing about the rules while interacting with the huskies. Hand sanitizer is provided. Surprisingly this place is unexpectedly amazing as we are able to interact with more than 10 Siberian Huskies in a clean environment. There are staffs always duty in the area to ensure the safety of the dogs and human.Free photography service is available.Not only that, there is an education gallery available for us to understand more about the breed. In the end of the session, there are free drinks available to claim at the cafe. We would definitely come back when we are back to Malacca. Thumbs up to Melanie for the friendly service ????????
3. Melaka Straits Mosque
Overall Ratings
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. Casababa Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By hxhxhx
With a Peranakan house setting and a wide selection of costumes for you to choose from it is a very interesting place with lots and lots of photo opportunities. Great place for families and friends. However, you have to take the pictures yourself.
5. Red Square (Dutch Square)
Overall Ratings
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
Overall Ratings
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. A Famosa Fort
Overall Ratings
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.
8. St. Paul's Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul)
Overall Ratings
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 ...
9. 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.
10. Jonker Street
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6,186 reviews
Reviewed By serumz - Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Great location to a spend a day for 1) Local food hunt; Chendol, Baba Nyonya cuisines, chicken rice balls, kuih muihs & etc 2) Antique hunt for Chinas, old coins, bronzes, vintage paraphernalia etc. Plenty to find here but prices are a bit steep. Be prepared to bargain. 3) Great Coffee brews; local coffees & imported origins. 4) Great place to chill; find a great spot by the river, order a drink and just chill 5) Photo opportunity; lots of insta-worthy locations 6) Night market experience 7) History; learn about the great Malay Sultanate of Malacca.
