Chinatown - Melaka
Chinatown - Melaka
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Mansions, temples and antique shops are packed into the narrow streets of the lively Chinatown district.
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Rosario_it
Belgium1,827 contributions
Mar 2019
We had the hotel in this area because it's the more interesting area in Melaka full of activities and things to see.
Almost everything can be reached in 10-15 minutes walking.
Apart from some very small areas which are quite touristic. All the rest in authentic.
Almost everything can be reached in 10-15 minutes walking.
Apart from some very small areas which are quite touristic. All the rest in authentic.
Written 24 February 2020
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Curtis B
Alcobaca, Portugal579 contributions
Feb 2020
Some touristy stuff, some authentic old businesses, some good food, and of course great place for people watching
Written 19 February 2020
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highwayspider
Ploiesti, Romania75 contributions
Feb 2020
very crowded&friendly streets presenting chinese way of life : culture,religion,food etc.You feel safe and have a feeling for shopping
Written 19 February 2020
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK179,691 contributions
Feb 2020
The Chinatown of Melaka is basically the north bank of the River Melaka after crossing the Tan Kim Seng Bridge from Dutch Square. As Chinatown goes, this is pretty typical, but the authenticity of this one is without question and the number of good eateries is as good as you’re ever going to get. Many of the attractions in Melaka are also in the Chinatown area, especially the more local/cultural museums. This place should be on every itinerary for Melaka.
Written 6 February 2020
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OwL
7 contributions
Jan 2020
was there on a Friday Night , Eve of Chinese New Year!
Enjoyed some stage performances , Fireworks and of course the wonderful food !
Variety of things and food was good, Everything a tourist needs is around there, Family mart, 711, Pubs like Hard Rock Cafe, Restaurants, Cafes, Street Foods decorated Rickshaws etc..
Enjoyed some stage performances , Fireworks and of course the wonderful food !
Variety of things and food was good, Everything a tourist needs is around there, Family mart, 711, Pubs like Hard Rock Cafe, Restaurants, Cafes, Street Foods decorated Rickshaws etc..
Written 27 January 2020
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GDay1044
Durban, South Africa1,209 contributions
Jan 2020
Accessible from the Jonker Street area and across a bridge from River Walk - in my opinion a lot more going on than Jonker Street - usual stalls with not all China made goods - we visited during the day and did not try any food as we had lunch elsewhere
Written 17 January 2020
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CoinsExplorer
London, UK307 contributions
Oct 2019
Great to visit and see the China Made items with China people and their Culture one of the Oldest Town in Malaysia
Written 25 December 2019
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Tan Zi Yu
Singapore, Singapore268 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
We bought Char Kway Teow at the night market stall. This stall aunty was very rude. Moreover, the taste really very lousy. Worst Char Kway Teow we had ever tried. The dim sum also very bad not nice at all. We were very disappointed with the food...
Written 23 November 2019
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Randy E
Honolulu, HI41 contributions
Oct 2019
Definitely get off of Jonker street, and walk the streets adjacent and crossing, as they are peaceful, with wonderful old architecture and a nice simple way of life for the residents. Great little Chinese Temples everywhere.
Written 19 October 2019
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Harrison F. Carter
Cologne, Germany10,853 contributions
Sept 2019 • Couples
Well worth a wander and an explore and a sample of some of some the tastes, sounds and sights of the area.
Written 17 September 2019
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Would like to know if the shops in Malaka will be open during eve of Chinese New year, as I am planning a 3 day 2 nite family trip to malaka during the period of 6feb(Sat) to 8feb 2016(Mon)
CowSense
Singapore, Singapore1,011 contributions
Hello Friend
As the majority of the shops are owned by the Chinese, it is most likely that the shops at Chinatown will be closed during the lunar new year. Advised not to visit Chinatown during the new year. At other times of the year the place is crowded during the evenings on Friday, Sat and Sun.
However the Chinatown in Singapore is open on New Year's eve and closed during the lunar new year for a week.
Jankay16
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Will Jonker walk be closed for traffic on 01/01/15 for the night market?
mikeylawsh72
71 contributions
Hi there sorry i hv just accessed my email...really no idea abt that as i was also a tourist....anyway thks for asking n hapi new yr to u ..
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown - Melaka
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Chinatown - Melaka:
- Historical City Of Malacca Day Tour With Lunch (From RMÂ 232.86)
- Melaka City Tour & Taming Sari Tower from Kuala Lumpur with Lunch (From RMÂ 639.76)
- Malacca History Tour (with transfers) (From RMÂ 315.89)
- From Singapore: Malacca guided day tour (via drive-thru border) (From RMÂ 2,026.67)
- Private Full Day Malacca Tour from Singapore (From RMÂ 1,570.21)
- Hotels near Chinatown - Melaka:
- (0.03 km) hangout@jonker
- (0.03 km) Styles Hotel Melaka
- (0.04 km) Guesthaus & Cafe Malacca
- (0.04 km) 45 Jebat Backpackers
- (0.04 km) Galvanize Studio Stay
- Restaurants near Chinatown - Melaka:
- (0.01 km) Kay Zac Malay Cafe
- (0.01 km) Dungeon Coffee
- (0.01 km) Chung Wah Chicken Rice Ball
- (0.01 km) No. 1 Kopitiam
- (0.02 km) Lao Qian Ice Cafe